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Mount Waverley - North has an estimated 17,539 residents, up from 16,073 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,466 people, or 9.1%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 269 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 94.5% of that increase. That puts 2,707 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Mount Waverley - North is close to 17,539 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,466 people (9.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 16,073 people. This trend is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 17,492 along with 269 validated new addresses confirmed after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 2,706 persons per square kilometer, placing the location in the top quartile of all Australian regions analyzed. The post-census expansion of 9.1% is just 0.2 percentage points below the state level of 9.3%, indicating solid growth trends.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 94.5% of the total population increases in recent times. Projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2. For SA2 territories lacking this data, projections are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA releases, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method to transition figures from LGA to SA2 levels. The age cohort growth rates from these models are also extended to the period between 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic patterns, the area is projected to experience population expansion above the national median, increasing by 3,272 persons by 2041 compared to the latest annual ERP statistics, which equates to an overall growth rate of 18.4% over the 16 years.
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625 new dwellings have been approved in Mount Waverley - North over the past five years, an average of 125 a year. That places the area in the 74th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 106 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 49% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 145, broadly in line with 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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Mount Waverley - North has registered an average of approximately 125 new residential approvals annually, yielding 625 home approvals over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 133 during FY-26 so far. An average influx of 1.4 people per year for every new dwelling built during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) indicates that supply is matching demand, supporting balanced market conditions. Meanwhile, construction costs for new properties average $623,000, pointing to developer interest in high-end projects for the premium segment. Furthermore, $4.4 million in commercial development approvals have been logged in the current financial year, which highlights the predominantly residential makeup of the area.
In comparison to Greater Melbourne, new home approvals in Mount Waverley - North are moderately elevated, running at 43.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year timeframe, providing choice to buyers while supporting current asset values despite a deceleration in building work lately. Recent building activity consists of 49.0% detached houses and 51.0% multi-dwelling units like townhouses or apartments. This focus on denser housing styles offers lower-cost entry points suitable for buyers entering the market, investors, and downsizers. This represents a distinct departure from the historical housing stock, which is 72.0% houses, showing a reduction in vacant land and reflecting changing lifestyles alongside a demand for more diverse and attainable housing types. There are roughly 172 people per dwelling approval, showing a growing market footprint. Looking forward, the population of Mount Waverley - North is set to grow by 3,225 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Current building volumes seem aligned with these future requirements, facilitating stable market conditions without causing sharp price increases.
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Development applications around Mount Waverley - North
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mount Waverley - North, worth an estimated $224 million. A further 139 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $192.8 billion. 39 are already under construction and 42 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Developments in local infrastructure, key projects, and planning changes can affect the performance of a suburb. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects with the potential to influence the local area. Notable initiatives include the 151-161 Forster Road Industrial Development, the Mount Waverley North Primary School Upgrade and Modernisation, the East Burwood Reserve Master Plan Implementation, and the Mount Waverley Activity Centre Structure Plan, with details of the most significant projects listed below.
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170 Highbury Road Medical, Childcare and Residential Development
A 3-storey mixed-use development featuring a medical centre for up to 22 practitioners, a 128-place childcare centre, ground floor cafe, and 12 residential apartments over basement parking.
Mount Waverley Reserve Masterplan & Pavilion Upgrade
An $11M multi-stage sports reserve renewal featuring a modern double-storey sporting pavilion, reconstructed 115-space car park, sports field lighting upgrades, and enhanced active recreation facilities for local sports clubs and the community.
East Burwood Reserve Master Plan Implementation
Council-endorsed (Oct 2023) master plan to progressively renew East Burwood Reserve over 15 years (2023-2038), comprising 36 actions across pavilions, ovals, athletics and cycling facilities, tennis courts, a shared path circuit, municipal play space, youth area, dog park, landscape and WSUD features. The South Oval renewal was completed in June 2025. Construction begins April 2026 on the South Pavilion redevelopment (two-storey rebuild, $5.5 million Council commitment matched by Federal Thriving Suburbs Program funding, completion expected April 2027) and on new multipurpose training nets (completion expected October 2026).Design and planning are underway for a major redevelopment of the Nunawading Indoor Sports Centre within the reserve, backed by a $45 million Federal election commitment and up to $35 million from Council, against a total estimated cost of around $100-110 million to deliver 10 new indoor courts. Roadway and car parking upgrades remain in planning.
Mount Waverley North Primary School Upgrade and Modernisation
Major upgrade and modernisation of Mount Waverley North Primary School. The project is now funded with a total budget of AUD 10.66 million following the 2026-27 Victorian State Budget. Planned works include construction of a new competition grade gymnasium and improvements to learning facilities. The project remains in the planning phase, with completion forecast for Q4 2028.
Suburban Rail Loop East
SRL East is delivering 26km of twin underground rail tunnels and six new underground stations connecting Cheltenham, Clayton, Monash, Glen Waverley, Burwood, and Box Hill[cite: 1]. Major construction and site preparation are active across all station sites, with tunnel boring machines launching from the Burwood site[cite: 1]. The new orbital rail line will connect major educational, health, and commercial precincts while integrating with existing regional and metropolitan rail networks[cite: 1]. Trains are scheduled to commence passenger operations by 2035[cite: 1].
Mount Waverley Reserve Masterplan Implementation
Implementation of the Mount Waverley Reserve masterplan including upgraded sporting facilities, pavilions, and recreational infrastructure.
Syndal Place Townhouses
A unique and opulent grouping of 9 architecturally built townhomes, each ideally integrating modern, deliberately planned interiors with top-notch fittings. Designed by Jesse Ant Architects in an A-Grade location close to Syndal Village.
Waverley Rail Trail Extension
The City of Monash, funded by a Victorian Government active transport grant, is delivering a 3-metre wide shared path to close the missing link in the Waverley Rail Trail between Jordanville and Mount Waverley railway stations, along the north side of Windsor Avenue. The project includes new lighting, fencing along the rail corridor, and additional safety measures at driveways and road crossings. Community consultation ran in early 2025 with strong support, and construction is underway, with delivery continuing through 2026.
9,580 residents of Mount Waverley - North are employed, from a labour force of 9,715. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 66.3%. 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 14,119, 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 workforce in Mount Waverley - North is highly qualified, with a strong concentration of professionals, a very low unemployment rate of 1.4%, and an estimated annual job growth rate of 4.7%. As of March 2026, there are 9,580 employed local residents. The unemployment rate is 3.4% below the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while participation in the labour force is slightly lower than the broader metropolitan standard, sitting at 66.3% compared to 70.2%. Census data reveals that a substantial 41.1% of local workers operated from home, though this figure likely reflects the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The region has a notable specialization in the professional & technical sector, where employment concentrations are 1.4 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, construction accounts for only 6.4% of employment, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 9.7%. This suburban location offers relatively few local jobs, as highlighted by the variance between the Census working population and resident worker counts. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that over the 12-month timeframe, employment expanded by 4.7% while the labour force grew by 4.6%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labour force expand by 2.3%, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context for future workforce demands in Mount Waverley - North. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry breakdown to project growth. Nationally, employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors will perform differently. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests that employment for residents of Mount Waverley - North could rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, noting that this is a simple weighted extrapolation and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Mount Waverley - North is $2,049 a week (about $107,000 a year), with median personal income at $797 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,739 a year against an average of $75,402. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the most recent postcode ATO data for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Mount Waverley - North SA2 recorded a median income of $54,739 and an average income of $75,402. These figures are higher than the national averages and compare to $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average) across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $60,005 for the median and $82,656 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household incomes were in the 68th percentile ($2,049 weekly), while individual incomes were in the 49th percentile.
Weekly household earnings are most heavily concentrated in the $1,500 - 2,999 band, containing 28.5% of households (4,998 residents), which is similar to the 32.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne. High income earners are well represented, with 32.7% of households receiving more than $3,000 weekly, showing significant local purchasing capacity. Local households allocate 15.2% of their income to housing costs, yet strong earnings keep disposable income levels at the 70th percentile, and the SEIFA index places the area in the 8th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mount Waverley - North had 5,683 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 72% detached houses and 22% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $485 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month. Rent absorbs 23.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Mount Waverley - North consisted of 71.9% houses and 28.2% alternative dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. The rate of home ownership in Mount Waverley - North was higher than the metropolitan average at 43.2%, with the remaining properties either under mortgage (31.9%) or rented (24.9%). The median mortgage payment in the area was $2,600 per month, which is higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median rent was $485 per week, compared to the metro average of $390.
Locally, mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mount Waverley - North counted 5,683 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,201 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 82% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 77.8%, consisting of couples with children at 41.4%, couples without children at 24.2%, and single parent households at 10.9%. Single person households account for 18.8% and group households represent 3.4%, combining to make up the remaining 22.2% of non-family households. The median household occupancy is 2.8 people, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.5% of adults in Mount Waverley - North hold a university qualification, including 29.6% with a bachelor degree and 16.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 92% of areas nationally. A further 10.0% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 4,318 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,129 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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Levels of education in Mount Waverley - North are high compared to broader regions, with 49.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 29.8% in the SA4 region and 30.4% nationally. This educational profile positions the workforce well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 29.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (16.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.8%). Vocational training accounts for 20.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (10.0%). A high proportion of residents are engaged in study, with 31.9% of the population enrolled in formal education programs.
This group includes 9.1% in primary school, 8.9% in high school, and 8.3% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mount Waverley - North reaches 54 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 300 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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Analysis shows 54 active bus stops operating in Mount Waverley - North. These stops are served by 6 different routes, which support 3,038 passenger trips per week. Access to transport is rated as good, with residents living an average of 299 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, many residents travel outside the area to work, with cars being the main transport mode for 85% of commuters, followed by trains at 9%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. In the 2021 Census, 41.1% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Public transport services provide an average of 434 trips per day across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 56 trips per week for each transport stop.
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75.5% of residents in Mount Waverley - North report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 98% of areas nationally. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 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 metrics show positive outcomes for Mount Waverley - North, based on an analysis of mortality and chronic disease data by AreaSearch, with low rates of common health issues across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is also high, held by approximately 57% of the population (~9,927 people). Arthritis and asthma are the most common health issues reported by residents, affecting 6.1% and 5.9% of the population respectively, while 75.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. The population features 18.3% of residents aged 65 and over (3,216 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%.
Seniors in the area display strong health profiles, although their national health ranking is lower than that of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
51.0% of Mount Waverley - North residents were born overseas and 52.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (24.6%) and English (15.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Mount Waverley - North ranks high for cultural diversity nationally, with 52.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 51.0% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 38.7% of the local population. Buddhism is notably overrepresented at 7.9% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding family heritage, the three largest ancestry groups in Mount Waverley - North are Chinese at 24.6% of the population (higher than the regional average of 6.5%), English at 15.0% (lower than the regional average of 20.1%), and Australian at 12.5% (lower than the regional average of 18.4%).
Other ethnic groups also show different representation levels compared to the region, with Sri Lankan ancestry at 2.2% (compared to 0.8% regionally), Greek ancestry at 4.7% (compared to 2.7% regionally), and Korean ancestry at 1.5% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mount Waverley - North is 40. 27.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of residents in Mount Waverley - North is 40 years, which is older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age cohort is larger than the Melbourne average at 15.6% of the local population, while the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller at 12.1%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 14.1% to 15.6%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 13.6% to 12.8%. Projections indicate that the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 45 to 54 age bracket expected to grow by 29% (an increase of 656 people) from 2,243 to 2,900, while the 0 to 4 cohort is expected to grow by 7% (an increase of 46 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mount Waverley - North
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 7 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 Aug 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 — 269 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,073 at the 2021 Census → 17,539 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 (212051323). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.