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Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff has an estimated 6,053 residents, up from 5,519 at the 2021 Census — a change of 534 people, or 9.7%. Growth has averaged 3.4% a year over five years. 181 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 87.1% of that increase. Density is about 98 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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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count for Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff stands at roughly 6,053 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 534 people (9.7%) compared to the 5,519 people recorded during the 2021 Census. Such demographic movement is calculated by pairing the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 6,053 with 181 validated new addresses registered following the Census. The local population density sits at 98 persons per square kilometer, indicating generous living space alongside opportunities for prospective building. Outpacing both Rest of Vic.
(4.4%) and its broader SA4 region, Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff's 9.7% post-2021 census expansion establishes it as a notable regional growth focal point. Inbound interstate migration served as the core catalyst, generating roughly 87.1% of recent population additions. Projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (using 2022 as a baseline) form the foundation of AreaSearch's SA2 modeling. Where local SA2 figures are absent, AreaSearch integrates 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA forecasts, adjusting figures through weighted aggregation from LGA down to SA2 geographic tiers. Between 2032 and 2041, age-specific growth rates derived from these aggregations are applied uniformly. Long-term forecasting positions the locality within the highest quartile among non-metropolitan Australian regions, with current annual ERP figures indicating an expected expansion of 1,800 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative rise of 29.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
410 new dwellings have been approved in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff over the past five years, an average of 82 a year. That places the area in the 84th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 14 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 82 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 95% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential planning permissions in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff have run at an annual rate of roughly 82 dwellings, totaling 410 homes sanctioned across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Over this identical period (between FY-22 and FY-26), an average influx of 2.3 new residents per dwelling each year points to sustained residential demand capable of bolstering asset values. New residential construction averages $759,000 per dwelling, highlighting an emphasis by builders on high-end, premium housing stock. Furthermore, commercial building authorizations totaling $30.0 million have been lodged during this financial year, underscoring substantial commercial capital commitment.
Relative to Rest of Vic., per-capita residential construction in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff tracks at a comparable pace, aligning with regional market conditions despite a recent moderation in building volume. These rates noticeably exceed national figures, reflecting pronounced developer appetite for the district. Detached houses constitute 95.0% of recent builds while medium and high-density formats represent 5.0%, preserving the neighborhood's low-density footprint and emphasizing spacious homes tailored for families. Yielding roughly 120 people per approval, Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff exhibits the attributes of an expanding residential enclave. Looking forward, the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate indicates that Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff will expand by 1,800 residents through to 2041. Ongoing building volumes appear well-positioned to satisfy incoming residential demand, creating favorable buyer dynamics and potentially accommodating growth beyond baseline projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff, worth an estimated $39 million. A further 103 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.3 billion. 39 are already under construction and 42 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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Local capital works, major projects, and urban planning decisions play a defining role in shaping community development. AreaSearch has pinpointed 13 key initiatives anticipated to influence Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff. Prominent works include the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse Reserve Restoration and Revitalisation, the Coles Supermarket Point Lonsdale development, the Queenscliff Feeder Main Replacement and Upgrade, as well as the Murray Rd, Queenscliff scheme, with key relevant initiatives outlined below.
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Point Lonsdale Lighthouse Reserve Restoration and Revitalisation
A restoration and revitalisation of the heritage-listed Point Lonsdale Lighthouse Reserve. The project includes all-abilities pathways, restoration of the World War Directing and Ranging Station and Eastern Searchlight, lighthouse surrounds improvements, and mains power upgrades. Completion is anticipated in the 2026-2027 financial year.
Queenscliff Feeder Main Replacement and Upgrade
Barwon Water is planning the upgrade and replacement of the aging Queenscliff feeder water main pipeline along the Bellarine Highway, Fellows Road, and Flinders Street into Queenscliff. The project will enhance regional water supply security, increase capacity for peak summer periods, and minimize service interruptions across the Borough of Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. Construction is targeted to commence in 2026 across multiple delivery stages.
Coles Supermarket Point Lonsdale
Coles Group is pursuing a pre-application consultation with the Victorian Minister for Planning for a full-line supermarket (3,000+ sqm), a Liquorland outlet, and an open car park on a 1.93 hectare site at 2341-2349 Bellarine Highway, Swan Bay, at the gateway to Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff. Coles purchased the land in April 2025. The $20 million proposal is being assessed under the state's Development Facilitation Program (DFP), which makes the Minister for Planning the responsible authority and bypasses normal municipal planning processes and VCAT appeal rights.No formal planning application had been lodged as of April 2026, though community groups understand Coles is preparing one. The project faces sustained opposition from the City of Greater Geelong, the Borough of Queenscliffe, the local state MP, and a community group (STOP) whose petition has drawn over 4,600 signatures. Objectors cite conflict with the Point Lonsdale Structure Plan (2009), which nominates the site for tourism/accommodation use rather than retail, proximity to the Ramsar-listed Swan Bay wetlands, and the Bellarine Peninsula Distinctive Area and Landscape Statement of Planning Policy. A disputed amendment (VC245) altered the Structure Plan wording in February 2026. In March 2026 the two councils jointly began a review of Point Lonsdale planning controls in response to the debate.
The Point
An award-winning residential estate in Point Lonsdale featuring architecturally designed coastal-inspired homes set within an environment sensitive to its natural assets, including waterways and conservation areas, with a focus on environmental sustainability and community living. The development has reached practical completion with only the final lots of land, house and land, and townhomes available for sale.
Point Lonsdale Bike Park
Development of a bike park adjacent to the existing skate park, featuring a 105m asphalt track for all skill levels and a 125m asphalt jumps track for experienced riders. The design also includes a park shelter and red safety lines/signage. Project progress is contingent on securing grant funding through the State Government Local Sports and Infrastructure Fund and securing required land use consents. The detailed design is complete, and tender documentation for construction is being prepared.If funding is successful, construction is anticipated to begin mid-2025.
Murray Rd, Queenscliff
A waterfront development opportunity for a 13-lot residential development endorsed by council.
Point Lonsdale Surf Life Saving Club Redevelopment
Construction of a new triangular, two-storey surf life saving club facility that replaced the original 70-year-old building. The clubhouse features amenities, storage, multi-purpose rooms, a bar, commercial kitchen, a corner kiosk, and expansive decks. It was designed by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects to meet bushfire rating requirements and foster community engagement, with a large public lawn and terraced decking facing Ocean Road.
Hesse Street South Redevelopment
Streetscape upgrades to Hesse Street south of King Street, including undergrounding power lines, improved street lighting and drainage, creating extra parking spaces, and planting new trees. Aims to make the street safer for cars and pedestrians while improving visual appeal.
2,535 residents of Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff are employed, from a labour force of 2,586. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 48.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff is characterized by high educational attainment and prominent representation across essential service industries, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.0%. Data from March 2026 shows 2,535 employed residents, with local joblessness tracking 1.7% lower than the 3.7% benchmark in Regional Vic. However, labor force participation remains muted at 48.5%, substantially trailing the 61.1% recorded for Regional Vic. Census findings indicate that 35.9% of local workers operated from home, a metric that may reflect prevailing Covid-19 restrictions. Locals are primarily engaged across health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction.
The community displays pronounced concentration in professional & technical fields, where the local employment proportion is 2.2 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for 2.6% of local employment, well under the regional rate of 7.5%. Comparing resident workers to the working population recorded during the Census suggests that local employment capacity remains comparatively constrained. AreaSearch evaluated SALM and ABS figures for the period ending March 2026 and found that the labour force shrank by 0.8% while employment also dropped by 0.8%, leaving the unemployment rate largely unchanged. This differs from the trend in Regional Vic., where employment fell by 0.1%, the labour force declined by 0.3%, and unemployment decreased by 0.2 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia for the national economy, dated Mar-26, provide context for anticipated demand in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff. These outlooks span five and ten year horizons and have been aligned with the area's current job composition to project future expansion. National employment is expected to rise by 6.6% within five years and by 13.7% within ten years, though sectoral growth varies considerably. When these sectoral rates are applied to Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff's existing employment distribution, local jobs are projected to grow by 6.9% over five years and by 14.1% over ten years, though this calculation uses a basic weighting method for demonstration and ignores localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff is $1,521 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $818 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,328 a year against an average of $79,815. The average runs 65% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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ATO postcode figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff SA2 median taxpayer earnings at $48,328, alongside an average figure of $79,815. These returns rank among the upper tiers nationally, differing from the Regional Vic. median of $50,954 and average of $62,728. Factoring in 9.62% growth in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated figures as of March 2026 equate to approximately $52,977 (median) and $87,493 (average). In the 2021 Census, individual weekly income occupied the 52nd percentile ($818 weekly), whereas household remuneration landed at the 36th percentile.
A substantial 28.4% of the population (1,719 individuals) falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings bracket, mirroring wider regional trends where 30.3% sit in this category. Residents retain 89.1% of earnings after housing commitments, though overall disposable income registers at the 42nd percentile, placing the district in the 8th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff had 2,313 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 2% apartments. 24% are owned with a mortgage, 14% rented and 62% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 26.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff's residential landscape comprises 88.1% houses and 11.9% other dwellings (incorporating semi-detached units, apartments, and alternative structures), compared with 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. Outright homeownership is particularly high at 62.0%, comfortably exceeding regional figures, with remaining homes under mortgage (23.5%) or tenancy agreements (14.4%). Median monthly mortgage expenses reached $2,000, outpacing the Regional Vic. norm of $1,430, while median weekly rent stood at $400 versus $285 regionally. On a nationwide basis, local monthly mortgage obligations exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the national standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff counted 2,313 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,537 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 87% of areas nationally, against 42% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units account for 68.3% of all households in the area, encompassing couples without children (42.0%), couples with children (19.8%), and single parent families (5.6%). The remaining 31.7% consists of non-family arrangements, dominated by lone person households at 30.8% alongside group households at 1.0%. The local median household size is 2.1 people, sitting below the Regional Vic. benchmark of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
42.6% of adults in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff hold a university qualification, including 27.7% with a bachelor degree and 9.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 16.1% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 402 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,103 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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Levels of educational attainment throughout Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff notably outpace standard regional measures, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 21.7% in Rest of Vic. and 28.6% across the SA4 region. This high concentration of qualified residents establishes a strong foundation for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent 27.7% of qualifications, complemented by postgraduate qualifications (9.2%) and graduate diplomas (5.7%). Vocational qualifications are also prevalent, with 30.5% of residents aged 15+ possessing technical credentials, divided between advanced diplomas (14.4%) and certificates (16.1%). An active educational cohort comprises 21.8% of the local population.
Within this enrolled group, 7.7% attend primary education, 5.5% participate in secondary education, and 3.8% are enrolled in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff reaches 41 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 730 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 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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Public transport services in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff encompass 41 active transit stops connected across 3 individual routes, providing a combined 728 weekly passenger trips. Network proximity is strong, with typical walking distances to the closest stop averaging 235 meters. Commuting patterns reflect the area's residential profile, with private vehicles accounting for 90% of travel and walking comprising 5%. Households maintain an average of 1.4 vehicles per dwelling. In addition, 35.9% of residents worked remotely according to the 2021 Census, potentially influenced by pandemic restrictions. Across all operating routes, transit frequency averages 104 trips per day, which translates to roughly 17 weekly trips per stop across the local network.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.5% of residents in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff report no long-term health condition. 6.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and long-term illness indicate strong overall health outcomes in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff, with low incidences of common chronic ailments across both younger and older cohorts. In addition, private health insurance uptake is notably high, covering approximately 60% of the population (3,601 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. Arthritis and mental health conditions form the primary medical diagnoses, affecting 12.3 and 7.3% of the community, respectively. Meanwhile, 61.5% of residents reported having no diagnosed chronic medical issues, compared with 63.4% throughout Regional Vic. Residents under age 65 exhibit favorable health metrics relative to broader trends.
The senior population aged 65 and over comprises 45.1% of the community (2,731 people), well above the 24.0% regional proportion in Regional Vic., with health ratings among older residents outperforming national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff is largely Australian-born, at 87.8% of residents, with 3.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.0%) and Australian (25.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Measures of cultural diversity in Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff sit below wider averages, with 87.8% of the population born in Australia, 91.1% holding citizenship, and 96.3% using only English at home. Christianity represents the predominant faith, accounting for 51.4% of residents. The most noticeable deviation is seen in Judaism, which represents 0.2% of locals compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic. Looking at ancestral background, English ancestry is the most common at 35.0%, followed by Australian at 25.3% and Irish at 12.7%. Specific European ancestries show distinct local variations: Scottish background accounts for 12.0% of the community (compared to 8.8% regionally), Dutch ancestry represents 1.6% (versus 1.7%), and French background stands at 0.6% (versus 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff is 60, older than 98% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 12.8% 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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Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff features an age profile heavily oriented toward seniors. Based on August 2026 data, retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) make up 45.1% of the population, compared to 24.0% in Regional Vic., while young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) account for 13.3% versus 23.1% regionally. The estimated median age sits at 60, down slightly from 61 at the 2021 Census, but 17 years higher than the Regional Vic. Census benchmark of 43 and above the national Census median of 38. The middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64) have decreased from 26.2% at the Census to an estimated 22.1%.
By 2041, senior cohorts (65+) are projected to experience the largest numerical increase, rising by 729 (27%) to 3,461 persons, while the sharpest proportional rise is expected among young to middle aged adults, projected to grow 50% to 1,210.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Point Lonsdale - Queenscliff
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 | Sep 2026 last month all 12 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 Sep 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 — 181 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,519 at the 2021 Census → 6,053 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 (203031052). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.