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Ormond - Glen Huntly has an estimated 15,246 residents, up from 13,128 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,118 people, or 16.1%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years, faster than 86% of areas nationally. 134 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 89.4% of that increase. That puts 5,186 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Ormond - Glen Huntly is approximately 15,246 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,118 individuals (16.1%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 13,128 residents. This change is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 15,157 alongside 134 validated new addresses identified since the Census. The resulting population density stands at 5,185 persons per square kilometer, placing the location within the top 10% of all national areas analyzed by AreaSearch, highlights the high demand for local land resources.
The 16.1% population expansion since the 2021 census outstripped the SA4 region (8.0%) and the broader state, establishing the suburb as a regional growth leader. This population rise was driven mostly by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 89.4% of the total demographic gains in recent times. For each SA2 locality, AreaSearch implements the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. Where SA2 data is unavailable, projections from the VIC State Government's 2023 release are utilized, adjusting these figures via weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age-group growth rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic outlooks point to substantial growth that falls within the top quartile of national statistical areas, with the region projected to add 3,645 people by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, which is an overall rise of 23.3% over the 16 years.
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261 new dwellings have been approved in Ormond - Glen Huntly over the past five years, an average of 52 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 39 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 15% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 27, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 52 residential projects receive building approvals annually in Ormond - Glen Huntly, with a total of 261 properties approved over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 25 recorded so far during FY-26. With an average of 3.7 individuals moving to the area for every new home constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand is outstripping supply, which typically intensifies buyer competition and drives upward pressure on prices. Newly approved residences carry an average construction cost of $462,000, which is higher than regional averages and points to a focus on premium projects.
Additionally, commercial approvals of $7.2 million have been logged this financial year, suggesting that commercial development remains a secondary focus. Per capita building activity in Ormond - Glen Huntly runs at about 59% of the level seen across Greater Melbourne, placing it in the 44th percentile of all areas evaluated nationwide. This translates to fewer options for buyers, which helps sustain demand for established properties. Recent approvals consist of 15.0% detached houses and 85.0% townhouses or apartments. High-density designs offer more accessible price points and cater to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a notable shift away from the current housing stock (which is 33.0% houses), indicating a decline in available development sites and reflecting changing lifestyle demands and affordability constraints. The ratio of roughly 390 people per residential approval indicates a mature development market. Looking forward, the population of Ormond - Glen Huntly is projected to rise by 3,556 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If building activity continues at its current pace, the supply of new housing may fail to meet population growth, potentially heightening competition among prospective buyers and reinforcing price growth.
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AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ormond - Glen Huntly, worth an estimated $751 million. A further 154 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $21.6 billion. 32 are already under construction and 40 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are major influences on regional outcomes. AreaSearch has identified 27 projects with the potential to affect this area. Prominent examples include the DealCorp Ormond Station Development (Sky Tower), Caulfield Village (Precinct 3 West), the Gibson Developments North Road Apartments, and the Bentleigh Level Crossing Removal project, with details on the most relevant schemes provided below.
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DealCorp Ormond Station Development (Sky Tower)
Mixed-use build-to-rent development proposed above and adjacent to Ormond Station on the Frankston line. Revised plans lodged with the Victorian Department of Planning seek approval for 288 rental apartments rising to 10 storeys on North Road and 6 storeys toward the residential hinterland. The development also includes office space, a full-line supermarket, smaller retail tenancies, 514 car parks and 289 bicycle spaces. The concrete platform above the station has remained vacant since the North Road level crossing removal was completed in 2016.DealCorp director David Kobritz cited 50 per cent construction cost increases as the reason the original build-to-sell model was abandoned in favour of build-to-rent. Amended plans were lodged in 2024 and construction was hoped to begin in 2025 with completion targeted for 2027, subject to final planning permit approval.
Gibson Developments North Road Apartments
Mixed-use apartment project at the corner of North Road and Carlyon Street in Ormond. Original approval was for a six-storey building with 57 dwellings and ground-floor retail. Subsequent amendments reduced to 41 dwellings to meet BADS and later amendment B (April 2024) sought to increase to 52 dwellings with two additional levels, a rooftop communal area, facade/material changes, and an electronic promotion sign. As of Aug 18, 2025, the amendment appears under assessment with City of Glen Eira.
Bentleigh Level Crossing Removal
Removal of the Centre Road level crossing by lowering the Frankston Line into a trench and construction of a new fully accessible Bentleigh Station. Delivered as part of the statewide Level Crossing Removal Project, alongside removals at McKinnon and Ormond, to improve safety, reduce congestion and enhance local access for pedestrians and cyclists.
Laurel, Bentleigh (Bentleigh Club Redevelopment)
Redevelopment of the former Bentleigh Club site into Laurel, a Metro Property Development townhome project in Bentleigh. Now under construction and nearing completion, the project delivers 35 all-electric family townhomes across 4 and 5 bedroom layouts with two living zones, street frontage, deep backyards, double glazing, 7.5-star NatHERS ratings and 4.4kW solar systems. Architecture is by ClarkeHopkinsClarke with landscapes by MDG Landscape Architects, and the project is marketed by Marshall White Projects. Homes are priced from $1,595,000 with move-in expected in spring 2026.
419 North Road Townhouses
The site, a large 2,044sqm corner landholding in the General Residential Zone 1, was sold with an approved permit for 14 luxury townhouses. The original permit has since been extended, and there was a recent application (August 2024) to the Glen Eira City Council for proposed amendments to endorsed plans regarding perimeter and property dividing fences, suggesting the development is proceeding/active under a new owner/developer after the initial sale in 2021. The project had been noted as 'Abandoned' by some third-party sites, but the August 2024 planning amendment application indicates renewed activity.
East Village
A 1.25 billion dollar master-planned urban renewal precinct spanning 24 hectares. The project transforms a former industrial site into a sustainable mixed-use hub. It features approximately 3000 dwellings, 15000 sqm of retail, and 80000 sqm of commercial space. Assemble Communities and Make Ventures are delivering a 4.3-hectare portion dedicated to 940 build-to-rent apartments. The site includes the completed McKinnon Secondary College East Campus, a one-hectare central park, and a new town square area.
Walsh Grange Apartments
A permit-approved, 3-level boutique apartment project known as Walsh Grange, comprising 23 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments on a 1,254 sqm corner site in the General Residential Zone 1. The design is by Telha Clarke and is aimed at owner-occupiers, featuring large apartments, private courtyards for ground-floor units, and a focus on natural light and quality fittings. The approved site is currently For Sale via Expressions of Interest, suggesting the project is yet to commence construction.
Melbourne Racing Club Masterplan - Caulfield Racecourse
Multi-phase upgrade program at Caulfield Racecourse led by the Melbourne Racing Club. Phase 1, valued at $79 million and delivered by Kane Constructions, reached practical completion in early 2024 and was officially opened in March 2024. Works included a new 5,500 square metre timber administration building, centralised horse stalls, subterranean mounting yard, jockey facilities, revitalised entries and expanded lawn areas, and the Caulfield Heath inner racetrack. In January 2025 a fire caused significant damage to the heritage Norman Robinson Stand; the stand has since been repaired.The proposed $240 million Grand Pavilion grandstand was subsequently cancelled under the Kanga board. Current focus is on ongoing venue improvements including Rupert Clarke Stand upgrades, a new members deck and lounge, and remedial works responding to member feedback, with racing operations continuing throughout.
9,195 residents of Ormond - Glen Huntly are employed, from a labour force of 9,625. Unemployment sits at 4.5%, with participation at 73.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 11,998, about 79% 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 workforce of Ormond - Glen Huntly is highly educated, featuring a strong representation of professional services and an unemployment rate of 4.5%. As of March 2026, 9,195 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 0.3% lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while the workforce participation rate of 73.1% compares to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Census data indicates that 44.4% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure should be viewed in the context of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. The primary employment fields for local residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The area exhibits a strong concentration in professional & technical services, with a share of employment that is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction accounts for 5.8% of the local workforce, compared to the regional average of 9.7%. Comparison between the Census working population and resident population suggests that this highly residential suburb offers relatively few local jobs. AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month period, the local labor force contracted by 0.3% and employment fell by 0.8%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labor force expand by 2.3%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand within Ormond - Glen Huntly. These five- and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Weighted extrapolation of these projections suggests local employment in Ormond - Glen Huntly could rise by 7.1% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, assuming no localized population adjustments.
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Median household income in Ormond - Glen Huntly is $1,978 a week (about $103,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,013 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,568 a year against an average of $85,593. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics for the financial year 2023, resident incomes in the Ormond - Glen Huntly SA2 are exceptionally high by national standards, with a median of $63,568 and an average of $85,593. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a median income of $57,688 and an average of $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current income levels are estimated to be approximately $69,683 for the median and $93,827 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in Ormond - Glen Huntly around the 71st percentile nationally.
The largest income bracket contains 31.1% of residents (4,741 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which matches the regional trend where this bracket accounts for 32.8% of the population. A high-income group of 30.6% earns over $3,000 per week, indicating local affluence that supports retail activity. High accommodation costs absorb 16.1% of household earnings, but strong overall incomes keep disposable income at the 64th percentile, placing the area in the 8th decile of the SEIFA income index.
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Ormond - Glen Huntly had 5,461 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 33% detached houses and 37% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $391 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,153 a month. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Ormond - Glen Huntly consisted of 33.4% separate houses and 66.7% multi-unit dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, and other dwellings), which differs from the metropolitan Melbourne profile of 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was lower than the metropolitan average at 26.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (31.6%) or renting (41.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was higher than metropolitan Melbourne's average at $2,153, while the median weekly rent was $391, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390.
Locally, mortgage payments exceed the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the Australian average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ormond - Glen Huntly counted 5,461 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,342 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 62.1% of all households, consisting of 29.0% couples with children, 23.4% couples without children, and 8.6% single-parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 37.9%, with single-person households making up 31.9% and group households at 5.9%. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the average of 2.6 for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
53.8% of adults in Ormond - Glen Huntly hold a university qualification, including 33.1% with a bachelor degree and 16.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 88% of areas nationally. A further 10.7% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,044 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,106 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 Ormond - Glen Huntly achieve educational qualifications at rates well above average, with 53.8% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This provides the local workforce with a strong foundation for knowledge-based careers. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 33.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (16.3%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational pathways account for 21.2% of qualifications for residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (10.7%). Enrolment in education is high, with 30.4% of the population currently studying.
This includes 8.8% in tertiary institutions, 8.0% in primary schools, and 7.4% in secondary schools.
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Public transport in Ormond - Glen Huntly reaches 47 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 4,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 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 the public transport network shows 47 operational stops in Ormond - Glen Huntly, consisting of light rail and bus services. These stops are served by 8 routes, providing a total of 4,458 passenger trips weekly. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 204 meters from their nearest stop. Commuting patterns reflect the residential nature of the suburb, with most residents travelling out of the area; private vehicles are the primary mode at 68%, followed by trains at 19%. Car ownership averages 0.9 vehicles per household, which is below the regional average.
A total of 44.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. The average service frequency is 636 trips per day across all active routes, which represents approximately 94 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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74.3% of residents in Ormond - Glen Huntly report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 91% of areas nationally. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.0% 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 metrics reveal positive outcomes across Ormond - Glen Huntly, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, showing low rates of common health conditions across both younger and older cohorts. The rate of private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 62% of the population (9,452 people). This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded among local residents were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 7.7% and 7.0% of the population, respectively, while 74.3% reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Working-age residents show high health standards with low rates of illness. The suburb has 14.0% of residents aged 65 and older (2,134 people), which is below the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Senior residents enjoy above-average health outcomes, though they rank lower nationally than the younger local demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.0% of Ormond - Glen Huntly residents were born overseas and 38.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 85% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (18.2%) and Australian (15.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Ormond - Glen Huntly shows high levels of cultural diversity, with 38.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 44.0% born outside Australia. Christianity is the largest religion, representing 30.7% of the local population. Judaism shows a significant local concentration, accounting for 10.1% of residents, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 1.0%. The top ancestries reported in Ormond - Glen Huntly are English at 18.2%, Australian at 15.8%, and Other at 15.7%. The population also shows higher proportions of specific backgrounds, such as Polish at 2.2% (compared to 0.8% regionally), Russian at 2.1% (compared to 0.4%), and Hungarian at 0.6% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ormond - Glen Huntly is 35. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 35.9% 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 35 years in Ormond - Glen Huntly is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is represented at 22.0%, compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 5 - 14 demographic is lower at 8.8%. This concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 19.9% to 22.0% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group rose from 12.5% to 13.9%.
Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.4% to 10.8% and the 5 to 14 group decreased from 10.6% to 8.8%. Population projections for 2041 indicate demographic shifts, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow by 746 people (22%) from 3,360 to 4,107, while the 15 to 24 group is expected to increase by 2% (46 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ormond - Glen Huntly
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 |
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| 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) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| 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 13 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 134 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (13,128 at the 2021 Census → 15,246 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 (208021182). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.