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Niddrie - Essendon West has an estimated 8,107 residents, up from 7,460 at the 2021 Census — a change of 647 people, or 8.7%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 63.9% of that increase. That puts 2,895 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 resident count for Niddrie - Essendon West is approximated at 8,107 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 647 people (8.7% ) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,460 people. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 8,048 combined with 94 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 2,895 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of all Australian territories evaluated. The 8.7% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (4.9%), establishing the locality as a leading growth zone.
Population gains were chiefly fueled by overseas migration, which represented roughly 63.9% of the total demographic growth, though natural increases and interstate arrivals also contributed positively. AreaSearch utilizes projections created by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 localities, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this data, projections from the VIC State Government issued in 2023 were applied, using a weighted aggregation method to translate population increases from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age cohort growth rates from these aggregations are also integrated for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, the suburb is expected to experience population expansion exceeding the national median, with an anticipated increase of 985 persons to 2041 using the latest annual ERP figures, representing a total rise of 11.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
330 new dwellings have been approved in Niddrie - Essendon West over the past five years, an average of 66 a year. That places the area in the 67th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 50 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 30% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 74, 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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Niddrie - Essendon West averages approximately 66 residential building approvals per year, accumulating to 330 homes during the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 68 approvals have been registered. An average intake of 1.2 people per year for every finished home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) indicates that supply matches local demand, supporting stable conditions while new homes present an average building cost of $411,000. Additionally, commercial development approvals reached $9.0 million this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential focus of the neighborhood.
When compared to Greater Melbourne, new residential approvals in Niddrie - Essendon West are moderately elevated, tracking 26.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year period. This provides choice for buyers while protecting established property values, even though building pace has slowed lately. Recent residential construction consists of 30.0% standalone houses and 70.0% townhouses or apartments. The preference for higher density layouts offers cheaper buying options and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a clear departure from the current housing stock (which is 66.0% houses), indicating fewer vacant building blocks alongside changing lifestyle trends and demand for varied, affordable options. The suburb has roughly 165 people per dwelling approval, showing a growing market. Demographic projections indicate Niddrie - Essendon West will add 926 residents to 2041 (derived from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on ongoing building volumes, residential supply is expected to satisfy demand, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially supporting growth that outpaces current predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Niddrie - Essendon West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Niddrie - Essendon West, worth an estimated $1.8 billion. A further 76 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $40.5 billion. 17 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning schemes, and major developments are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 7 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Niddrie (Keilor Road) Activity Centre Structure Plan, LUMA Sunshine North, Airport Toyota Expansion, and the Textron Aviation Hangar 83 project, with details provided on those of greatest local significance.
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Niddrie (Keilor Road) Activity Centre Structure Plan
The Niddrie (Keilor Road) Activity Centre Plan establishes a long-term framework to deliver approximately 3,400 new dwellings by 2051. Finalised under Amendment GC252 in April 2025, the plan facilitates higher-density mixed-use development within the core, featuring building heights of 8 to 12 storeys on key opportunity sites. It introduces a streamlined 'deemed to comply' planning process and new infrastructure funding systems effective from January 2027 to accelerate housing delivery near existing tram and bus services along the Keilor Road corridor.
Rosemont Townhomes
Rosemont introduces a collection of 42 modern townhomes in a hidden pocket of Keilor East, positioned on undulating topography with private courtyards and secondary living spaces. Designed by Jesse Ant Architects, each home features refined materials, modern elegance, light-filled environments, Miele appliances, stone benchtops, and a choice of dark or light color schemes.
Hart Industrial Precinct
A 30 hectare aviation, commercial and light industrial precinct in the north-east section of Essendon Fields. Stage 1 is over 60 percent complete, with more than 100000 square metres of total site area delivered and about 64000 square metres of development-ready land remaining. Operational facilities include Autex Acoustics at 121-131 Global Avenue, Modscape at 112-120 Global Avenue, Dutton Wholesale at 1 Challenger Court and temporary Modscape module storage at 117 Global Avenue. Civil infrastructure including the Global Avenue extension, services and stage 1 retarding basin is complete, while landscaping, boundary interface works and stage 2 retarding basin works are ongoing.Further warehouses and a cafe are planned subject to market demand.
17-25 Earl Street Airport West Development
Residential development project in Airport West on Earl Street. Part of ongoing residential densification in the Airport West area near transport links and Westfield shopping centre.
191 Rosamond Road Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use development featuring two towers of 14 and 16 storeys with 622 apartments, commercial spaces at ground level, and amenities including co-working space, wellness centre, gym, and recreational areas. Located opposite Highpoint Shopping Centre in a major retail and transport precinct.
Maribyrnong River Master Plan Implementation
Comprehensive restoration and improvement of Maribyrnong River corridor through Avondale Heights. Includes flood protection, habitat restoration, recreational facilities, walking and cycling paths, and community spaces. Enhancing environmental and recreational values.
North Essendon Activity Centre Plan
The North Essendon Activity Centre Plan outlines the strategic framework to accommodate housing growth around Mount Alexander Road and Bulla Road, unlocking up to 5100 new homes by 2051. Finalised in 2025, it includes new built form controls and a streamlined planning process to encourage higher density living close to transport and services.
Essendon Keilor College - East Keilor Campus Upgrade and Modernisation
The Victorian Government is undertaking planning for a future upgrade and modernisation of the former Essendon Keilor College East Keilor Campus. Planning commenced in 2023 with funding allocated for design and investigation works. As of 2026, the campus has ceased operating as an Essendon Keilor College campus and part of the site is being repurposed for the new Niddrie Autistic School campus, while the broader upgrade remains subject to future construction funding.
4,895 residents of Niddrie - Essendon West are employed, from a labour force of 4,973. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 73.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,961, 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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The local workforce in Niddrie - Essendon West is highly educated, featuring a strong share of professional services, a low unemployment rate of 1.6%, and stable jobs figures over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 4,895 while the unemployment rate sits 3.2% below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. Labor force participation is relatively standard, standing at 73.8% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census records indicate that 35.5% of workers operated from home, though this figure may be influenced by Covid-19 restrictions. The primary employment fields for local workers are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The suburb exhibits a clear specialization in construction, with its employment share tracking at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance has a smaller footprint, employing 11.5% of workers compared to 14.2% across the wider region. Comparison of the Census working population against resident workers indicates this mostly residential suburb provides few local employment opportunities. According to analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, the local workforce contracted by 0.5% during the year to March 2026, while total employment fell by 0.0%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1%, labor force expand by 2.3%, and unemployment climb by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context on future labor needs in Niddrie - Essendon West. These five and ten-year forecasts were applied to the local workforce structure to model potential changes. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto Niddrie - Essendon West suggests local employment will rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (this represents a basic weighting extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Niddrie - Essendon West is $2,239 a week (about $116,000 a year), with median personal income at $982 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,291 a year against an average of $81,452. 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 aggregation of postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, the Niddrie - Essendon West SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $65,291 and an average income of $81,452. These figures are among the highest nationwide, comparing to $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average) across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these levels at approximately $71,572 (median) and $89,288 (average) as of March 2026. Census findings show household, family, and individual incomes are all highly ranked, placing between the 77th and 80th percentiles nationally.
The weekly income distribution is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which contains 29.9% of residents (2,423 people), similar to Greater Melbourne where 32.8% fall in this range. A high proportion of top earners (35.2% above $3,000/week) demonstrates substantial financial capacity in the area. Housing costs represent 14.1% of income, strong earnings place residents in the 81st percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the suburb in the 8th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Niddrie - Essendon West had 2,775 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 66% detached houses and 3% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $435 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,400 a month. Rent absorbs 19.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. 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 structure in Niddrie - Essendon West consisted of 65.5% houses and 34.5% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to Melbourne metro's mix of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in Niddrie - Essendon West were higher than the metropolitan average at 37.8%, with remaining properties either mortgaged (37.8%) or rented (24.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,400 was notably above the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $435 compared to the metropolitan average of $390.
Globally within Australia, mortgage costs in the area exceed the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Niddrie - Essendon West counted 2,775 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,016 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 25% 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 represent the majority of households at 72.5%, consisting of couples with children at 38.0%, couples without children at 21.8%, and single parent households at 11.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 27.5%, with single-person households representing 24.6% and group households comprising 2.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 people matches the metropolitan average for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.1% of adults in Niddrie - Essendon West hold a university qualification, including 23.5% with a bachelor degree and 7.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 17.5% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,211 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,060 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 educational profile of the suburb is distinct, with university graduation rates (35.1% of residents aged 15+) tracking above the SA4 regional average of 27.7% and the national average of 30.4%, demonstrating a local emphasis on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 23.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.8%). Vocational and technical training is also well represented, with 29.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificate qualifications (17.5%). Participation in study is high, with 29.8% of the local population currently enrolled in education.
This share includes 9.1% attending primary schools, 8.9% in secondary schools, and 6.3% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Niddrie - Essendon West reaches 39 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 4,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 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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Public transit analysis shows 39 active transport stops in Niddrie - Essendon West, offering a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops are served by 10 separate routes, delivering 4,906 weekly passenger trips. Transit accessibility is rated highly, with dwellings averaging 207 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area; private vehicles remain the main transport mode at 86%, while 6% use trains. Households average 1.4 vehicles. A high proportion of residents worked from home at 35.5% (2021 Census; potentially reflecting pandemic restrictions).
Service frequency across all local transit routes averages 700 trips per day, which translates to roughly 125 weekly departures per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.0% of residents in Niddrie - Essendon West report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 89% of areas nationally. 5.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.4 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 show excellent outcomes in Niddrie - Essendon West based on mortality and chronic illness data analyzed by AreaSearch, with younger demographics showing very low rates of common illnesses. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing approximately 60% of the population (4,856 people), compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Asthma and arthritis are the most common chronic conditions, affecting 7.2 and 7.0% of local residents. Meanwhile, 73.0% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. The working-age population exhibits good health with low rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 16.4% of the population (1,333 people), which is above the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Senior health outcomes are positive, though they rank lower nationally than the statistics for younger local cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Niddrie - Essendon West is largely Australian-born, at 78.7% of residents, with 22.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (19.4%) and English (18.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Niddrie - Essendon West displays above average cultural diversity, with 21.3% of the population born outside Australia and 22.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, practiced by 65.5% of residents, compared to 43.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in Niddrie - Essendon West are Australian (19.4%), English (18.3%), and Italian (15.0%), with the Italian share tracking well above the regional average of 5.2%. Other notable ethnic concentrations include Croatian at 2.0% of the population (compared to 0.7% regionally), Maltese at 2.8% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Polish at 1.2% (compared to 0.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Niddrie - Essendon West is 40. 26.7% 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 40 in Niddrie - Essendon West is slightly older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national median of 38 years. Relative to Greater Melbourne, the 55 - 64 age group is over-represented at 13.2%, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is under-represented at 12.3%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 12.8% to 14.4% of the population, and the 55 to 64 group rose from 12.0% to 13.2%. Over the same period, the 45 to 54 bracket decreased from 15.9% to 13.7% and the 5 to 14 cohort fell from 12.4% to 11.2%.
Demographic projections indicate the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 55 to 64 group expected to expand by 311 people (29%) from 1,068 to 1,380, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 brackets are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Niddrie - Essendon 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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 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 May 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 — 94 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,460 at the 2021 Census → 8,107 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 (210011230). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.