Pearcedale - Tooradin

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Greater Melbourne / Casey - South

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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Pearcedale - Tooradin has an estimated 8,274 residents, up from 8,024 at the 2021 Census — a change of 250 people, or 3.1%. Density is about 84 people per 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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As of Aug 2026, the estimated population of Pearcedale - Tooradin stands at approximately 8,274 according to AreaSearch research. Compared to the 8,024 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this indicates an expansion of 250 people (3.1%). This calculation incorporates the ABS estimated resident population figure of 8,272 recorded as of June 2025, alongside 33 validated new addresses identified following the Census. The local population density is currently 84 persons per square kilometer, offering generous space per resident as well as capacity for subsequent expansion. Natural growth served as the primary demographic driver recently, accounting for roughly 74.6% of total population additions.

Population projections produced by AreaSearch incorporate SA2-level modeling published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 (anchored to 2022). Where specific SA2 locations lack coverage, figures are derived from 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections via a population-growth weighted aggregation process from LGA to SA2 divisions. Age-group specific growth rates from these aggregations are further projected for all localities across 2032 to 2041. Over the coming years, local population gains are projected to track slightly below the national statistical area median, with the community expected to expand by 452 persons by 2041 under the most recent annual ERP metrics, translating to an aggregate gain of 5.4% across the 16 years.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Total population for the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 was estimated to be approximately 8,274 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,272 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 changed since 2021?
The pearcedale - tooradin sa2 has added approximately 250 people and shown a 3.12% increase from the 8,024 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The population density in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is estimated at 84 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.5% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Population growth in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (74.6%), Overseas migration (25.4%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 74.6% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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90 new dwellings have been approved in Pearcedale - Tooradin over the past five years, an average of 18 a year. That is 2.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. 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 Pearcedale - Tooradin have averaged roughly 18 annually, amounting to 90 homes over the preceding 5 financial years. Between FY-22 and FY-26, the area saw an influx averaging 1.5 people per year for every home constructed over the past 5 financial years, signaling a steady balance between supply and demand that fosters market stability; however, this ratio climbed to 4.5 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, highlighting growing buyer demand and emerging inventory pressures. The average construction cost for new residences is $454,000.

In addition, $1.6 million in commercial building approvals was registered during this financial year, underscoring an emphasis primarily on housing development. Dwelling construction in Pearcedale - Tooradin remains subdued relative to Greater Melbourne, tracking 84.0% below regional average per person. A limited volume of new residential completions generally bolsters valuation and demand for established dwellings. Construction rates also sit below the national benchmark, reflecting the mature character of the area alongside possible planning constraints. Standalone houses comprise 94.0% of recent approvals, while townhouses or apartments constitute 6.0%, reinforcing the traditional low-density neighborhood fabric centered on family residences with generous yard space. An estimated ratio of 571 people in the area per dwelling approval underscores the calm, low-scale nature of local property development. Demographic forecasts indicate that Pearcedale - Tooradin will add 450 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly calculation from AreaSearch. Current volumes of home construction appear sufficient to absorb this influx, fostering supportive conditions for purchasers while offering room for residential expansion beyond existing projections.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 area has seen 29 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's current population of 8,274 has been supported by 18 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's development activity compare to the broader region?
The Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 has seen 0.22 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.86 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 571 people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, compared to one for every 121 in the broader region.
Is the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 450 people by 2041, around 150 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 18, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is expected to grow by 450 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 150 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Over the past five years, the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 has grown by approximately 1,334 people, while 90 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 14.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 18 approvals per year and a population of 8,274, the market appears to be adequately supplied relative to projected housing demand in recent years, suggesting that developers should have a longer-term approach when considering new projects. With the population expected to increase by 450 people by 2041, around 150 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
Approvals Pipeline Development applications near Pearcedale - Tooradin

Development applications around Pearcedale - Tooradin

Development approvals is a new addition to AreaSearch. We’re actively expanding council coverage and refining the dataset — details and statuses for some councils may be partial. Check back regularly for the latest pipeline.
Application search is not available in Victoria. AreaSearch holds 10 applications for Pearcedale - Tooradin, but they are a record of past activity rather than a current register. Victoria has no state-wide planning portal and its council coverage is uneven, so we have switched the search off here rather than return partial answers. We are currently investigating a solution. No credits are charged for Victorian applications, and building approvals from the ABS and the major projects we track are unaffected.

SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.

Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Pearcedale - Tooradin, worth an estimated $21 million. A further 198 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $42.9 billion. 70 are already under construction and 88 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.

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Infrastructure upgrades, major planning policies, and development projects exert a fundamental influence over local community performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 5 key initiatives expected to shape the district. Notable developments include the Yaringa Boat Harbour Expansion, Botanic Ridge Estate, Western Port Highway Upgrade, and Western Port Highway Upgrade, with the most significant projects outlined below.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 include: Yaringa Boat Harbour Expansion (Planning); Botanic Ridge Estate (Completed); Western Port Highway Upgrade (Approved); Western Port Highway Upgrade (Completed); and Cranbourne West Secondary College (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Infrastructure development impacting the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Ports, Marinas, Fisheries & Aquaculture, and Residential Development, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $2.3 billion in projects that will impact the extended area.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 33rdth percentile.
Warneet Boating Precinct Upgrades
Category: Ports, Marinas, Fisheries & Aquaculture
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2027
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Infrastructure upgrades across the Warneet Boating Precinct on Western Port, including the replacement of the Warneet South and North jetties, boat ramp and pontoon extensions, and improvements to car and trailer parking facilities to enhance marine safety and accessibility.

Ports, Marinas, Fisheries & Aquaculture

Somerville to Baxter Peninsula Trail - Shared User Path
Category: Social Infrastructure
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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The Somerville to Baxter section of the Peninsula Trail is a key missing link off-road shared user path connecting Baxter Railway Station to Somerville along the Stony Point rail corridor. Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, with Victorian Government funding, is delivering a 3-metre-wide sealed path, level crossing upgrades, solar lighting, and native revegetation. Construction works are actively progressing across staged sections.

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Devon Meadows Local Convenience Centre and Parks Network
Category: Retail
Stage: Pre-Approval | Est. Comp: 2028
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The City of Casey and the Victorian Planning Authority are planning the Devon Meadows Local Convenience Centre and integrated parks network. The development delivers local retail tenancies, community health spaces, neighborhood playgrounds, and interconnected conservation reserves. It provides vital social infrastructure and commercial amenities to support urban development across the Devon Meadows growth precinct.

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Summerhill Estate
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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Summerhill is a boutique masterplanned residential community developed by Peet Limited in Botanic Ridge[cite: 1]. Situated adjacent to the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, the project delivers premium residential lots ranging in size from 600 sqm to 990 sqm[cite: 1]. Civil construction and stage-by-stage land deliveries are underway with progressive completions scheduled through 2027[cite: 1].

Residential Development

South Gippsland Highway and Clyde-Five Ways Road Intersection Upgrade
Category: Transport & Logistics
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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Major road infrastructure upgrade along the South Gippsland Highway regional corridor delivering new signalised intersections, drainage improvements, pavement renewal, new kerbs, and upgraded public lighting to enhance regional road safety.

Transport & Logistics

Clyde South Precinct Structure Plan
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2038
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A 1,057-hectare strategic greenfield growth area being planned by the Victorian Planning Authority to deliver up to 12,000 future homes, employment space, local parks, and transport links.

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BAPS Hindu Maha-Mandir Precinct
Category: Arts & Culture
Stage: Under Assessment | Est. Comp: 2028
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A major 44-hectare spiritual, cultural, and community precinct featuring the Akshardham Maha-Mandir place of worship, welcome and administration centres, congregation facilities, exhibition space, thematic gardens, and 1,500 car parking spaces.

Arts & Culture

Botanic Ridge Village Stage 2 Expansion
Category: Retail
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2027
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Stage 2 commercial and retail expansion of Botanic Ridge Village located at 10 Hummingbird Drive. The development introduces a 24/7 Snap Fitness gym and specialty retail and service tenancies situated between Bluebird Early Education and BlueFit Swim School.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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4,834 residents of Pearcedale - Tooradin are employed, from a labour force of 4,979. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 73.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,839, about 83% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.

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The local labour market in Pearcedale - Tooradin features a blend of blue-collar and white-collar roles, with building trades being especially prominent, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.9% and an estimated 4.8% increase in employment over the preceding year. As of March 2026, the working resident headcount reached 4,834, with local joblessness sitting 1.9% below the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, accompanied by a solid participation rate of 73.8% (compared with 70.1% across Greater Melbourne). Census findings showed that 17.6% of workers worked remotely, although this may have been shaped by Covid-19 restrictions.

Resident employment is concentrated primarily in construction, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. The local workforce exhibits substantial specialization in construction trades, where employment representation is 2.2 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 4.0% of local jobs versus 10.1% across the broader region. Comparison of the Census working population against resident workforce totals points to limited volumes of local job opportunities. Analysis by AreaSearch using ABS and SALM figures shows that over the twelve months to March 2026, employment grew by 4.8% while the local workforce expanded by 4.5%, leading to a 0.3 percentage points decrease in the jobless rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw job numbers grow by 2.1% and the labour pool rise by 2.3%, alongside a 0.2 percentage points lift in unemployment. Additional guidance regarding forward labour requirements is provided by national projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26. These five- and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with local industry representation to evaluate future expansion paths. Nationally, employment is anticipated to climb by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, though trajectories vary by industry. Applying these sector weights to the local workforce suggests Pearcedale - Tooradin employment could rise by 6.0% over five years and 12.5% over ten years (noting that this represents an illustrative weighted extrapolation rather than a localized population forecast).

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What is the employment situation in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
As of March 2026, the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 has approximately 4,834 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 stands at 2.9%, which is 1.9 percentage points below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The employment landscape in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (21.7% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.2%), and manufacturing (9.1%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
How has employment changed recently in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Over the past year to March 2026, the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fall. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
What is the workforce participation rate in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The workforce participation rate in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is 73.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
Which industries are over-represented in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's employment market?
The pearcedale - tooradin sa2 shows notable specialization in construction, which employs 21.7% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% regionally. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
What are the employment growth prospects for the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.0% over the next five years and 12.5% over ten years. This compares to national growth expectations of 6.6% over five years. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compare nationally?
The pearcedale - tooradin sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 8.9% decline, ranking 34.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, with skilled sectors accounting for 25.8% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (12.2%), education & training (7.7%), and professional & technical (4.0%). With projected employment growth of 6.0% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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Median household income in Pearcedale - Tooradin is $1,895 a week (about $99,000 a year), with median personal income at $793 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,797 a year against an average of $67,205. 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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Taxpayer earnings in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 track closely with nationwide benchmarks based on ATO figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Among local taxpayers, median earnings reached $55,797 while the mean income stood at $67,205, compared to Greater Melbourne metrics of $57,688 and $75,164, respectively. Accounting for a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated figures as of March 2026 are estimated at approximately $61,165 (median) and $73,670 (average). In the 2021 Census, individual, family, and household earnings situated the area around the 53rd percentile nationally.

The most common income tier is the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, containing 37.2% of residents (3,077 people), closely aligning with the 32.8% regional proportion. Residual income following housing costs stands at 85.4%, placing the community in the 5th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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What is the median taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is approximately $61,165. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $55,797.
What is the average taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is approximately $73,670. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $67,205.
How does the median taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is approximately $61,165 compared to $63,238 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $55,797 and $57,688 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is approximately $73,670 compared to $82,395 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $67,205 and $75,164 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~37.2% / 3,077 persons) of the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.2% of the population. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is $1,895/wk.
What is the median family income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is $2,126/wk.
What is the median personal income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is $793/wk.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's income rank nationally?
The Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's income level is approximately average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's median income among taxpayers is $55,797 and the average income stands at $67,205, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $61,165 (median) and $73,670 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The estimated disposable income in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is $7,009 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's disposable income compare to the region?
The pearcedale - tooradin sa2's disposable income is $7,009 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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Pearcedale - Tooradin had 2,693 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 1% apartments. 54% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,901 a month. Rent absorbs 19.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.1%. 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 local housing stock in Pearcedale - Tooradin was overwhelmingly composed of separate houses at 98.3%, with apartments, semi-detached properties, and other dwelling forms accounting for 1.7%, in stark contrast to Melbourne metro figures of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright homeownership was significantly elevated compared to the metropolitan standard at 35.0%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 53.7% and rental accommodations represented 11.3%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,901 (below the Melbourne metro benchmark of $2,000), and weekly median rent was $370 (below the metropolitan figure of $390).

Against nationwide benchmarks, local mortgage commitments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas local rental costs sit under the national figure of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
In the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, 35.0% of homes are owned outright, 53.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.3% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 are houses?
According to the latest data, 98.3% of dwellings in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 are apartments or units?
In the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, 1.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Outright home ownership in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 stands at 35.0%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is $1,901, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median weekly rent in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The median weekly rent in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is $370, compared to $390 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
In the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, 1.5% of rentals are $0-149/week, 37.9% are $150-349/week, 57.2% are $350-649/week, 1.9% are $650-949/week, and 1.5% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is $1,202, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
In the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.5% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.1% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% regionally), while renters spend 19.5% of income on rent (vs 20.5% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The dwelling mix in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 consists of 98.3% detached houses, 0.4% semi-detached dwellings, 1.2% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Factoring in the ownership distribution, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,202. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $1,901/month, and renters paying $1,602/month.
How affordable is housing in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 relative to local incomes?
Housing in Pearcedale - Tooradin consumes approximately 14.6% of median household income ($8,205 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Recent development applications in Pearcedale - Tooradin show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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Pearcedale - Tooradin counted 2,693 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 79% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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The domestic landscape is predominantly composed of family households, which represent 80.3% of the total, broken down into couples with offspring (39.7%), couples without children (29.4%), and single-parent homes (9.9%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 19.7%, comprising single-person households at 17.7% and group dwellings at 1.9%. The typical household contains 2.8 people, surpassing the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
As of the 2021 Census, the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 had 2,693 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.1% to an estimated 2,777 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 80.3% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (17.7%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.3%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 2,162 family households, 39.7% are couples with children, 29.4% are couples without children at home, and 9.9% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.3% (versus 70.9% regionally). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.7% compared to the regional 24.8%. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Marriage patterns reveal 49.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.6% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 17.7% of all households in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, notably lower than the regional average of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.9% of households, well below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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13.4% of adults in Pearcedale - Tooradin hold a university qualification, including 9.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 34.2% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,003 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,007 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 development in the locality, with 13.4% of residents holding university degrees compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%, highlighting a key focus area for future education programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications represent 9.3%, graduate diplomas make up 2.1%, and postgraduate awards comprise 2.0%. Vocational and trade education is strongly represented, with 44.4% of residents aged 15 and above possessing technical credentials, including certificates (34.2%) and advanced diplomas (10.2%). Participation in study is robust, with 28.3% of the community actively engaged in formal schooling or coursework.

This cohort includes 10.6% attending primary school, 8.3% enrolled in secondary education, and 3.0% undertaking tertiary studies.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 have university qualifications?
13.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 have no formal qualifications?
42.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% regionally.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's education level compare to national averages?
The pearcedale - tooradin sa2 ranks in the 42th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The most common qualifications in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 are: Certificate (34.2%), Advanced Diploma (10.2%), Bachelor Degree (9.3%).
What proportion of the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's population is currently attending educational institutions?
28.3% of the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 10.6% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, 3.0% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 is 1007, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
How many schools are located within the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
There are 3 schools within the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,003 students.
What types of schools are available in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The pearcedale - tooradin sa2 includes 3 primary schools.

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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Public transport in Pearcedale - Tooradin reaches 47 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 400 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.

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Public transit infrastructure within Pearcedale - Tooradin includes 47 active transport stops operating bus services across 4 separate routes, generating 1,283 weekly passenger trips in total. Accessibility across the network is favorable, with the typical resident residing 396 meters from their closest transit stop. Because the district functions predominantly as a residential community, outward travel is standard, with private motor vehicles serving as the dominant commuting choice at 96%. Vehicle ownership stands at 2.2 vehicles per household, exceeding regional figures. In addition, 17.6% of the workforce worked from home according to the 2021 Census (which may reflect COVID-19 travel restrictions).

Transit services operate at an average rate of 183 trips each day across the collective network, which translates to roughly 27 weekly trips per transport stop.

Frequently Asked Questions - Transport

How many public transport stops are in Pearcedale - Tooradin?
There are 47 public transport stops within the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2.
How frequent are the transport services in Pearcedale - Tooradin?
the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 has 1,283 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 183 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Pearcedale - Tooradin?
On average, residential properties are 396 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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67.7% of residents in Pearcedale - Tooradin report no long-term health condition. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.

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Health indicators across Pearcedale - Tooradin compare favorably with broader standards, as AreaSearch analyses of chronic disease rates and mortality show low illness levels in the broader community and rates consistent with national averages among older, vulnerable residents. Private health insurance uptake slightly outpaces the typical SA2, covering approximately 53% of all residents (~4,352 people), compared with 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Arthritis and asthma represent the most widespread chronic ailments locally, affecting 8.9 and 8.8% of the populace, respectively, whereas 67.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.

Working-age locals demonstrate higher-than-average rates of long-term health issues. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 18.7% of the community (1,548 people), exceeding the 15.1% regional level. While health measures for local seniors exceed average marks, their relative standing is lower nationally than that of the wider local population.

Frequently Asked Questions - Health

How many people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 have private health insurance?
Around 52.6% of people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.7% in the broader region of Greater Melbourne.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
In the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, 4.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
8.8% of people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Diabetes affects 3.7% of the the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
3.7% of people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Melbourne, 3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2, 52.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.7%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Pearcedale - Tooradin

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Pearcedale - Tooradin is largely Australian-born, at 87.7% of residents, with 3.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.9%) and English (32.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Cultural diversity in Pearcedale - Tooradin is relatively low compared to wider benchmarks, with Australian-born residents making up 87.7% of the community, 90.6% holding Australian citizenship, and 96.3% communicating exclusively in English at home. Christianity constitutes the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 40.6% of residents. Conversely, Islamic representation is 0.4%, which is noticeably lower than the Greater Melbourne regional figure of 5.6%. Regarding ancestral heritage based on parental country of birth, the three most prominent backgrounds are Australian at 32.9% (considerably above the 18.4% regional proportion), English at 32.7% (exceeding the 20.1% Greater Melbourne rate), and Scottish at 7.6%.

Variances are also visible across other cultural heritages, including Dutch at 2.6% (compared to 1.2% regionally), Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%), and Serbian at 0.4% (vs 0.4%).

Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity

What is the level of cultural diversity in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
Pearcedale - Tooradin was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.7% of its population born in Australia, 90.6% being citizens, and 96.3% speaking English only at home.
What is the most common religion in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
The main religion in Pearcedale - Tooradin was found to be Christianity, which makes up 40.6% of people in Pearcedale - Tooradin. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 0.4% of the population, substantially lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%.
What are the top countries of origin in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Pearcedale - Tooradin are Australian, comprising 32.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 18.4%, English, comprising 32.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 20.1%, and Scottish, comprising 7.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 2.6% of Pearcedale - Tooradin (vs 1.2% regionally), Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%) and Serbian at 0.4% (vs 0.4%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
12.3% of the the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% regionally.
What percentage of the the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 population speaks a language other than English at home?
3.7% of the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in the wider region.
How many people in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 identify as Australian Aboriginal?
0.9% of the the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
90.6% of the the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Pearcedale - Tooradin

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The median resident of Pearcedale - Tooradin is 40. 23.1% 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 Pearcedale - Tooradin align closely with metropolitan trends, with the largest divergence across the four broad life stages measuring 8.3 percentage points relative to Greater Melbourne. AreaSearch places the median age at 40 as at August 2026, mirroring the figure from the 2021 Census and remaining 3 years older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded during that Census. The proportion of senior and retired residents (65+) has risen from 15.7% at the Census to an estimated 18.7%. Forecasts to 2041 suggest older cohorts will drive most population growth, adding 560 residents (36%) to reach a total of 2,108, while younger adults, children, and early-to-mid career age brackets are projected to experience contractions.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 at 40 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Pearcedale - Tooradin is 3 years older than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 13.9% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.8% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
Yes, certain age groups in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 show significant variance compared to the Greater Melbourne region. The most over-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (11.0% vs 7.9%) and 55-64 year-olds (13.9% vs 10.3%).
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.4% of the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.7% of the population in the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 as at August 2026.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Pearcedale - Tooradin

Data currency Refreshed

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 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 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 — 33 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (8,024 at the 2021 Census → 8,274 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 (212031308). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

Why can the Pearcedale - Tooradin SA2 boundary differ from the suburb boundary?
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
Where does the data on this Pearcedale - Tooradin page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Pearcedale - Tooradin data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Sep 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and services & amenities (Sep 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Sep 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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