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Reservoir - South West has an estimated 15,417 residents, up from 14,090 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,327 people, or 9.4%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. 270 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 82.5% of that increase. That puts 2,743 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the resident population of Reservoir - South West stands at approximately 15,417 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,327 individuals (9.4%) from the 14,090 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated utilizing the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 15,350 combined with 270 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With these figures, the density of the area reaches 2,743 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top quartile of all locations analyzed nationally by AreaSearch.
The 9.4% population expansion since the 2021 census is higher than the state average of 9.3% and also tracks ahead of the national benchmark, establishing the area as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of these population gains in recent times has been overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 82.5% of the total increase. For each SA2 locality, AreaSearch adopts the 2024 projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, which utilize 2022 as their baseline year. In cases where SA2 areas lack direct coverage in this dataset, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 Victoria State Government Regional and LGA projections, adjusting them via a method that aggregates population growth from the LGA to the SA2 level using weighted values. Projected growth rates across different age cohorts derived from these aggregations are subsequently applied to all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, a major population surge is expected to rank the area within the top quartile of statistical areas nationally, with projections suggesting an expansion of 5,970 persons to 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 38.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
436 new dwellings have been approved in Reservoir - South West over the past five years, an average of 87 a year. That places the area in the 67th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 62 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 32% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 91, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An average of approximately 87 new residential approvals have been issued annually in Reservoir - South West, totaling 436 home approvals over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 84 recorded during the current FY-26. The ratio of new arrivals to construction stood at 1.3 people per year for every finished dwelling over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to balanced supply and demand dynamics and a steady market. However, this has recently tightened to 3.7 people per approved dwelling over the last 2 financial years, indicating escalating demand and a prospective shortage of housing.
The average building value for new residential properties is $281,000, which sits below regional averages and provides more accessible entry options for purchasers. Furthermore, commercial building approvals of $61,000 have been logged during this financial year, reinforcing the predominantly residential nature of local development. Reservoir - South West records construction activity per capita at about 75% of the levels seen in Greater Melbourne, placing it in the 71st percentile of all localities evaluated across Australia. The profile of recent builds consists of 32.0% separate houses and 68.0% semi-detached townhouses or apartments. This preference for denser housing structures provides more economical purchase options and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This trend departs noticeably from the established housing stock (which currently comprises 57.0% houses), indicating a decline in vacant developable land and reflecting changing buyer choices and housing affordability pressures. The ratio of roughly 185 people per residential approval aligns the area with typical growth corridor characteristics. Projecting forward, Reservoir - South West is anticipated to add 5,903 new residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Should the pace of construction remain unchanged, residential supply may lag behind this population influx, which could heighten buyer competition and drive more rapid appreciation in property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Reservoir - South West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Reservoir - South West, worth an estimated $95 million. A further 95 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $245.8 billion. 20 are already under construction and 30 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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Developments in public infrastructure, major construction works, and local planning policies have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 4 key projects that are expected to influence the local area. The most relevant initiatives include the Reservoir Leisure Centre Redevelopment, the Goosnargh Housing Development, the Suburban Rail Loop North, and the Reservoir Suburban Revitalisation Program, with details provided below for those of highest significance.
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Reservoir Leisure Centre Redevelopment
Darebin City Council is planning the long-term redevelopment of Reservoir Leisure Centre into a modern, inclusive and sustainable aquatic, recreation and wellness hub for Reservoir and the wider Darebin community. Council completed and released the RLC Scoping Study in March 2025, and the current phase is business case development, concept design, stakeholder scoping and an advocacy and funding plan. Earlier options considered include major refurbishment, staged refurbishment and a new build, with potential elements such as improved aquatic facilities, hydrotherapy, gym and fitness areas, community hub functions and health and wellbeing services.
Goosnargh Housing Development
95 new homes on former Swainson House Farm site in Goosnargh, rural Preston. Planning application under review with traffic impact concerns.
Pentridge Precinct
A landmark $2.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the heritage-listed former Pentridge Prison site in Coburg, comprising two adjoining precincts. The northern Pentridge Coburg precinct, owned by Shayher Group since 2013, has delivered the public piazza, Palace Cinemas 15-screen complex, Ritchies supermarket, the Adina Apartment Hotel within the former B Division, the Horizon and Rook apartments, and Victoria Tower. Cascade Square, the latest residential addition by Shayher Group with Future Estate, is now under construction by Construction Engineering Australia and consists of two towers of 11 and 12 storeys delivering 245 one, two and three bedroom apartments alongside the historic A Division cell block, with completion targeted for 2027.The southern 1.9 hectare Pentridge Village portion was acquired by Salvo in 2021 and is being progressed as a $1.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment masterplanned by DKO Architecture, with around 650 apartments permitted under the 2008 Pentridge Village Masterplan. Within the Pentridge Village precinct, Blue Earth Group has completed 48 townhouses under Stage 1 and is seeking approval for an expanded 16 storey, 252 apartment Stage 2 mixed-use building at 45 Pentridge Boulevard. The overall precinct preserves heritage assets including Ned Kelly's grave site, the bluestone F Division building, the original perimeter walls, guard towers and a mural by Indigenous artist Ronald Bull.
18a Miller Street Development - Small Sites Pilot Program
Medium-density housing development on surplus government land as part of Development Victoria's Small Sites Pilot Program. The 4,334 square metre site is zoned Residential Growth Zone - Schedule 1 and located 7 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. The project aims to deliver medium-density housing including townhouses and low to mid-rise apartments, with at least 10% designated as affordable housing. The development encourages innovative design solutions and modern methods of construction to accelerate housing supply in established inner Melbourne suburbs close to employment, transport and services.
Coburg Health and Community Services Precinct
A 160 million dollar campus-style health and community services hub spanning more than 15,000 square metres, delivered by Coburg Health Hub Pty Ltd. The precinct will bring together a private short-stay hospital, a bulk-billed GP super clinic, a mental health facility, allied health services, residential aged care, community health services and a childcare and early learning centre. Over 50 percent of services will be delivered by not-for-profit and community providers including Merri Health, on long-term leases.A planning permit (MPS/2024/414) was issued on 30 April 2026 and construction is expected to commence on site in late 2026, with up to 1,000 jobs anticipated. Council is separately refurbishing the adjacent state-listed heritage Bluestone Cottage complex, building a new annex for the Coburg Historical Society and creating a historic garden, with funding contributions from Coburg Health Hub.
Thomastown Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
AusNet is developing a 300MW/600MWh Battery Energy Storage System to support Victoria's renewable energy transition. Located approximately 17 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, this grid-scale BESS will store excess renewable energy and respond to high demand periods. The planning permit has been approved by the Minister for Planning and AusNet is currently satisfying permit conditions ahead of a planned late 2026 construction commencement. The project includes hardstand construction, access roads, acoustic walls, security fences, and approximately 200 metres of connection assets to the adjacent Thomastown Terminal Station, covering approximately 2.33 hectares.Terminal Station upgrades are also included.
Suburban Rail Loop North
Suburban Rail Loop North (SRL North) is the second major stage of Melbourne's planned 90 km orbital underground metro line, extending from Box Hill to Melbourne Airport. The Victorian Government has confirmed seven new underground stations at Doncaster, Heidelberg, Bundoora, Reservoir, Fawkner, Broadmeadows and Melbourne Airport, providing the first direct rail connection between these northern and north-eastern suburbs and the airport. Broadmeadows is planned as a major super hub linking the SRL with regional Hume corridor services, with around 8,500 regional passengers expected to interchange there each day.SRL North is currently in early planning stages and is expected to be completed between 2043 and 2053. Construction is forecast to support around 5,100 jobs. Project costs are forecast to be in the order of 60 to 132.5 billion AUD depending on staging and scope. The Victorian Liberal-National Opposition has stated it will halt further development of the project if elected at the 2026 state election.
Coburg Health and Community Services Precinct
An integrated health and community services precinct on a 14,500 square metre vacant site next to the Coburg Civic Centre, on the corner of Bell Street and Pentridge Boulevard. The development comprises three multi-storey buildings to be delivered in stages and will house a community hospital, a GP super clinic, a mental health facility, residential aged care, allied health services, a childcare centre, and food and drink premises. Over 50 percent of services will be delivered by community and not-for-profit providers, including Merri Health.The masterplan also incorporates the retention and refurbishment of the heritage-listed Coburg Bluestone Cottage complex, which will continue to be operated by the Coburg Historical Society as a local history museum, alongside a new multi-purpose facility and historic-themed garden. A planning permit was issued by Merri-bek City Council on 30 April 2026, with construction expected to commence in late 2026. The project is forecast to support up to 1,000 local jobs.
9,015 residents of Reservoir - South West are employed, from a labour force of 9,504. Unemployment sits at 5.1%, with participation at 73.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 13,257, about 86% 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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A highly qualified labor force characterizes Reservoir - South West, with professional services representing a substantial portion of employment, an unemployment rate of 5.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.8% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 9,015, while the local unemployment rate sits 0.4% above the 4.8% rate of Greater Melbourne, and the participation rate is relatively typical at 73.5% versus 70.2% for Greater Melbourne. Census data indicates that a notable 35.8% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure should be interpreted in the context of pandemic containment measures.
The principal sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. A distinct concentration of employment exists in public administration & safety, where the local share of jobs is 1.4 times the regional proportion. On the other hand, retail trade is less prominent locally, accounting for 8.3% of jobs compared to the metropolitan average of 9.8%. The heavily residential layout of the area limits local employment opportunities, as demonstrated by the imbalance between the count of local working residents and the jobs physically located in the area. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month period, total employment rose by 1.8% while the local labor force grew by 2.9%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and its labor force expand by 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on prospective labor demand for Reservoir - South West. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment paths. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth trajectories vary widely by industry. Projecting these national industry trends onto the local workforce mix suggests employment in Reservoir - South West would rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (note that this represents a direct weighting extrapolation for demonstration and does not incorporate localized population growth forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Reservoir - South West is $1,743 a week (about $91,000 a year), with median personal income at $865 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,309 a year against an average of $67,066. 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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The median taxpayer income in the Reservoir - South West SA2 is $57,309, with an average taxpayer income of $67,066, according to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are close to the national average, though they sit below the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting these values for a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $62,822 for the median and $73,518 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that family, household, and individual incomes in the area cluster around the 55th percentile nationally.
The most prominent income bracket contains 33.9% of the population (representing 5,226 residents) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the wider region where this same group accounts for 32.8%. Local household budgets face substantial strain, with only 83.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 49th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks local income in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Reservoir - South West had 5,657 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 57% detached houses and 3% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $361 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,020 a month. Rent absorbs 20.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.7%. 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 mix of housing styles in Reservoir - South West was 56.8% freestanding houses and 43.2% other housing types (including apartments and semi-detached properties), compared to the Melbourne metropolitan split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership in Reservoir - South West was lower than the metropolitan average at 27.3%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (31.0%) or tenants (41.6%). The median monthly payment for home loans in the area was higher than the metropolitan average of $2,000 at $2,020, whereas the median weekly rent was $361, compared to $390 across metropolitan Melbourne.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Reservoir - South West are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rental payments are lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Reservoir - South West counted 5,657 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,190 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of households at 64.2%, which is composed of 28.6% couples raising children, 23.0% couples without children, and 10.8% single parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 35.8%, with single-person households accounting for 30.6% and shared group households making up 5.3%. The median household size of 2.4 residents is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
38.9% of adults in Reservoir - South West hold a university qualification, including 24.4% with a bachelor degree and 10.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 82% of areas nationally. A further 15.5% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,076 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,070 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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The educational profile of the area is distinct compared to the broader region, with tertiary qualification rates at 38.9% of residents aged 15+ exceeding the Australian benchmark of 30.4% and the SA4 regional average of 32.8%, highlighting a strong local focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (10.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.9%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 27.1% of residents aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (15.5%). A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 28.9% of local residents enrolled in an educational program.
This student population includes 8.8% in primary schools, 6.5% in tertiary institutions, and 6.0% attending secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Reservoir - South West reaches 107 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 9,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local network shows 107 active public transport stops in Reservoir - South West, offering a combination of light rail and bus services. These facilities are served by 11 separate transit routes, which deliver a combined total of 9,011 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is considered excellent, with residents living an average of 145 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 74%, followed by trains at 14% and bicycles at 2%.
Average vehicle ownership is 1.0 per household, which is below the metropolitan standard. A significant 35.8% of employed residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related working arrangements. Transit routes average a frequency of 1,287 runs per day, which equates to roughly 84 departures per week for each individual stop. The accompanying map illustrates the locations of the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
71.2% of residents in Reservoir - South West report no long-term health condition. 6.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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The health profile of Reservoir - South West aligns closely with national benchmarks in terms of mortality rates and the prevalence of long-term illnesses, with general health conditions within typical ranges, though showing higher prevalence rates among older age cohorts compared to national averages. The proportion of the population with private health insurance lags slightly behind the average SA2 area at approximately 52% of the total population (~8,032 people), compared to 56.7% recorded across Greater Melbourne. Mental health conditions and asthma were identified as the most prevalent chronic illnesses in the area, affecting 9.7% and 7.7% of the population, respectively, while 71.2% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 compare favorably to national averages. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 12.9% of the local population (1,987 people), which is lower than the metropolitan average of 15.0%. Health indicators for this older cohort present some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the statistics for the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.2% of Reservoir - South West residents were born overseas and 36.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 78% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (17.5%) and Australian (16.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Reservoir - South West displays a high degree of multiculturalism, with 33.2% of the local population born outside of Australia and 36.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 42.5% of local residents. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 6.5% of the population in the area compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Reservoir - South West are English at 17.5% of the population, Australian at 16.5%, and Other at 13.2%.
Significant variations are observed in the concentrations of other backgrounds: Italian heritage is notably higher at 12.2% of the population (compared to 5.2% across the region), Greek ancestry is at 5.2% (compared to 2.7% regionally), and Macedonian is at 1.4% (compared to 0.7% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Reservoir - South West is 37. 28.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of residents in Reservoir - South West is 37, matching the metropolitan Melbourne median of 37 and sitting close to the national median of 38 years. The 35 - 44 age cohort represents a high proportion of the population at 19.2% relative to Greater Melbourne, while the 15 - 24 cohort is less common at 10.6%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 9.2% to 10.6% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 age group has contracted from 11.0% to 9.8%. Projections out to 2041 point to significant changes in the local age structure, led by the 45 to 54 group which is expected to grow by 54% (an increase of 1,078 people) to reach 3,078 from 1,999.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Reservoir - South West
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 270 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,090 at the 2021 Census → 15,417 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (209021526). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.