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Sandringham - Black Rock has an estimated 18,102 residents, up from 17,358 at the 2021 Census — a change of 744 people, or 4.3%. 160 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 2,815 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 demographic findings from AreaSearch, the resident count for Sandringham - Black Rock reaches roughly 18,102 by Aug 2026. This marks an expansion of 744 people (4.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, when 17,358 people were recorded. This adjustment is derived from an ABS estimated resident population figure of 18,071 in June 2025 alongside 160 validated new addresses added following the Census. With 2,815 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks in the upper quartile across nationwide regions evaluated by AreaSearch. Furthermore, the 4.3% expansion recorded post-census sits within 1.7 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (6.0%), highlighting solid growth drivers.
Inward overseas migration served as the primary and essentially exclusive catalyst for local gains over recent observation periods. Projections published jointly by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024, using 2022 as their benchmark year, are applied by AreaSearch across SA2 locations. For districts lacking this coverage, 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA figures are utilized via a weighted aggregation framework converting LGA figures down to the SA2 level. Between 2032 and 2041, cohort-specific growth rates derived from these aggregations are also integrated across all territories. Future demographic outlooks suggest that Sandringham - Black Rock will record an expansion rate slightly below the median of AreaSearch's benchmarked regions, adding 1,700 persons through to 2041 under latest annual ERP benchmarks, representing a cumulative 16-year increase of 9.2%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
655 new dwellings have been approved in Sandringham - Black Rock over the past five years, an average of 131 a year. That places the area in the 70th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 131 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 18% 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 Sandringham - Black Rock have averaged approximately 131 units annually, accumulating to 655 homes across the past 5 financial years. With an average of only 0.2 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), additions to the dwelling stock are matching or outpacing resident inflows. This generates healthy options for purchasers and provides room for population gains beyond projected levels, while average expected construction costs of $797,000 per dwelling underscore a developer focus on high-end, premium housing products.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $39.0 million in the current financial year, demonstrating considerable commercial development activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, per-capita residential approval rates in Sandringham - Black Rock sit at roughly three-quarters the metropolitan level, while positioning in the 86th percentile among areas assessed nationwide amid recent building acceleration. Recent construction approvals comprise 18.0% detached houses and 82.0% medium and high-density housing. This strategic emphasis on higher density provides accessible price points suited to first-time buyers, investors, and downsizers. It also marks a distinct evolution from the existing built form (currently 52.0% houses), underscoring shrinking land availability alongside an evolving appetite for compact, diverse accommodation. With roughly 153 people per approval, the district maintains low-density characteristics. Projections indicate that Sandringham - Black Rock will expand by 1,669 residents through to 2041, referencing the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction trajectories appear well-positioned to satisfy incoming demand, creating an accommodating landscape for property buyers while allowing scope for population increases to exceed existing estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Sandringham - Black Rock
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 Sandringham - Black Rock, worth an estimated $795 million. A further 161 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $56.1 billion. 55 are already under construction and 61 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Community performance and demographic momentum are heavily shaped by planning frameworks, local infrastructure, and major development endeavors. AreaSearch has pinpointed 34 projects positioned to influence the district. Prominent developments include Sanctuary Sandringham, The Coterie, Beach Point Sandringham, and Miramar, with key initiatives outlined below.
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Bayside Park Improvement and Habitat Linkage Plan
The Bayside Park Improvement and Habitat Linkage Plan was adopted by Council on 28 June 2022 and is actively being implemented across Council-owned open space outside the conservation reserve system. The plan creates green corridors for local wildlife across Bayside by restoring indigenous vegetation structure through planting ground covers and low shrubby mid-storey species. Existing hollow-bearing trees are assessed and retained for habitat value. The program supports native fauna including smaller birds, butterflies, insects, lizards and skinks, and is integrated with the broader Urban Forest Strategy and Biodiversity Action Plan.
Sanctuary Sandringham
Boutique residential development featuring 71 apartments and 4 townhouses designed by CHT Architects. The project embodies affordable luxury with refined craftsmanship including 80mm European marble benchtops, European oak flooring, and double-glazed windows. Located adjacent to Heathland Sanctuary with landscaping by John Patrick featuring Australian native flora. Construction is progressing with structural works reaching Level 2 as of October 2025.
The Coterie
25 sophisticated, light-filled 2 and 3 bedroom residences in the heart of Sandringham. Designed by Warren and Mahoney with interiors by Lisa Buxton. The boutique development features 9 two-bedroom and 16 three-bedroom apartments across 3 storeys, with construction underway by premium builder Sinjen Group. Properties feature natural stone benchtops, premium Miele appliances, wrap-around terraces, and contemporary finishes. Penthouse residences include private rooftop terraces with bay views. Completion set for early 2026.
Miramar
Luxury collection of 24 residences in the heart of Sandringham featuring bespoke 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Developed and built by Lowe Living with design by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects and Eckersley Garden Architecture. The project respects local architectural heritage with bayside appeal, village connectivity, and contemporary coastal allure. Features 7.5 star energy rating, natural stone benchtops, engineered timber flooring, and coastal-inspired design. Construction commenced April 2025 with groundbreaking ceremony attended by project partners and Sandringham MP Brad Rowswell.
Beach Point Sandringham
Boutique collection of 26 luxury apartments featuring 2, 3, and 4-bedroom residences with marble kitchens, European oak floors, spa-like bathrooms, and private balconies. Located on Beach Road in the heart of Sandringham, this four-storey development offers a premium beachside lifestyle with close proximity to Sandringham and Hampton beaches, trendy cafes, and excellent transport links to Melbourne CBD.
Sandringham Village Streetscape Masterplan
Urban renewal initiative to enhance Sandringham Village with improved streetscape design, wider footpaths with street trees, enhanced pedestrian safety, and better accessibility. The masterplan focuses on Station Street, Waltham Street, and Melrose Street areas adjacent to Sandringham Train Station. Features include footpath widening, new street tree planting, improved pedestrian crossings, and upgraded infrastructure to support outdoor dining and community activities. The detailed design phase has been deferred until 2025-26 following community consultation and revised plans adopted in March 2020.
Early 3191 Sandringham Townhouses
Boutique townhouse community delivering approximately 36 three and four bedroom townhomes across multiple stages in bayside Sandringham. Stage 1 is complete with further stages completing soon; display suite at 3 George Street.
Sanctuary Sandringham
Sanctuary Sandringham is a boutique development featuring 71 apartments and 4 townhouses. The completed project features open-plan living areas with natural cross ventilation, double-glazed windows, European marble, and oak flooring. Settlements and move-ins are currently underway.
9,738 residents of Sandringham - Black Rock are employed, from a labour force of 10,091. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 64.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,051, about 89% 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 workforce within Sandringham - Black Rock is characterized by substantial tertiary education, prominent professional services roles, and a low unemployment rate of 3.5%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 9,738, with local joblessness tracking 1.3% below the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%, although local labor participation of 64.6% sits well below the metropolitan benchmark of 70.1%. At the time of the Census, 49.1% of local workers reported working from home, a metric influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions. Resident employment centers heavily around professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
Professional & technical industries demonstrate particular prominence, capturing an employment share 1.6 times that of the wider region. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing represents a modest 2.6% of local workers against 5.2% regionally. The area's heavily residential character translates into constrained internal job opportunities, as demonstrated by the discrepancy between resident workers and local job counts in Census data. An examination of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that across the recent 12-month period, the local labor pool contracted by 0.3% alongside an employment decline of 0.8%, which elevated the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% rise in employment, a 2.3% expansion in its labor force, and a 0.2 percentage points increase in unemployment. Future demand trajectories can be evaluated using national industry projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26. These five- and ten-year models, calibrated against the local employment profile, offer insight into prospective growth. While nationwide workforce growth is projected at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sectoral trajectories vary widely. Extrapolating these industry trends across the local workforce structure indicates prospective employment gains of 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (representing a baseline weighting exercise for context, excluding localized demographic shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sandringham - Black Rock is $2,356 a week (about $123,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,082 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,997 a year against an average of $115,652. The average runs 73% 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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Aggregated postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates that taxpayers in the Sandringham - Black Rock SA2 recorded a median income of $66,997 and an average income of $115,652. These figures place the district in the highest percentile nationwide, exceeding Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 and $75,164. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023, modeled figures reach roughly $73,442 (median) and $126,778 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places local personal, family, and household earnings between the 85th and 86th percentiles nationally.
The dominant earnings cohort consists of the 30.3% making $4000+ weekly (5,484 residents), contrasting with the wider metropolitan pattern where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 32.8%. Affluence is pronounced, with 41.9% earning over $3,000 per week, underpinning high-end retail and local services. Residential costs absorb 13.6% of earnings, positioning the community in the 87th percentile for disposable income and the 9th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sandringham - Black Rock had 6,765 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 53% detached houses and 20% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $486 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,800 a month. Rent absorbs 20.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The residential landscape in Sandringham - Black Rock at the latest Census comprised 52.5% houses alongside 47.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Melbourne metro figures of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stood at 44.6%, markedly outperforming the metropolitan standard, while mortgaged properties accounted for 32.5% and rental housing made up 22.9%. The area recorded a median monthly mortgage payment of $2,800 and a median weekly rent of $486, well above the respective Melbourne metro averages of $2,000 and $390. On a national level, housing costs remain significantly elevated compared to Australian benchmarks of $1,863 for monthly mortgages and $375 for weekly rents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sandringham - Black Rock counted 6,765 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 28% 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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Family arrangements represent the primary household structure, accounting for 70.5% of dwellings. This group consists of 32.7% couples with children, 29.5% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 29.5%, consisting of lone person households at 28.0% and group households at 1.6%. The typical household size stands at 2.4 people, slightly below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
47.4% of adults in Sandringham - Black Rock hold a university qualification, including 30.8% with a bachelor degree and 11.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 11.4% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,768 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,133 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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Educational attainment throughout Sandringham - Black Rock tracks well above broader territory standards, with 47.4% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This pronounced educational profile underpins a strong foundation for knowledge-sector employment. Bachelor degrees represent the largest proportion at 30.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.9%). In vocational training, 23.5% of residents aged 15+ hold qualifications, divided between advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (11.4%). Participation across educational institutions is substantial, with 28.6% of the resident population pursuing formal study.
Among these learners, 8.9% are attending secondary education, 8.7% are enrolled in primary education, and 6.5% are engaged in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Sandringham - Black Rock reaches 70 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 6,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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The local transit network in Sandringham - Black Rock encompasses 70 active transport stops focused primarily on bus connectivity. These locations are connected via 11 individual routes that combine to deliver 6,224 weekly passenger trips. Network access is very strong, with residents situated an average of 199 meters from the nearest stopping point. Reflecting the area's dormitory character, outward travel dominates commuting, with private vehicle travel accounting for 82%, rail transit taking 8%, and walking comprising 5%. Vehicle availability stands at 1.3 per dwelling. In addition, 49.1% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which coincided with pandemic restrictions.
Transit schedules provide a combined volume of 889 trips per day across the network, translating to an average of roughly 88 weekly trips per transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.8% of residents in Sandringham - Black Rock report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 83% of areas nationally. 5.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 78.0% 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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Health indicators across Sandringham - Black Rock illustrate excellent outcomes under AreaSearch evaluations of chronic illness and mortality metrics, marked by minimal incidence of prevalent health conditions across cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by approximately 78% of the total population (14,119 people). This compares favorably against 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and the Australian national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma constitute the most prevalent diagnosed conditions locally, affecting 7.9 and 6.7% of the population, respectively, while 70.8% of individuals reported being entirely free of medical ailments, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Working-age cohorts display strong vitality with minimal chronic health challenges. Individuals aged 65 and over represent 26.3% of the community (4,769 people), exceeding the Greater Melbourne share of 15.1%. Older residents maintain robust health outcomes, aligning closely with broader population benchmarks nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
26.5% of Sandringham - Black Rock residents were born overseas and 12.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.6%) and Australian (21.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Sandringham - Black Rock exhibits higher than average cultural diversity, with 12.2% of households utilizing a non-English language at home and 26.5% of community members born overseas. Christianity represents the leading faith, adhered to by 48.1% of residents. Meanwhile, Judaism shows a notable local concentration at 0.9% of the population, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Assessing parental heritage, English ancestry forms the largest demographic cohort in Sandringham - Black Rock at 29.6%, substantially exceeding the metropolitan level of 20.1%. Australian ancestry accounts for 21.9%, and Irish background represents 10.3%.
Additional cultural representation includes Scottish heritage at 9.5% (compared to 5.6% regionally), Russian ancestry at 0.6% (against 0.4%), and Hungarian ancestry at 0.4% (against 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sandringham - Black Rock is 48, older than 86% of areas nationally. 20.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Sandringham - Black Rock is a retirement and lifestyle area, and the age profile is unambiguous about it. Retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) account for 26.3% of residents as at August 2026, against 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, with 17.0% among young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) where the regional share is 32.1%. AreaSearch estimates the median age at 48 as at August 2026, unchanged from the 2021 Census, and 11 years above the Greater Melbourne figure of 37 recorded at the same Census. Nationally the median was 38 at the same Census.
Since the Census, retiree and elderly cohorts have grown from 24.0% of residents to an estimated 26.3%. By 2041, retiree and elderly cohorts are expected to absorb most of the growth, adding 1,737 residents (36%) to reach 6,507. Against that, children and young adults are expected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sandringham - Black Rock
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 last month 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 last month 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 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 160 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (17,358 at the 2021 Census → 18,102 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 (208011173). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.