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Pascoe Vale South has an estimated 10,934 residents, up from 10,390 at the 2021 Census — a change of 544 people, or 5.2%. Overseas migration accounts for 84.3% of that increase. That puts 3,657 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Pascoe Vale South stands at approximately 10,934 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 10,390 residents recorded during the 2021 Census, this indicates an expansion of 544 people (5.2%). This figure is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 10,907 as of June 2025 alongside 54 validated new addresses recorded following the Census. The suburb's population density sits at 3,656 persons per square kilometer, placing the community within the top quartile of national areas evaluated by AreaSearch. Net overseas migration has served as the primary contributor to demographic expansion, generating roughly 84.3% of total population gains in recent times.
Projections for each SA2 district applied by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline year. Where SA2 regions lack direct coverage, AreaSearch implements 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections adjusted via a weighted aggregation methodology translating LGA metrics to SA2 scales. Age-cohort growth trajectories derived from these aggregations are similarly projected across all regions from 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections place the area in the top quartile of statistical locations evaluated by AreaSearch, with the local populace projected to expand by 3,946 persons to 2041 according to the most recent annual ERP figures, denoting an overall rise of 35.8% across the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
230 new dwellings have been approved in Pascoe Vale South over the past five years, an average of 46 a year. That is 4.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 46 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 46% 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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Over the preceding 5 financial years, residential building approvals across Pascoe Vale South have averaged roughly 46 per annum, delivering a total of 230 homes. Across the 5 financial years spanning FY-22 to FY-26, construction activity has coincided with an average addition of only 0.3 new residents per dwelling each year. Consequently, housing additions are keeping level with or outpacing local demand, providing prospective buyers with extensive options and establishing headroom for demographic growth above current forecasts. Newly built residences show an average construction cost of $608,000, which sits moderately higher than regional benchmarks and reflects a focus on premium construction.
Meanwhile, commercial project approvals reached $2.4 million across the current financial year, highlighting that the neighborhood remains overwhelmingly residential. Building activity within Pascoe Vale South is considerably lower than the wider metropolitan standard, tracking 62.0% below the per-capita Greater Melbourne average. This restricted pipeline of new construction tends to sustain elevated buyer interest and asset values for established dwellings. Recent building activity is divided between 46.0% detached dwellings and 54.0% medium-to-high density formats such as townhouses and apartments. Such higher-density development delivers accessible price points catering to downsizers, property investors, and first-time purchasers. Given that traditional houses currently represent 80.0% of local stock, this represents a meaningful transition driven by diminishing greenfield opportunities, evolving lifestyle preferences, and rising requirements for varied and attainable housing types. Recording approximately 247 residents for each dwelling approval, Pascoe Vale South functions as a low-density precinct. According to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release, demographic forecasts indicate that Pascoe Vale South will gain 3,919 residents by 2041. Should current construction volumes persist, local housing availability could lag population expansion, which may intensify competition among prospective purchasers and reinforce upward momentum on property prices.
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Development applications around Pascoe Vale South
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects inside Pascoe Vale South, worth an estimated $302 million. A further 84 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.1 billion. 20 are already under construction and 30 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Major public initiatives, planning strategies, and local infrastructure projects play a critical role in shaping regional performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 20 key developments positioned to impact the precinct. Notable initiatives include the Napier Park Masterplan and Community Hub, York Street Park and Bell Street Land Sale, Pascoe Vale South, Tram Route 55 Power Substation, and the 320 Reynard Street Development, with key details provided below for the most significant works.
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Napier Park Masterplan and Community Hub
Program of works to protect and enhance Napier Park's heritage Plains Grassy Woodland and improve local community facilities in the Loeman Street precinct. Recent stages have focused on stormwater harvesting and a new vegetated swale to support the river red gums and improve water quality before flows reach Five Mile Creek and Moonee Ponds Creek. Future stages are expected to deliver further landscape upgrades, paths and open space improvements that support a future community hub and early years facilities for nearby families.
York Street Park and Bell Street Land Sale, Pascoe Vale South
Merri-bek City Council has delivered York Street Park on the Westgate Street portion of the former Bell Street site as part of its Park Close to Home program. The new local park opened to the community on 16 February 2026 and includes shaded play areas, shelter, seating and picnic tables, a grassed area, drinking fountain, paths, tree planting and recycled or sustainable materials where practical. Council is progressing the proposed sale of the Bell Street facing portion of the land for potential residential, retail, office or essential services use.
Love Sydney Road Beautification and Enhancement Program
An ongoing council-led program to clean up and beautify the Sydney Road shopping strip from Brunswick Road, Brunswick to Bell Street, Coburg - a 4-kilometre multicultural retail corridor. Activities include daily street cleaning Monday to Friday, graffiti removal from public infrastructure and buildings, a street furniture and infrastructure audit, shopfront improvement support for local traders, and new public murals through the RenuWall public art program. The Love Sydney Road StreetShow event in April 2025 engaged traders on shopfront presentation improvements.A new park, Michelle Guglielmo Park at 260 Sydney Road, was also delivered as part of the A Park Close to Home program.
Reynard Street Tram Substation
New electrical substation at 320 Reynard Street, Pascoe Vale South, delivering upgraded traction power to support tram Route 58 (the route that replaced and absorbed former Route 55 in 2017). The project includes a public consultation on the commercial-building shopfront facade design for the substation site, aimed at improving power reliability and capacity for the local tram network.
Tram Power Substation - 320 Reynard Street
New tram power substation by Department of Transport to support tram network capacity. Community consultation completed with 84% support for the location. Classified as minor utility under Victorian Planning Scheme.
Bell Street to Moreland Level Crossing Removal
Major infrastructure project removing dangerous level crossing at Bell Street and Moreland Road intersection. Construction of road bridge over railway line, improved traffic flow, enhanced pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, and upgraded public transport connectivity.
The Anderson Collection
Premium collection of 19 architecturally designed 3 and 4 bedroom townhomes by Branson Group. Located on former ballet school site, featuring modern architecture with geometric forms and gentle curves. Includes landscaped central garden, edible garden, BBQ facilities and curated retail experiences.
299 Pascoe Vale Road Mixed-Use Precinct
Approved mixed-use precinct at 299-311 Pascoe Vale Road, Essendon. The scheme is planned around the 20-minute neighbourhood concept and includes a six-storey mixed-use first stage with about 25000 sqm of retail, supermarkets, food and beverage premises, cinema and entertainment uses, gym, medical, veterinary, childcare, office and major basement car parking. A later residential stage is planned as two buildings ranging from about seven storeys on Pascoe Vale Road to about eleven storeys near the rail corridor.The design includes a green plaza, pedestrian-friendly streetscape, solar PV, rainwater harvesting and EV charging.
6,337 residents of Pascoe Vale South are employed, from a labour force of 6,640. Unemployment sits at 4.6%, with participation at 73.3%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 8,331, about 76% 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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Pascoe Vale South boasts a highly educated labor force, with professional services being strongly represented. The area recorded an unemployment rate of 4.6% and experienced an estimated employment growth of 3.7% during the previous year. As of March 2026, 6,337 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate stood at 0.2% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. Workforce participation in Pascoe Vale South was fairly standard at 73.3%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.1%. Census data indicated that a high 41.1% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting these figures.
Local workers are predominantly engaged across health care & social assistance, education & training, along with professional & technical fields. Notably, concentration within education & training is pronounced, with local representation reaching 1.3 times the regional standard. Conversely, manufacturing comprises a smaller share of the local base, accounting for 5.1% of working residents in Pascoe Vale South compared to 7.2% across Greater Melbourne. Comparison between the resident population and the Census working population indicates that this largely residential enclave provides a limited volume of employment within its immediate borders. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM figures shows that over a 12-month timeframe, local employment expanded by 3.7% while the labour force grew by 3.8%, resulting in a steady jobless rate. Over the identical timeframe across Greater Melbourne, employment grew by 2.1%, the workforce expanded by 2.3%, and the unemployment rate increased by 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking employment estimates published by Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context regarding long-term labour demand relevant to Pascoe Vale South. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, are mapped to local industry concentrations to evaluate future expansion. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, industry-specific trends vary substantially. Weighting these projections against Pascoe Vale South's industry distribution indicates local job opportunities could rise by 6.7% across five years and 13.8% across ten years (this represents an illustrative weighted extrapolation that excludes localized demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Pascoe Vale South is $2,245 a week (about $117,000 a year), with median personal income at $954 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,946 a year against an average of $79,526. 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-based ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place personal earnings in the Pascoe Vale South SA2 among the highest across the country, showing a median income of $65,946 and an average of $79,526. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a median income of $57,688 and an average of $75,164. Factoring in a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 stand at roughly $72,290 for median earnings and $87,176 for the average. Across personal, family, and household levels, 2021 Census records position local income figures between the 74th and 80th percentiles nationwide.
The dominant earnings bracket comprises 30.4% of the population (3,323 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring broader metropolitan patterns where 32.8% fall within this band. Furthermore, 36.2% of individuals earn in excess of $3,000 per week, reflecting affluent cohorts supporting the local economy. After servicing accommodation outlays, households retain 87.0% of their earnings, demonstrating strong disposable income and placing the suburb in the 8th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Pascoe Vale South had 3,734 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 9% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $421 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 18.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.3%. 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 local housing mix in Pascoe Vale South was divided between 80.4% houses and 19.6% other dwellings (encompassing apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), whereas Melbourne metro recorded 67.9% houses alongside 32.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership reached 37.7%, substantially exceeding the metropolitan standard, while remaining residences were categorized as mortgaged (37.9%) or rented (24.4%). Median monthly mortgage costs sat above the metropolitan level of $2,000 at $2,167, and weekly median rent stood at $421 compared to $390 across Melbourne metro. In a nationwide context, mortgage commitments in Pascoe Vale South significantly outstrip the Australian average of $1,863, with rental costs likewise exceeding the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Pascoe Vale South counted 3,734 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,930 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 80% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the predominant living arrangement at 74.2% of all households, consisting of couples with children (40.6%), couples without children (22.6%), and single parent families (9.7%). Non-family living situations account for the other 25.8%, made up of lone person households (21.6%) and group households (4.1%). The suburb exhibits an average household size of 2.7 people, marginally exceeding the Greater Melbourne figure of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
40.0% of adults in Pascoe Vale South hold a university qualification, including 25.6% with a bachelor degree and 9.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.0% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,212 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,038 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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Tertiary educational attainment presents an area for growth locally, as university degree attainment stands at 40.0%, lagging behind the SA4 regional benchmark of 57.1%. This gap highlights key potential for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees form the largest segment at 25.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.8% and graduate diplomas at 4.6%. Among individuals aged 15+, vocational qualifications account for 24.4% of credentials, comprising certificates (14.0%) and advanced diplomas (10.4%). Community engagement in education is strong, with 30.1% of the population actively enrolled in study. This includes 9.8% participating in primary education, 8.0% attending secondary education, and 6.7% undertaking tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Pascoe Vale South reaches 41 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 6,400 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 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Local public transit infrastructure includes 41 active transport stops throughout Pascoe Vale South, encompassing a network of buses and lightrail. These stops are integrated into 11 distinct transit routes that generate 6,444 weekly passenger journeys. Commuter access is well-served, with residents situated an average distance of 203 meters from their nearest transit node. Due to the area's residential profile, outward commuting is standard: driving remains the leading mode of travel at 82%, while rail transit accounts for 6% and cycling represents 2%. Average motor vehicle ownership is 1.4 per household.
Furthermore, 41.1% of employed locals worked remotely according to the 2021 Census, a figure shaped by pandemic conditions. Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 920 trips per day, delivering roughly 157 weekly trips per individual stop.
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71.9% of residents in Pascoe Vale South report no long-term health condition. 6.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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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Pascoe Vale South displays favorable general health benchmarks based on AreaSearch evaluations of chronic condition incidence and mortality statistics. While common medical conditions remain infrequent across the wider populace, higher rates are observed among elderly and vulnerable groups. Concurrently, private health insurance coverage is notably strong, held by approximately 58% of all residents (~6,385 people). Asthma and mental health issues represent the most prevalent diagnoses locally, documented among 7.5% and 7.7% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 71.9% of community members reported no chronic medical ailments, closely matching the 72.6% benchmark observed across Greater Melbourne.
The working-age cohort demonstrates strong health profiles with minimal long-term conditions. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 15.0% of the populace (1,635 people), and while health outcomes in this demographic present distinct needs, their national standing remains lower than that of the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Pascoe Vale South is largely Australian-born, at 76.6% of residents, with 29.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (17.4%) and Australian (17.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Pascoe Vale South exceeds that of most comparable areas, with 23.4% of residents born overseas and 29.3% speaking a language other than English in their households. Christianity constitutes the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 57.0% of the local community compared to 43.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at parental country of birth, the primary ancestries across Pascoe Vale South are English (17.4%), Australian (17.0%), and Italian (17.0%), with Italian background notably exceeding the regional proportion of 5.2%. Distinct concentrations of other cultural groups are also evident: Greek ancestry accounts for 8.4% locally (versus 2.7% regionally), while Maltese and Lebanese ancestries each represent 1.7% (compared to 1.1% and 0.8% across the broader region, respectively).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Pascoe Vale South is 39. 26.2% 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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Demographic age distributions in Pascoe Vale South closely follow Greater Melbourne, with the most notable variation across the four primary age brackets being 5.2 percentage points. The median age stands at an estimated 39 as at August 2026, mirroring the 2021 Census and exceeding the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded at that time. By 2041, individuals aged 45 - 64 are projected to absorb the greatest share of population gains, increasing by 1,370 residents (46%) to reach 4,377. On a percentage basis, the senior and aged demographic (65+) will experience the fastest expansion, rising 78% to reach 2,912 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Pascoe Vale South
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 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 last 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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 14 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 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 54 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,390 at the 2021 Census → 10,934 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 (206011109). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.