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Moyne - West has an estimated 10,260 residents, up from 10,014 at the 2021 Census — a change of 246 people, or 2.5%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 77% of areas nationally. 143 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to evaluations by AreaSearch, the population of Moyne - West is approximately 10,260 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 246 individuals (2.5%) relative to the 10,014 citizens recorded in the 2021 Census. The fluctuation is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 10,246 and 143 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population size results in a density of 5.0 persons per square kilometer, which indicates substantial space per resident. Moyne - West's expansion of 2.5% since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (0.4%), establishing it as a local growth frontrunner.
The rise in inhabitants was majorly powered by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 63.8% of the total population increase during the latest timeframes. AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 locality, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 territories excluded 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. The age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic trends indicate an overall downward trajectory, with the population of the area projected to decrease by 2,947 persons by 2041 under this framework. Nonetheless, specific age brackets are set to expand, particularly the cohort aged 85 and over, which is estimated to increase by 54 individuals.
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258 new dwellings have been approved in Moyne - West over the past five years, an average of 51 a year. That places the area in the 54th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 36 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 38, 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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Moyne - West has seen approximately 51 residential building permits issued annually, totaling 258 approved dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25) and 35 during the current FY-26. Because an average of 1.5 people per year relocated to the district for every home built over those 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), demand and supply appear balanced, promoting market equilibrium, while new residential projects carry an average building cost of $415,000, indicating that builders are focusing on the higher-end market with premium builds. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $23.3 million during the current financial year, showing moderate commercial construction activity.
Relative to Rest of Vic., construction activity per person in Moyne - West is 19.0% lower, placing it in the 58th percentile of all regions evaluated nationwide. The construction mix consists of 97.0% detached houses and 3.0% townhouses or apartments, retaining the low-density profile of the locality with a clear focus on standalone houses that appeal to buyers desiring space. Averaging roughly 263 people per approved dwelling, Moyne - West displays the attributes of a low-density community. Given that demographic projections point to stable or decreasing numbers, Moyne - West is likely to experience less pressure on housing demand, which should benefit buyers.
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Development applications around Moyne - West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Moyne - West, worth an estimated $99 million. A further 72 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $16.6 billion. 25 are already under construction and 30 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans energy, communities, precincts & urban renewal and residential development. 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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Few elements impact local development as much as alterations to local amenities, major works, and municipal planning strategies. In total, AreaSearch has identified 26 initiatives expected to influence the region. Key undertakings include Port Fairy Play and Skate, Port Fairy East Beach Landfill Coastal Adaptation Plan, Rivers Run Estate, and East Beach Upgrades, with the following overview detailing those of highest relevance.
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Port Fairy East Beach Landfill Coastal Adaptation Plan
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) and Moyne Shire Council are developing a long-term Coastal Adaptation Plan (CAP) to manage erosion, inundation and sea level rise risk at two decommissioned landfill sites on East Beach, Port Fairy. Coastal erosion has periodically exposed buried waste, including asbestos sheeting and household rubbish, prompting clean-up responses after storm events. A Site Management Plan guides short-term risk management while the CAP consolidates over a decade of technical studies, engineering assessments and community consultation into a long-term strategic response aligned with Victoria's Resilient Coast framework.The project was allocated 1.5 million AUD in 2019 under the state Sustainability Fund; DEECA is the contracting party engaging Alluvium Consulting to prepare the plan and business case. A Project Control Group with DEECA and Council representation oversees delivery, and the CAP is expected to be finalised by 2026, after which implementation actions and funding pathways will be progressed.
Quality Water for Wannon Program (Port Fairy component)
The Port Fairy Water Treatment Plant upgrade is a key component of the 52.2 million AUD Quality Water for Wannon Program. The project will implement reverse osmosis technology to treat deep groundwater from the Dilwyn Aquifer, significantly reducing mineral salts to improve taste and reduce appliance scaling. As of mid-2026, the project is in the detailed planning phase, with Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMP) under evaluation by the Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation and Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners.Regulatory approvals, including a development licence exemption from the EPA, are currently being processed to manage environmental risks during the anticipated construction phase.
Port of Port Fairy Master Plan Implementation
Staged implementation of infrastructure upgrades at the Port of Port Fairy based on the 2021 Master Plan. Works include rehabilitation of wharf fenders and walers, timber pile replacement, slipway repairs, dredging of the Moyne River navigation channel, depot repairs, and ongoing improvements to commercial and recreational berthing. The Victorian Government committed $340,000 in September 2024 for fender and waler works, building on $192,000 in earlier timber pile upgrades and $10,000 in slipway repairs. Further investigations and capital works are ongoing to future-proof the port precinct.
Port Fairy Play and Skate
A new skate park, district-level play space, and supporting site provisions in Port Fairy's Russell Clark Reserve, including a three-tier slide tower and a 40m inclusive double flying fox.
Rivers Run Estate
Residential estate proposed at 169A and 183 Princes Highway, Port Fairy. The amended proposal comprises approximately 63 residential lots with a requirement for affordable housing through a Section 173 Agreement. Moyne Shire Council adopted Planning Scheme Amendment C75moyn in January 2024 following an independent Planning Panel recommendation. The amendment has been submitted to the Victorian Minister for Planning for final approval and is awaiting the Minister's decision.
Koroit Township Renewal
A comprehensive 6 million dollar streetscape renewal project for Koroit main commercial precinct on Commercial Road and High Street. The multi-stage project includes new bluestone paving, upgraded footpaths, improved drainage systems, new street furniture, enhanced car parking, and road improvements. Funded through federal Growing Regions program and council contribution, the project aims to enhance amenity, safety, and usability of the central business district while supporting local economic development.
Port Fairy Coastal and Structure Plan (Amendment C69moyn)
A long-term strategic planning framework to guide sustainable growth and development in Port Fairy to 2041. The plan, implemented by Amendment C69moyn, includes provisions for residential and commercial growth, simplified overlays, and mitigation of coastal and riverine flooding and erosion risks. The amendment was approved by the Minister for Planning and came into operation on 3 October 2024.
East Beach Upgrades
This project aims to build on existing interest in the Port Fairy area and increase visitation by upgrading the East Beach area with expanded grassed areas, realigned car parking, BBQs and shelters, new park furniture, and accessible footpaths.
5,031 residents of Moyne - West are employed, from a labour force of 5,092. Unemployment sits at 1.2%, with participation at 60.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The workforce in Moyne - West is highly skilled and distributed across various industries, with an unemployment rate of only 1.2%. In March 2026, 5,031 locals are employed, representing an unemployment rate 2.5% lower than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, while the participation rate is close to the Regional Vic. figure of 61.1%. Census records show a moderate 19.2% of the working population performed their duties from home, though the influence of COVID-19 restriction periods should be taken into account. The primary sectors employing local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction.
The community displays a particularly heavy concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with employment rates standing at 2.3 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training is underrepresented, employing only 7.7% of the Moyne - West workforce compared to 9.1% across Regional Vic.. The area seems to provide few local jobs, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics indicates that during the year leading to March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 6.4% and total employment fell by 6.4%, keeping the unemployment level relatively steady. In contrast, Regional Vic. saw employment slip by 0.1%, the workforce contract by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate decrease by 0.2 percentage points. National employment outlooks from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends in Moyne - West. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While nationwide employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the industry distribution of Moyne - West suggests local jobs could grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Moyne - West is $1,522 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $758 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,751 a year against an average of $62,671. 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 most recent postcode ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, the median income of taxpayers in the Moyne - West SA2 is $49,751, with an average income of $62,671. These figures are below the national averages, and compare to a median of $50,954 and average of $62,728 in Regional Vic.. Factoring in WPI growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, updated estimates point to a median of $54,537 and an average of $68,700 as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all placed in a modest range between the 37th and 40th percentiles.
The statistics show that 34.1% of residents (3,498 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which aligns with regional patterns where 30.3% of the population is in this cohort. Housing expenses are manageable with 89.0% of income kept, but disposable income sits below average in the 42nd percentile, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Moyne - West had 3,768 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 49% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $280 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 18.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Moyne - West at the time of the last Census consisted of 95.3% houses and 4.7% other dwellings, such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Regional Vic.'s breakdown of 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Moyne - West was considerably higher than in Regional Vic. at 48.8%, while the remaining houses were held under a mortgage (34.9%) or rented (16.3%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the Regional Vic. average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent stood at $280, compared to Regional Vic.
medians of $1,430 and $285. On a national scale, Moyne - West mortgage payments are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Moyne - West counted 3,768 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of households at 73.0%, consisting of couples with children at 29.1%, couples without children at 34.3%, and single-parent homes at 8.8%. Non-family households account for the other 27.0% of the total, with single-person homes representing 25.1% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household occupancy of 2.4 people matches the average for Regional Vic..
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.3% of adults in Moyne - West hold a university qualification, including 16.7% with a bachelor degree and 4.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.8% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 818 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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Attainment of higher education in Moyne - West is lower than regional averages, with 24.3% of individuals aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 33.4% across VIC. This variance indicates room for educational advancement and vocational upskilling. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 38.4% of the population aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (26.8%). Participation in schooling is high, with 28.7% of the population currently engaged in formal study.
This figure is made up of 10.9% in primary school, 9.4% in high school, and 2.3% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Moyne - West reaches 47 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 130 services a week. The typical home sits about 600 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 data shows 47 active transit stops functioning in Moyne - West. These stops are served by 4 unique routes, which together provide 134 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 596 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a mostly residential area, most working residents commute to other districts, with cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 90% and walking accounting for 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars per home, which is above the regional average.
About 19.2% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may show the effects of COVID-19 restrictions). Transit service frequency averages 19 trips each day across all active routes, which represents approximately 2 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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67.4% of residents in Moyne - West report no long-term health condition. 5.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Moyne - West records positive health trends according to AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the occurrence of long-term health issues, with both younger and older age brackets showing a low incidence of typical medical conditions, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is relatively low at approximately 50% (~5,171 people). This compares to a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent chronic conditions in the locality, affecting 8.7 and 8.3% of citizens, respectively, while 67.4% of the population reported no chronic conditions whatsoever, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic..
Health trends for working-age residents are typical. The population includes 25.7% of residents aged 65 and over (2,635 people), which is higher than the Regional Vic. proportion of 23.9%. Health trends among the elderly are especially strong, placing higher in national comparisons than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Moyne - West is largely Australian-born, at 91.6% of residents, with 2.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.5%) and Australian (30.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Moyne - West is lower than average, with 90.8% of the population holding citizenship, 91.6% born in Australia, and 97.8% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, which is practiced by 54.0% of the population, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic.. Regarding parental birthplace and heritage, the three largest ancestral cohorts in Moyne - West are English at 30.5% of the population, Australian at 30.3%, and Irish at 16.3%, which is much higher than the Regional Vic. average of 9.7%. Significant variances are also present for other backgrounds, with Scottish heritage overrepresented at 9.8% of Moyne - West (vs 8.8% in the wider region), Dutch heritage at 1.4% (vs 1.7%), and German heritage at 3.5% (vs 3.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Moyne - West is 46, older than 81% of areas nationally. 20.7% 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 46 in Moyne - West is slightly higher than the Regional Vic. median of 43 and notably higher than the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is strongly represented at 14.7% compared to Regional Vic., whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 9.8%. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is also significantly higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 6.8% to 8.6% of the population, while the 15 to 24 group rose from 9.7% to 10.9%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.0% to 11.3% and the 55 to 64 group decreased from 14.8% to 13.2%. By 2041, the age distribution of Moyne - West is projected to change. The 85+ cohort is expected to grow by 22% (53 people), increasing from 248 to 302. The demographic aging trend is clear, as residents aged 65+ account for 100% of all projected population growth. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the 75 to 84 and 0 to 4 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Moyne - West
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 13 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 — 143 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,014 at the 2021 Census → 10,260 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 (217041478). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.