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Oakleigh - Huntingdale has an estimated 25,460 residents, up from 22,928 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,532 people, or 11.0%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years, faster than 75% of areas nationally. 403 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 93.5% of that increase. That puts 2,503 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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Oakleigh - Huntingdale has a population of approximately 25,460 as of May 2026 according to AreaSearch figures. Compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 22,928 residents, this represents a growth of 2,532 individuals (11.0%). This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 25,427 and 403 validated new addresses recorded after the Census. The resulting population density is 2,503 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quartile of all Australian areas evaluated by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 11.0% since the 2021 census outpaced the state average of 9.3% and the national average, establishing the area as a regional growth leader.
This expansion was majorly fueled by overseas migration, which represented about 93.5% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as a base are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this data, AreaSearch utilizes 2023 Victorian State Government Regional and LGA projections, modified using a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates across specific age brackets derived from these calculations are applied to all locations for the period 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, a large population gain within the highest quartile of statistical regions analyzed by AreaSearch is anticipated, with the locality projected to grow by 8,443 persons by 2041 using the latest annual ERP statistics, indicating a total increase of 33.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
669 new dwellings have been approved in Oakleigh - Huntingdale over the past five years, an average of 133 a year. That places the area in the 83rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 97 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 40% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 296, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 133 home approvals have been recorded annually in Oakleigh - Huntingdale, resulting in 669 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 272 during FY-26 to date. An average of 2.5 new residents per year per approved dwelling over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) points to steady demand that helps maintain property values, with new construction showing an average value of $378,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $46.5 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to strong local business development.
The per capita development rate in Oakleigh - Huntingdale is comparable to Greater Melbourne, maintaining a market balance in line with adjacent locations, even though construction activity has declined lately. Current development projects consist of 40.0% detached houses and 60.0% medium and high-density options. This emphasis on denser housing options offers more affordable entry points and meets the needs of downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a marked departure from the existing housing stock, which is currently 68.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of development sites alongside changing lifestyle choices and affordability constraints. There are about 233 people for each dwelling approval, suggesting capacity for expansion. Long-term forecasts indicate Oakleigh - Huntingdale will gain 8,410 residents by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current construction volumes, the supply of new housing may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase buyer rivalry and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Oakleigh - Huntingdale
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 20 current infrastructure and development projects inside Oakleigh - Huntingdale, worth an estimated $39.1 billion. A further 125 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $127.7 billion. 27 are already under construction and 35 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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, major construction works, and planning policies have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 47 projects likely to affect the local area. Significant initiatives include Suburban Rail Loop East, Summerset Oakleigh South, VicTrack Land Release - Oakleigh Station, and Station Quarter Oakleigh, with the detailed list below outlining the projects of greatest importance.
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Suburban Rail Loop East
SRL East is the first stage of the Suburban Rail Loop, delivering 26km of twin underground tunnels and six new underground stations at Cheltenham, Clayton, Monash, Glen Waverley, Burwood and Box Hill. Construction has been active at all six station sites since mid-2022. As of April 2026, tunnel boring machines (TBMs) have arrived and are being assembled at the Burwood launch site, with tunnelling commencing in 2026. Over 3,000 workers are on the project. The Clayton station will serve as a major transport superhub connecting SRL to the Gippsland corridor.The project will enable approximately 70,000 new homes across the station precincts by the 2050s and support 230,000 new jobs by 2041. Trains are expected to be running by 2035.
Summerset Oakleigh South
A premium retirement village and aged care facility featuring a continuum of care model. The development includes 135 units consisting of 50 independent living villas, 41 independent living apartments, 26 assisted living apartments, and 18 residential aged care rooms. Amenities include a village green, putting green, rooftop terrace, and community gardens. Construction officially commenced with a sod-turning event in late 2025, with major civil and basement works continuing through 2026.
Huntingdale Precinct Renewal & Structure Plan (Planning Scheme Amendment C173mona)
Major urban renewal framework and planning scheme change (Amendment C173mona approved January 2026) facilitating mid-rise 3-to-8 storey development, rezoning underutilised industrial land to Commercial 1 Zone, Mixed Use (MUZ4), and General Residential Zone (GRZ12) around Huntingdale Station and the Monash National Employment and Innovation Cluster.
Oakleigh Train and Tram Zone Activity Centre Plan
Victorian State Government urban renewal and planning reform under the Activity Centres Program, establishing streamlined planning pathways and new built-form overlay controls for higher density residential and commercial developments (up to 12 to 16 storeys in core areas) surrounding Oakleigh station.
VicTrack Land Release - Oakleigh Station
VicTrack is progressing the release of surplus rail land adjacent to Oakleigh Station for a mid-rise residential development as part of the Victorian Government Housing Statement. The site is expected to deliver around 120 homes with at least 10% affordable housing. The Expression of Interest process concluded with shortlisted proponents progressing through the Request for Proposal process. Construction is intended to commence within 18 months of developer appointment, subject to planning and commercial approvals.
Station Quarter Oakleigh
Station Quarter Oakleigh is a significant urban renewal project integrated into the Victorian Government's Activity Centres Program (2024-2026). The project focuses on the Oakleigh Major Activity Centre, specifically targeting commuter car parks and underutilised land around the rail corridor. The plan proposes building heights of up to 16 storeys in the core area to deliver approximately 1,200 new dwellings, supporting the goal of high-density living near public transport. Phase 2 community consultation concluded in March 2026, with the project now moving through the final assessment of planning controls to enable accelerated housing delivery.
8-20 King Street Business & Innovation Precinct
A $38M multi-building commercial precinct featuring 10 buildings ranging from 1 to 4 storeys. The development encompasses office space, commercial display areas, light industrial warehouses, cafes, and basement car parking.
2-4 Grange Street Oakleigh South Development
A previously flagged low-rise apartment proposal at 2-4 Grange Street in Oakleigh South (City of Monash). No active council permit record could be verified as of 18 Aug 2025 and third-party trackers indicate the scheme is not proceeding. Record retained for monitoring only.
15,420 residents of Oakleigh - Huntingdale are employed, from a labour force of 15,800. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 72.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% 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 local workforce in Oakleigh - Huntingdale is highly educated, featuring strong representation in professional services, an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, and a 4.5% rise in estimated employment over the past year. In March 2026, there were 15,420 employed residents, and the unemployment rate of 2.4% sat below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while participation in the labor force was relatively typical at 72.4% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census records indicate that 35.6% of employed residents worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The locality exhibits a specific concentration in education & training, with its employment share reaching 1.2 times the wider regional proportion. In contrast, construction is less common, employing 7.9% of the Oakleigh - Huntingdale workforce compared to 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. Although there are jobs located within the area, Census comparisons of the working population to the local resident base suggest a large number of residents travel outside the suburb for work. According to AreaSearch's review of SALM and ABS figures, employment and the labour force both grew by 4.5% in the year ending March 2026, which helped maintain a steady unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1%, the labour force expand by 2.3%, and unemployment climb by 0.2 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide additional context regarding anticipated demand in Oakleigh - Huntingdale. These long-term projections span five and ten years and have been overlaid onto the local employment structure to gauge expected expansion trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific estimates are applied to the employment composition of Oakleigh - Huntingdale, local employment is expected to rise by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Oakleigh - Huntingdale is $1,956 a week (about $102,000 a year), with median personal income at $841 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,714 a year against an average of $77,003. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the Oakleigh - Huntingdale SA2 are very high on a national scale, with a median of $59,714 and an average of $77,003. This compares to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $65,458 for the median and $84,411 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census indicates household, family, and individual incomes in Oakleigh - Huntingdale reside around the 60th percentile nationally.
The distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 32.1% of the community (8,172 individuals), matching regional patterns where 32.8% fall into this bracket. High housing expenses take up 15.9% of earnings, yet solid income levels keep disposable income at the 63rd percentile, with the SEIFA index placing the area in the 7th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Oakleigh - Huntingdale had 8,543 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 16% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $415 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Oakleigh - Huntingdale consisted of 68.3% houses and 31.8% other options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other options in the Melbourne metropolitan area. Home ownership rates in Oakleigh - Huntingdale matched the wider metropolitan average of 32.2%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (34.0%) or rented (33.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was higher than the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent of $415 exceeded the metropolitan average of $390.
Locally, Oakleigh - Huntingdale's mortgage payments are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Oakleigh - Huntingdale counted 8,543 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 9,486 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent 70.2% of all households, consisting of 33.5% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent households. The remaining 29.8% consists of non-family households, with single person households accounting for 23.4% and group households making up 6.4%. The median household size is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
42.8% of adults in Oakleigh - Huntingdale hold a university qualification, including 26.4% with a bachelor degree and 13.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 84% of areas nationally. A further 13.1% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,511 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,109 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Residents of Oakleigh - Huntingdale show high rates of educational attainment relative to wider benchmarks, with 42.8% of individuals aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 29.8% in the SA4 region and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile positions the community well for professional roles in knowledge industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 26.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 13.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Technical and vocational credentials make up 23.5% of qualifications for those aged 15+ and older, split between advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (13.1%).
A significant portion of the population is engaged in study, with 29.7% of residents currently enrolled in an educational program. This includes 8.9% attending tertiary institutions, 7.8% in primary school, and 6.1% enrolled in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Oakleigh - Huntingdale reaches 151 stops on 36 routes, timetabled for about 11,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 of local transit shows there are 151 active transport stops operating in Oakleigh - Huntingdale, which consist of bus services. These stops support 36 separate routes that deliver 11,711 passenger trips weekly. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 167 meters from the nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 79%, followed by trains at 11%. Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars per household. A significant 35.6% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 1,673 daily trips, which equals roughly 77 weekly trips for each transport stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.1% of residents in Oakleigh - Huntingdale report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 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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Oakleigh - Huntingdale exhibits favorable health metrics based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses, with common conditions occurring at low rates in the wider population but showing higher rates among older, vulnerable demographics, while private health insurance membership is very high at approximately 57% of the population (~14,512 people). The most frequent health issues reported in the locality are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 7.2% and 6.2% of residents respectively, while 74.1% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
The working-age population is generally healthy with a low rate of chronic disease. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.6% of the population (3,714 people), which is a lower national ranking relative to the rest of the local demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.3% of Oakleigh - Huntingdale residents were born overseas and 48.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (15.0%) and Australian (14.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Oakleigh - Huntingdale displays high cultural diversity, with 44.3% of residents born outside Australia and 48.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 49.2% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 1.0% of the population, matching the 1.0% proportion observed across Greater Melbourne. In terms of parent country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Oakleigh - Huntingdale are English at 15.0% of the population, which is lower than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 14.3%, and Other at 13.0%.
There are also distinct variations in other ethnic background shares, with Greek backgrounds heavily represented at 11.4% of the population compared to 2.7% regionally, Sri Lankan backgrounds at 1.3% compared to 0.8%, and Russian backgrounds at 0.6% compared to 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Oakleigh - Huntingdale is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 34.3% 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 36 years in Oakleigh - Huntingdale is close to the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and slightly below the national median of 38. Compared to the metropolitan area, the suburb has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (19.6%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (9.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 12.6% to 14.7%, and the 25 to 34 cohort expanded from 18.1% to 19.6%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.1% to 11.4%.
Demographic models indicate the age distribution will shift by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow the most, increasing by 39% or 1,943 individuals to reach a total of 6,934.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Oakleigh - Huntingdale
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 25 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 — 403 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (22,928 at the 2021 Census → 25,460 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 (212051326). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.