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Orbost has an estimated 6,735 residents. 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 research from AreaSearch, the resident count in Orbost stands at approximately 6,735 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 8 people (0.1%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 6,727 people. Such variation is derived from ABS figures showing an estimated resident population of 6,727 as of June 2025 alongside 76 validated new addresses identified following the Census date. Spatially, this yields a population density of 0.60 persons per square kilometer, providing local inhabitants with considerable space. The recorded 0.1% post-census growth places the locality within 2.3 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (2.4%), illustrating resilient expansion metrics.
Inward interstate migration served as the primary growth engine, accounting for roughly 78.7% of aggregate population additions over recent timeframes. Projections for each SA2 area are sourced from ABS/Geoscience Australia models released in 2024 with 2022 serving as the base year. For locations lacking this coverage, figures utilize 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA datasets adjusted via weighted aggregation methods from LGA down to SA2 boundaries. Age-specific growth trajectories from these models are similarly projected across all territories for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, demographic forecasts indicate expansion exceeding the regional national median, with Orbost projected to expand by 1,387 persons to 2041 relative to latest annual ERP baselines, marking an overall rise of 20.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
203 new dwellings have been approved in Orbost over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That is 6.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 41 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 85% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals across Orbost have maintained a pace of roughly 40 homes annually, culminating in 203 homes over the past 5 financial years. Given that incoming population gains averaged merely 0.5 people per year for every dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local housing delivery is meeting or exceeding demand, thereby widening options for prospective purchasers and paving the way for higher-than-expected population growth, with new residential projects reflecting an average expected construction cost of $425,000. Furthermore, $19.8 million in commercial development approvals was documented during this financial year, pointing to moderate commercial building activity.
Per capita building volumes in Orbost sit at approximately three-quarters of the level observed across Rest of Vic., placing the locality in the 56th percentile among nationally evaluated regions. In terms of composition, new development consists of 85.0% standalone homes alongside 15.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving a low-density urban profile centered on detached family housing for occupants desiring spacious surroundings. Generating one building permit per approximately 267 people, the district exemplifies a low-density built environment. Over the period extending to 2041, Orbost is projected to add 1,379 residents based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Although residential supply is currently tracking demographic forecasts, property purchasers could encounter greater market competition as local numbers expand.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Orbost
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 87 current infrastructure and development projects close to Orbost, worth an estimated $61.4 billion. 26 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, energy 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 investment, major works, and strategic planning exert a profound influence on regional momentum. AreaSearch has pinpointed 1 key initiative expected to affect the immediate area, with significant regional developments including Jemmys Point Lookout Stage 2 and Kalimna Loop Walk, Eden Cove Estate, Eden Breakwater Wharf Extension, and Storey Avenue and Princes Highway Roadworks, as outlined in the accompanying project inventory.
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Lakes Entrance Northern Growth Area (LENGA)
The Lakes Entrance Northern Growth Area (LENGA) is a 244 hectare residential growth precinct in the hills north of Lakes Entrance, planned to deliver around 1,545 new dwellings and accommodate over 9,000 future residents. The area is implemented through Development Plan Overlay 8 (DPO8) in the East Gippsland Planning Scheme, with multiple staged subdivisions progressively rolling out across land bounded by Myers Street, Blairs Road, Ostlers Road and Thorpes Lane. Approved development plans cover Palmers Road, Blairs Road and the Country Club Drive precinct, with active estates including Wel.Co's Mirradale (around 165 lots over 35.4 hectares at 112 Ostlers Road), Lakes Heights Estate at 52 Country Club Drive (59 lots, permit approved) and the neighbouring Lakes View Estate.The masterplan includes a neighbourhood activity centre of around 3.5 hectares, integrated wetlands for water-sensitive urban design, a multipurpose community facility, emergency services land and a connected shared pathway network, with native vegetation precinct planning to protect high quality habitat zones.
Lakes Entrance - Marine Parade Upgrade
A 1km road and footpath upgrade project extending from the roundabout at Marine Parade and Princes Highway to Barkes Avenue intersection. The project includes widening the road for 50 on-road parallel parking bays, 1.8m-wide accessible footpaths along the residential side, raised pedestrian crossings for traffic calming, intersection reconstruction at Barkes Avenue and Marine Parade, and upgraded drainage infrastructure to reduce localized flooding. Construction commenced June 24, 2024 by Cranes Asphalting and Bitumen Sealing P/L.
Lakes Entrance Foreshore Park Development, Krauatungalung Walk Stage 1
Major foreshore revitalization featuring Krauatungalung Walk Stage 1 with an all-abilities boardwalk, Indigenous garden celebrating the five Gunaikurnai clans, sculptural seating featuring Borun the pelican and Tuk the musk duck, Lakes Foreshore Park with inclusive playground incorporating water-play and nature-play elements, accessible pathways, landscaping, and the Lakes Entrance Water Sports Pavilion. The project honors Gunaikurnai cultural heritage while providing enhanced recreation and accessibility for the community.
Lakes Entrance Slipway Redevelopment
Transformation of a 5,400 square metre former slipway site operating from 1948-2005 into a vibrant public waterfront precinct featuring tiered timber decking, two restored historic winch sheds converted into art galleries, food and beverage outlets, outdoor markets, community event spaces, public amenities, and accessible ramps. Managed by the Slipway Collective, this multi-use destination celebrates local maritime heritage while fostering arts, culture, and hospitality to enhance tourism and community wellbeing.
North Arm Water Main Replacement
East Gippsland Water replaced the critical water main linking Kalimna and Lakes Entrance beneath North Arm using horizontal directional drilling to improve drinking water supply reliability, increase network capacity for future growth and reduce environmental impacts within the Gippsland Lakes Ramsar area. The project achieved a major pipe installation milestone in November 2025 and was completed in December 2025.
Jemmys Point Lookout Stage 2 and Kalimna Loop Walk
Completed tourism infrastructure upgrade at Jemmys Point featuring a large circular viewing platform with panoramic 270-degree views of the Gippsland Lakes, Bass Strait and 90 Mile Beach. Stage 2 works include all-abilities toilet facilities with baby change, solar-powered BBQ, picnic shelter and tables, landscaping, improved parking and turnaround area, and a loop walking trail connecting Hotel Road lookout, Kalimna Jetty and Jemmys Point Reserve. The facilities promote community gathering, outdoor recreation and enhance visitor experiences in Lakes Entrance.
Lakes Entrance Training Walls Upgrade
Remediation works on the 130-year-old heritage-listed training walls, including stabilization of the timber structure with rock-filled geotextile bags and replenishment of armour rock along the channel sides. The $4.5 million project improves vessel access, reduces hazards from unstable rock surfaces, extends structure longevity, and supports local fishing, boating, and tourism industries.
Paynesville Slip Road Maritime Precinct Upgrade
A comprehensive upgrade of the Paynesville maritime precinct involving the replacement of aging seawalls and the construction of new jetties to provide approximately 40 new berths. The project includes a significant expansion of the boat ramp to be longer and deeper, enhanced car and boat trailer parking, and the creation of new boardwalks and pedestrian pathways. Integrated landscaping and drainage improvements are also being implemented to support regional tourism and the local marine industry.
2,899 residents of Orbost are employed, from a labour force of 3,091. Unemployment sits at 6.2%, with participation at 52.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% 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 workforce in Orbost is characterized by strong representation in essential services and a 6.2% unemployment rate, accompanied by an estimated employment growth of 4.6% over the previous year. By March 2026, there were 2,899 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.5% that sits above Regional Vic.'s 3.7% rate. Workforce participation in Orbost is notably lower at 52.5% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data indicates that 19.5% of residents worked from home, a figure that should be viewed with consideration for the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment sectors among residents comprise agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
Workforce concentration is particularly pronounced in agriculture, forestry & fishing, where the local employment proportion reaches 2.4 times that of the wider region. Conversely, manufacturing remains underrepresented, engaging 5.0% of local workers compared to 7.7% in Regional Vic.. A comparison of Census working population counts against resident numbers suggests that local job opportunities within the immediate area remain constrained. Analysis of ABS and SALM metrics by AreaSearch indicates that over the year to March 2026, resident employment expanded by 4.6% as the total workforce grew by 3.3%, yielding a 1.1 percentage points drop in unemployment. By contrast, Regional Vic. recorded an employment reduction of 0.1%, a 0.3% drop in its labor pool, and a 0.2 percentage points decrease in unemployment. Broader labor trends are detailed in Jobs and Skills Australia projections from Mar-26 across five- and ten-year horizons. Nationally, overall employment is anticipated to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though sectoral rates vary substantially. When weighted against the local industry mix, these projections suggest Orbost employment could rise by 5.7% over five years and 12.4% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model that excludes localized demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Orbost is $926 a week (about $48,000 a year), with median personal income at $529 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,352 a year against an average of $51,168. 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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Postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates that earnings across the Orbost SA2 sit beneath national standards, recording a median income of $41,352 and an average income of $51,168. In comparison, Regional Vic. registered a median income of $50,954 and an average income of $62,728. Incorporating Wage Price Index expansion of 9.62% since financial year 2023 generates updated estimates of $45,330 (median) and $56,090 (average) as of March 2026. Under 2021 Census benchmarks, personal, family, and household earnings within Orbost occupy the 1st to 5th percentiles across Australia.
Among specific brackets, the $400 - 799 weekly range encompasses 31.7% of residents (2,134 individuals), whereas the $1,500 - 2,999 category leads regionally at 30.3%. With 43.1% earning under $800/week, financial flexibility is constrained for many households, and although 90.1% of earnings are retained after accommodation expenses, total disposable income ranks in the 4th percentile nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Orbost had 2,777 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 1% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 59% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $190 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,083 a month. Rent absorbs 20.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential property stock in Orbost during the latest Census consisted of 95.6% houses and 4.4% other dwellings (encompassing apartments, semi-detached, and alternative dwelling types), whereas Regional Vic. recorded 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Outright home ownership reached 58.9%, noticeably outpacing Regional Vic., with remaining households divided between mortgaged properties (22.7%) and rental accommodation (18.5%). Median housing costs stood at $1,083 per month for mortgages and $190 per week for rents, substantially below the Regional Vic. equivalents of $1,430 and $285, as well as the Australian national averages of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for rents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Orbost counted 2,777 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.1 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 91% of areas nationally, against 33% couples without children. 37% 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 account for 60.1% of total dwellings in the locality, consisting of couples without children (33.1%), couples with children (17.8%), and single parent families (8.4%). Non-family living arrangements make up the other 39.9%, dominated by lone person households at 37.3% and group households at 2.7%. The local median household size of 2.1 people sits below the Regional Vic. benchmark of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.3% of adults in Orbost hold a university qualification, including 12.2% with a bachelor degree and 3.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.3% hold a vocational qualification. 13 schools serve the area, with 649 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 969 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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Educational profiles across the area reflect lower attainment levels in tertiary education, with 18.3% of individuals holding university qualifications compared against 33.4% across VIC. Highest qualifications are led by bachelor degrees at 12.2%, postgraduate qualifications at 3.2%, and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Conversely, vocational and technical training is widely held, as 40.5% of people aged 15+ possess vocational accreditations, comprising 11.2% with advanced diplomas and 29.3% with certificates. Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 25.9% of local inhabitants enrolled in an educational course. This proportion includes 10.3% attending primary school, 7.7% in secondary school, and 2.3% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Orbost means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The public transit network in Orbost consists of 22 active transit stops across 4 dedicated routes, combining to provide 77 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is constrained, with residents living an average of 1537 meters from the closest stop. Outward commuting characterizes travel in this predominantly residential community, where private vehicles represent the main mode of travel at 84%, followed by walking at 10%, alongside an average of 1.5 vehicles per household. Additionally, 19.5% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 settings.
Transit service schedules deliver an average of 11 trips per day across all available routes, translating to roughly 3 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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59.6% of residents in Orbost report no long-term health condition. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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 assessments from AreaSearch highlight notable wellness challenges in Orbost regarding mortality patterns and the presence of chronic illnesses across younger and older demographics alike. Furthermore, private health insurance uptake is remarkably low at approximately 46% of the population (~3,104 people), trailing the Regional Vic. level of 50.5% and the national standard of 55.7%. The primary medical conditions diagnosed within the community are arthritis (affecting 12.4% of residents) and mental health issues (8.8%), with 59.6% of inhabitants reporting no long-term illnesses compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.. Elevated rates of chronic conditions pose challenges for working-age adults.
Inhabitants aged 65 and over constitute 35.0% of the population (2,358 people), exceeding the 24.0% share in Regional Vic., yet older residents demonstrate above-average health results that surpass broader community standings nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Orbost is largely Australian-born, at 88.3% of residents, with 3.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.0%) and Australian (28.7%). 3.7% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures in Orbost remain below broader averages, with Australian citizens comprising 86.6% of residents, 88.3% born in Australia, and 96.6% speaking only English within their homes. Christianity forms the predominant faith, practiced by 39.4% of the population. In relative terms, the most visible overrepresentation occurs in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% locally, matching the 0.1% recorded across Regional Vic.. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parental country of birth, the primary groups identified in Orbost are English (33.0%), Australian (28.7%), and Scottish (9.8%). Additional ancestral variations relative to the broader region include Dutch background at 2.0% (compared to 1.7% regionally), Australian Aboriginal ancestry at 3.7% (compared to 1.4%), and Irish ancestry at 9.0% (compared to 9.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Orbost is 55, older than 96% of areas nationally. 15.0% 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 age distribution in Orbost is among the oldest in its region, with seniors and retirees (65+) representing 35.0% of residents as at August 2026 versus 24.0% in Regional Vic., while young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) make up only 15.9% compared to 23.1% regionally. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 55, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 12 years above the Regional Vic. level of 43 at that Census, whilst the national median stood at 38 at the same Census. Since that Census, the senior cohort (65+) expanded from 31.0% to an estimated 35.0%, driven by the 55 to 64 group contracting from 19.5% to an estimated 17.3% while the 65 to 74 demographic rose from 18.4% to 20.1% without an incoming younger cohort.
Projections to 2041 anticipate the highest nominal growth among retirees and elderly residents, adding 519 residents (22%) to reach 2,878, whereas young to middle aged adults will see the highest rate of increase, growing 42% to 1,521.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Orbost
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 76 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (6,727 at the 2021 Census → 6,735 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 Aug 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 (205021085). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.