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Shepparton - North has an estimated 20,507 residents, up from 19,928 at the 2021 Census — a change of 579 people, or 2.9%. 731 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 312 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 population of Shepparton - North is approximately 20,507 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 579 residents (2.9%) from the 19,928 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. The updated figure is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 20,315 from June 2025, combined with 731 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With this population level, the area has a density of 312 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and room for potential future expansion. The 2.9% population growth of Shepparton - North since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA4 region (1.0%) and the SA3 area, making it a regional leader in population gains.
The main driver of this growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 82.6% of the total population increase in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as the baseline year for each SA2. For locations not covered by this dataset, projections are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them via a weighted aggregation of population growth from the LGA to the SA2 level. The age group growth rates obtained from these calculations are applied to the years 2032 through 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, the area is projected to experience rapid growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of regional Australia, with an estimated increase of 11,287 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, which equates to a 54.1% rise over the 16 years.
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669 new dwellings have been approved in Shepparton - North over the past five years, an average of 133 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 92 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 78% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 270, running ahead of 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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Approvals for new dwellings in Shepparton - North have run at an annual average of about 133, with 669 residential approvals recorded over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and an additional 248 approvals so far during FY-26. Because the area added only 0.3 new residents per constructed dwelling on average over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, the volume of new housing is keeping pace with or running ahead of local demand, ensuring diverse options for purchasers and supporting population growth beyond current projections, with new residential projects showing an average building cost of $321,000.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $186.8 million during the current financial year, pointing to significant local investment by businesses. The volume of development per capita in Shepparton - North is comparable to the Rest of Vic. average, indicating a stable market aligned with regional trends. Of the new housing approvals, standalone houses make up 78.0% while medium and high-density formats represent 22.0%, maintaining the low-density profile of the locality with a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers looking for larger lots. An average of approximately 170 people per residential approval reflects the low-density character of Shepparton - North. Demographic projections indicate that Shepparton - North will add 11,092 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of new housing may fall short of population gains, which could increase competition among prospective buyers and bolster upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Shepparton - North
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 Shepparton - North, worth an estimated $951 million. A further 51 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.75 billion. 22 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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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Development patterns are heavily influenced by local infrastructure upgrades, major capital projects, and planning changes. A total of 17 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the community. Significant developments include the Shepparton Sports & Events Centre Redevelopment, GV Health Staff Accommodation Development, The North Quarter Estate, and the Goulburn Valley Integrated Cancer Centre, with details on the most relevant works provided below.
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Goulburn Valley Integrated Cancer Centre
The Goulburn Valley Integrated Cancer Centre (ICC) is a multi-stage development at Shepparton Hospital designed to centralise cancer services. Stage 1, supported by $30 million in Federal funding, is scheduled to begin construction in 2027 and focuses on expanding existing services. Stage 2, estimated at $90 million, remains subject to Victorian State Government funding and aims to bring all services including chemotherapy, radiation oncology, and wellness programs under one roof. Recent progress includes the construction of a new PET scanner suite at GV Health, with $7.1 million in operational funding confirmed in the 2026/27 State Budget to commence services in early 2027.
Princess Park WB Hunter Pavilion
Greater Shepparton City Council is replacing the flood-damaged former Princess Park clubrooms with the new Princess Park WB Hunter Pavilion. The elevated, flood-resilient community sport pavilion will provide AFL, netball and cricket compliant change rooms, trainers rooms, amenities, umpires facilities, a large social room with commercial kitchen, glass frontage to the oval, a 3 m undercover veranda, tiered seating and a grassy spectator mound. Demolition was completed in August 2025, the first sod was turned on 2 February 2026, and construction is expected to be complete by the end of 2026.
GV Health Staff Accommodation Development
Construction of a new three-storey staff accommodation building at GV Health's Graham Street campus in Shepparton, featuring 18 self-contained units comprising 15 single-room flats and 3 double flats, with secure direct access to the hospital for staff on-call after hours. The energy efficient development includes solar power, heat pump hot water systems, LED lighting, double glazed windows, recycled glass and sustainably sourced timber. Funded through a $10.2 million grant under the Victorian Government's Regional Health Infrastructure Fund and delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in partnership with GV Health and builder Hansen Yuncken, the project aims to attract and retain healthcare professionals in the Goulburn Valley region.It is being delivered alongside a separate, adjoining 15-apartment (18-bedroom) development funded under the Regional Worker Accommodation Fund, bringing the combined total to 33 new apartments on the site.
The North Quarter Estate
Premium master-planned residential estate developed by URBAN Land Projects on a former orchard site in northern Shepparton. The estate spans multiple stages delivering generous lots (from approximately 348m2 to over 800m2), with Stage 1 (73 lots) and Stages 2, 3A and 4 now progressed. Stage 4 is actively selling with most lots sold. Key features include signalised estate entry off Verney Road, public open space, playground, wetlands, walking and cycling paths, and a Tesla Powerwall sustainability offer for purchasers.Located minutes from GV Health, Grahamvale Primary School, Shepparton Sports City precinct and the CBD.
Goulburn Valley Highway and Hawkins Street Intersection Upgrade
Signalised intersection upgrade at Goulburn Valley Highway and Hawkins Street including new traffic signals, dedicated turning lanes, road widening, pavement upgrades, improved pedestrian crossings, cycling access and safer U-turn movements. Design work is underway following funding commitments, with construction currently expected to commence in early 2027.
Shepparton Bypass Stage 1
Planning has been undertaken for Shepparton Bypass Stage 1, a future road link from the Midland Highway in Mooroopna to the Goulburn Valley Highway in Shepparton North, including a second Goulburn River crossing between Shepparton and Mooroopna. The Big Build project page remains marked Planning and states the 2020 business case was provided to the Commonwealth. A Victorian Government Gazette notice in October 2025 varied the designated project area for the Shepparton Corridor Upgrade, helping protect land for the corridor.Greater Shepparton continues to advocate for road network resilience works after the loss of previous Commonwealth bypass funding.
Shepparton and Mooroopna 2050 Regional City Growth Plan
Comprehensive 30-year strategic growth plan adopted in March 2021 to guide sustainable development, housing, employment, infrastructure and land use in Shepparton, Mooroopna and Kialla urban areas until 2050. The plan addresses liveability, land supply, urban renewal, infrastructure, transport and water consumption, with implementation through planning scheme amendments.
Shepparton North Sub-Regional Activity Centre Structure Plan
Council-led structure plan and planning scheme amendment for the Shepparton North Activity Centre. The plan guides long-term redevelopment of land on both sides of Numurkah Road / Goulburn Valley Highway into an integrated sub-regional activity centre with two retail nodes, new commercial and mixed-use opportunities, improved pedestrian and vehicle connections, open space and parking. Council adopted the structure plan in March 2023 and adopted Amendment C245gshe in April 2024, but the amendment remains subject to Ministerial approval and related High Court proceedings as at May 2026.
10,208 residents of Shepparton - North are employed, from a labour force of 10,641. Unemployment sits at 4.1%, with participation at 65.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 22,817, about 111% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 Shepparton - North area features a highly capable labor pool, with key service industries well represented, an unemployment rate of 4.1%, and an estimated employment growth of 1.9% over the past year. As of March 2026, 10,208 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 0.4% higher than Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (65.2% compared to Regional Vic.'s 61.1%). According to Census data, only 9.4% of residents were found to work from home, though the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be considered.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The local economy is highly concentrated in health care & social assistance, which employs a share of the workforce 1.4 times larger than the regional average. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 4.2% of local workers, compared to the regional average of 7.5%. The presence of 0.7 jobs for every resident worker at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average availability of local work opportunities. AreaSearch evaluated SALM and ABS figures to show that employment grew by 1.9% and the labour force expanded by 3.5% within the year to March 2026, which led to a 1.5 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional Vic. experienced a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.3% reduction in the labour force, and a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia published national employment forecasts in May-25 that provide additional context regarding future demand in Shepparton - North. Those forecasts cover five and ten year horizons and were overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. National employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, although expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sectoral projections are applied to Shepparton - North's employment composition, local employment is expected to grow by 6.7% over five years and 14.1% over ten years. This calculation represents a straightforward weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
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Median household income in Shepparton - North is $1,560 a week (about $81,000 a year), with median personal income at $784 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,587 a year against an average of $58,485. 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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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, average earnings in the Shepparton - North SA2 are below the national benchmark. Taxpayers in Shepparton - North recorded a median income of $48,587 and an average income of $58,485, compared to median and average figures of $50,954 and $62,728 in Regional Vic. respectively. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $53,261 for the median and $64,111 for the average in March 2026.
The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in Shepparton - North are relatively low, falling between the 38th and 45th percentiles. A cohort representing 33.7% of the population (6,910 people) earns between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the metropolitan rate of 30.3%. Residents retain 87.1% of their income after housing costs, though disposable income is below the national average at the 43rd percentile, and the area is positioned in the 4th decile of the SEIFA index for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Shepparton - North had 7,285 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 0% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,369 a month. Rent absorbs 17.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in Shepparton - North at the time of the latest Census consisted of 85.6% standalone houses and 14.3% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, units, and alternative formats), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. Home ownership in Shepparton - North stood at 31.4%, which was lower than the Regional Vic. average, with the remaining occupied properties being mortgaged (33.0%) or rented (35.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,369 was below the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent of $270 was lower than the regional rate of $285.
On a national scale, Shepparton - North's median mortgage costs are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Shepparton - North counted 7,285 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 67.7% of all households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 29.6%, couples without children at 24.8%, and single parents at 12.3%. The remaining 32.3% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 28.9% and group living situations accounting for 3.4%. The median size of local households is 2.5 persons, which exceeds the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.8% of adults in Shepparton - North hold a university qualification, including 15.3% with a bachelor degree and 5.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.4% hold a vocational qualification. 17 schools serve the area, with 6,951 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 993 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 proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Shepparton - North is lower than the state average, with 23.8% of individuals aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 33.4% across VIC. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 34.1% of the population aged 15 and over holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 23.4%. Student numbers are high in the locality, with 31.2% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This group includes 10.8% in primary schools, 9.4% in high schools, and 3.5% enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in Shepparton - North reaches 159 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 520 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 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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A review of public transit options shows 159 active transit stops within Shepparton - North. These stops are served by 10 separate routes, which combine to run 515 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 248 meters from their nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, leading to high rates of outward commuting, with cars remaining the main transit mode at 92% and walking accounting for 5%. The average rate of vehicle ownership is 1.4 per household. A low proportion of residents (9.4%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Transit services average 73 daily runs across all active routes, which equates to about 3 weekly trips per transit stop. The map shows the locations of the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
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65.7% of residents in Shepparton - North report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 87% of areas nationally. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.1 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 compiled by AreaSearch regarding mortality and chronic illnesses suggest notable health challenges for Shepparton - North, with common medical issues present in both younger and older demographics. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at roughly 48% (~9,884 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 9.4% and 9.1% of the population respectively, while 65.7% of residents reported no chronic health issues, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic. Working-age individuals exhibit higher-than-average rates of chronic conditions.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 17.3% of the population (3,551 people), which is lower than the 23.9% average for Regional Vic., and senior health outcomes are generally consistent with national trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Shepparton - North is largely Australian-born, at 79.7% of residents, with 20.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.4%) and Australian (25.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Shepparton - North displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 20.3% of residents born outside Australia and 20.6% using a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 51.6% of the population. The most significant statistical divergence from regional norms is in the Other religious category, which represents 2.8% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic. Regarding ancestry, the largest groups in Shepparton - North are English (26.4%), Australian (25.1%), and Other (10.3%), with the latter being higher than the regional average of 4.7%.
Specific ethnic backgrounds show notable representation compared to the wider region, with Italian ancestry at 5.5% of the local population (compared to 2.9% regionally), Macedonian at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%), and Samoan at 0.4% (compared to 0.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Shepparton - North is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.1% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 37 years in Shepparton - North is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and close to the national median of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds (14.5%), while the 65 - 74 age bracket is smaller (9.4%) than in Regional Vic. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has risen from 12.4% to 14.0%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.2% to 10.9% and the 55 to 64 group declined from 12.2% to 11.0%.
Demographic projections to 2041 estimate that the 25 to 34 age cohort will experience growth, rising by 2,378 people (80%) from 2,971 to 5,350.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Shepparton - North
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 | Jul 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 Jul 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 — 731 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,928 at the 2021 Census → 20,507 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 (216031416). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.