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Ringwood East has an estimated 22,275 residents, up from 21,132 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,143 people, or 5.4%. 236 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 83.9% of that increase. That puts 2,372 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the estimated headcount of Ringwood East stands at approximately 22,275 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 1,143 people (5.4%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 21,132 people. This trend is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 22,164 recorded in June 2025 alongside 236 validated new addresses documented since the Census date. With 2,372 persons per square kilometer, the locality sits within the top quartile of all nationwide districts evaluated by AreaSearch. Ringwood East's 5.4% expansion rate following the 2021 census outpaced both the SA4 region (3.9%) and the surrounding SA3 zone, establishing it as an regional frontrunner.
International arrivals served as the principal catalyst for expansion, accounting for roughly 83.9% of total demographic additions in recent reporting periods. Population projections for each SA2 district are sourced from ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 using 2022 as the base point. Where local data is missing, figures incorporate the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA estimates from 2023, adjusting figures via population-weighted distributions from LGA down to SA2 zones. Age cohort growth rates from these combined datasets are extended across all districts covering 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the locality is anticipated to achieve growth exceeding the national median, adding 2,477 persons by 2041 according to recent annual ERP data, which equates to an overall gain of 10.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
693 new dwellings have been approved in Ringwood East over the past five years, an average of 138 a year. That places the area in the 53rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 139 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 29% 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 building authorisations in Ringwood East have maintained a pace of roughly 138 dwellings annually, generating 693 homes throughout the preceding 5 financial years. With an inflow averaging just 0.6 new residents per annum per new residence across the last 5 financial years (from FY-22 to FY-26), additions to local housing stock are keeping pace with or outstripping demand, widening opportunities for buyers and creating conditions to sustain growth beyond baseline forecasts. Concurrently, approved dwellings carry an average construction value of $563,000—slightly higher than broader regional metrics—highlighting an emphasis on high-standard building.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $14.6 million during this financial year, underscoring stable non-residential development. Relative to Greater Melbourne, per-capita residential approvals in Ringwood East run 52.0% higher, offering ample options to purchasers even as construction velocity has cooled somewhat over recent cycles. Current construction profiles comprise 29.0% detached houses alongside 71.0% attached dwellings. This shift toward medium-to-higher density formats introduces more attainable price thresholds, providing tailored choices for downsizers, entry-level buyers, and investors. Such output diverges noticeably from the existing residential landscape (which features 92.0% houses), signaling both a tightening of greenfield sites and changing resident lifestyle choices. Accounting for roughly 288 people per approval, Ringwood East retains a low density character. Moving forward, projections from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release indicate that Ringwood East will incorporate an additional 2,366 residents leading up to 2041. Given existing building volumes, residential additions appear well positioned to accommodate demand, fostering an accommodating market for purchasers while potentially facilitating expansion rates above projected baselines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Ringwood East
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 18 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ringwood East, worth an estimated $1.92 billion. A further 117 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $26.1 billion. 21 are already under construction and 41 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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The development and trajectory of any region are profoundly shaped by planning frameworks, public works, and capital investment. AreaSearch has documented 59 major initiatives poised to influence the district. Prominent undertakings encompass the Ryman Healthcare Ringwood East Retirement Village, the Ringwood East Activity Centre Structure Plan, Bedford Rise, as well as the Canterbury Road and Heathmont Road Intersection Improvements, with key details summarized below.
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Queen Elizabeth II Hospital (Maroondah Hospital Redevelopment)
A complete rebuild and expansion of the existing Maroondah Hospital in Ringwood East, delivering the renamed Queen Elizabeth II Hospital via the Victorian Health Building Authority. The redevelopment includes two six-storey inpatient towers with over 200 extra beds, an expanded emergency department, a dedicated children's emergency department, and a new mental health hub. While currently remaining in the planning phase, preliminary funding and design work are continuing towards a future completion target.
Proposed Ringwood East Retirement Village
Ryman Healthcare's proposed Ringwood East retirement village is planned for the former Daisey's Hotel and garden centre site beside Ringwood Lake Park. The village is intended to combine independent living, assisted living, residential aged care, high care and specialist dementia care on one site, with amenities including a bowling green, indoor swimming pool, cafe, hair and beauty salon, cinema, gym and landscaped communal spaces. Ryman still lists the village as proposed, and earlier construction activity was reportedly placed on hold in late 2023.
Ringwood East Activity Centre Structure Plan
Maroondah City Council is progressing an updated Ringwood East Activity Centre Structure Plan to guide future land use, housing, public realm improvements, transport connections and community infrastructure. Council called for consultant tenders in 2026 to prepare the updated structure plan, with implementation to occur through future planning scheme amendments and capital works.
Canterbury Road Improvements Waterloo Street to Sunset Drive
Road safety, traffic flow and public transport improvements along Canterbury Road between Waterloo Street and Sunset Drive. Works include new traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, dedicated turn lanes, bus stop upgrades, line marking changes, permanent right turn restrictions at Sunset Drive and a permanent speed limit reduction to 60 km/h. As of the March 2026 project update, major construction is in its final stages with completion expected during March 2026.
Bedford Rise
An exclusive collection of 13 contemporary townhomes in Ringwood East featuring 4 bedrooms, 3-3.5 bathrooms, 2 car spaces, premium Bosch appliances, stone benchtops, timber flooring, private landscaped courtyards, and state-of-the-art security systems. Located within walking distance of Ringwood Secondary College, shopping centers, and the newly upgraded Ringwood East Station.
Canterbury Road and Heathmont Road Intersection Improvements
Safety and connectivity improvements at a busy intersection in Heathmont, which is a complex location where rail, road (including freight), and active transport interface. Improvements include introducing a shared path crossing across Canterbury Road with bicycle lanterns, flashing 'Give Way to Pedestrians' signs, fully controlled right turns from Canterbury Road, and a wider footpath on the northern side of Canterbury Road across the rail bridge. This is to improve safety and address a crash history on a key freight route.Major construction is expected to start in early 2026.
Victoria Street Road Reconstruction
Major road reconstruction works on Victoria Street including new pavement, drainage improvements, pedestrian facilities and cycling infrastructure. Enhances connectivity and safety for all road users.
Ruby Apartments
Permit-approved mixed-use proposal for a 4 level building comprising 29 apartments and 4 ground-floor retail premises on a 2,291 sqm site within the Heathmont Activity Centre. The site was offered via mortgagee sale and is now recorded as sold in late 2024; a new delivery timeline and developer have not been announced. Previous marketing branded the scheme as Ruby Apartments with architecture by EAT.
11,929 residents of Ringwood East are employed, from a labour force of 12,410. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 68.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 19,483, about 87% 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 features a highly educated resident base, substantial employment in professional services, an unemployment rate standing at just 3.9%, and an estimated 1.4% gain in employment over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 11,929, with the local jobless rate tracking 0.9% beneath the Greater Melbourne figure of 4.8%, while overall labour force engagement aligns closely with the metropolitan standard of 70.1%. Census records indicate that 37.4% of working residents operated from home, though this metric was subject to prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time.
Leading employment categories among local workers consist of health care & social assistance, education & training, together with professional & technical services. Specialisation is exceptionally pronounced across education & training, capturing a workforce proportion 1.3 times the broader regional benchmark. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing represents a modest 2.9% of employment relative to 5.2% across the wider region. As a primarily suburban enclave, local commercial employment capacity remains constrained when contrasting the resident workforce against the Census daytime working cohort. AreaSearch examination of ABS and SALM releases demonstrates that across the 12 months leading to March 2026, local employment expanded by 1.4% alongside a 1.9% rise in the total labour force, driving an increase in unemployment of 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne generated 2.1% job growth and a 2.3% labour pool expansion, with unemployment climbing 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide further context regarding prospective labor requirements for Ringwood East. These five-year and ten-year models have been calibrated against local workforce concentrations to chart probable trajectories. Against broader Australian forecasts of 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector outcomes display significant variation. Applying these sectoral forecasts across the existing industry distribution suggests local jobs could grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (calculated via weighted industry extrapolation for indicative purposes, without integrating specific local demographic forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Ringwood East is $1,945 a week (about $101,000 a year), with median personal income at $879 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,900 a year against an average of $74,065. 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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Taxation records compiled by AreaSearch at the postcode level for financial year 2023 indicate a median taxpayer return of $59,900 alongside an average of $74,065 within the Ringwood East SA2. These outcomes outpace Australian benchmarks, positioned against Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average). Factoring in the 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, modelled values reach approximately $65,662 for the median and $81,190 for the average as of March 2026. Across Census 2021 measures, personal, household, and family earnings gravitate near the 62nd percentile across the nation.
Income distribution demonstrates a major concentration in the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly tier, accounting for 31.2% of residents (6,949 people), in line with broader metropolitan dynamics where 32.8% fall within this boundary. After covering housing obligations, households retain 85.1% of their resources for general living costs, situating the district in the 7th decile for SEIFA economic advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ringwood East had 7,828 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 2% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $385 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,100 a month. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.9%. 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 profile was overwhelmingly weighted toward standalone houses at 92.1%, with semi-detached, units, and other configurations accounting for 7.8%, contrasting with Greater Melbourne where houses represented 67.9% and alternate dwellings comprised 32.1%. Outright home ownership stood at 35.0%, significantly exceeding metropolitan averages, while mortgaged properties accounted for 39.8% and rental accommodations represented 25.2%. The median monthly mortgage commitment was $2,100, tracking above the Greater Melbourne figure of $2,000, whereas median weekly rents were $385 relative to the metropolitan standard of $390. Across Australia, Ringwood East home loan commitments sit well above the national level of $1,863, with local rental costs slightly topping the Australian mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ringwood East counted 7,828 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,251 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the clear majority of living arrangements at 71.9% of households, consisting of couples raising children at 36.6%, childless couples at 23.8%, and single parent households at 10.5%. Non-family setups make up the remaining 28.1%, with single-person residences accounting for 25.3% and group shared dwellings representing 2.9%. The median occupancy level of 2.6 people matches the wider Greater Melbourne standard.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
38.2% of adults in Ringwood East hold a university qualification, including 23.9% with a bachelor degree and 9.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 86% of areas nationally. A further 17.7% hold a vocational qualification. 9 schools serve the area, with 3,779 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,077 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 attainment across the district remains elevated relative to broader geographies, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, exceeding both the nationwide benchmark of 30.4% and the SA4 region level of 31.2%. Within this group, bachelor qualifications represent 23.9%, postgraduate degrees capture 9.6%, and graduate diplomas account for 4.7%. Technical and vocational credentials are also widespread, held by 29.6% of residents aged 15+, divided between advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificate-level awards (17.7%). Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 29.4% of the population actively pursuing an education.
This comprises 10.0% attending primary schools, 7.8% enrolled in secondary institutions, and 4.9% undertaking higher tertiary coursework.
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Public transport in Ringwood East reaches 56 stops on 13 routes, timetabled for about 4,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Local transit infrastructure includes 56 operating bus boarding points situated across Ringwood East. These boarding locations are connected by 13 dedicated routes, generating a combined total of 4,163 weekly transit departures. Transit proximity is favorable, with residents generally positioned 290 meters from their closest stop. Given the suburban nature of the district, outward travel is standard, with private vehicles serving as the primary choice for 86% of commuters, followed by 8% utilizing rail services. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per residence. Furthermore, 37.4% of working locals operated from home during the 2021 Census, reflecting conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Across the entire network, route activity delivers an average of 594 daily trips, which translates to roughly 74 scheduled weekly departures per designated stop.
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68.7% of residents in Ringwood East report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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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Community well-being measures for Ringwood East display generally favorable patterns, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality metrics and chronic medical conditions aligning closely with national averages across different age demographics, while private health insurance coverage is notably widespread at approximately 56% of the population (~12,496 people). Mental health conditions and asthma constitute the most frequently reported diagnoses in the district, impacting 9.0 and 8.6% of the population, respectively, while 68.7% of residents reported having no diagnosed chronic conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health parameters across the core working-age cohort remain consistent with typical standards.
Seniors aged 65 and over account for 17.3% of the community (3,858 people), tracking above the 15.1% observed for Greater Melbourne, while overall health rankings remain largely aligned with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
26.3% of Ringwood East residents were born overseas and 21.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.4%) and Australian (23.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local community displays a greater degree of cultural diversity than most surrounding areas, with 26.3% of individuals born abroad and 21.7% utilizing a language other than English in their homes. Christianity represents the leading faith, adhered to by 44.7% of residents. In relative terms, Buddhism represents a notable faith group locally at 2.3% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Examining parental heritage, the most common ancestries across Ringwood East include English at 26.4% (surpassing the regional benchmark of 20.1%), Australian at 23.5% (above the 18.4% regional level), and Other backgrounds representing 9.3% (below the regional proportion of 14.6%).
Furthermore, distinct patterns emerge across specific ancestries, including Dutch heritage at 2.0% (relative to 1.2% regionally), Hungarian at 0.4% (against 0.3%), and Chinese background at 6.6% (compared to 6.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ringwood East is 39. 24.0% 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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Age distributions in Ringwood East align closely with Greater Melbourne across broad demographic segments, with the largest divergence across the four cohorts measuring 4.9 percentage points. The median age stands at an estimated 39 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census baseline and sitting 2 years above the metropolitan figure of 37 at that time. Heading toward 2041, senior demographics (65+) will drive the majority of local growth, adding 1,288 residents (33%) to reach a cohort size of 5,146.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ringwood East
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | 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 | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 18 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 — 236 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (21,132 at the 2021 Census → 22,275 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 (211031267). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.