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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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South Melbourne has an estimated 13,133 residents, up from 11,693 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,440 people, or 12.3%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years, faster than 79% of areas nationally. 435 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 99.0% of that increase. That puts 6,949 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 evaluations by AreaSearch, the population of South Melbourne stands at approximately 13,133 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,440 residents (12.3%) relative to the 11,693 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 13,133 alongside 435 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The local population density reaches 6,948 persons per square kilometer, positioning the area within the highest 10% of all Australian locations analyzed and highlighting the high demand for local land. The 12.3% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the state rise of 9.3% and national benchmarks, establishing the suburb as a regional growth leader.
This population gain was mostly generated by overseas migration, which represented roughly 99.0% of the overall increases in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for each SA2. For SA2 areas lacking this coverage, VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023 are applied, adjusted through a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates across age cohorts derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transformations, substantial population expansion in the highest national quartile is projected, with the locality expected to add 3,844 people by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP data, representing a total increase of 29.3% over the 16 years.
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1,157 new dwellings have been approved in South Melbourne over the past five years, an average of 231 a year. That places the area in the 61st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 18 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 76 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 4% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 274, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals in South Melbourne average approximately 231 annually, representing 1,157 total dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 252 approvals have been documented. Given that only 0.4 new residents have arrived per new dwelling annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the residential supply is keeping pace with or outpacing demand. This provides prospective buyers with diverse options and allows for population expansion beyond current projections, while new dwellings carry an average construction cost of $250,000—below regional averages—presenting more affordable entry options.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $171.0 million this financial year, reflecting substantial commercial development activity locally. South Melbourne generates 65.0% more new residential approvals per capita than Greater Melbourne, providing expanded options for purchasers despite a recent deceleration in building activity. This volume remains well above the national benchmark, showing strong developer interest. The composition of new construction comprises 4.0% detached houses and 96.0% attached dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density housing offers accessible entry-level options and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. The market demonstrates high maturity, with approximately 1676 people per dwelling approval. Looking forward, South Melbourne is projected to add 3,843 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Current building volumes suggest that residential supply will sufficiently accommodate this demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth rates above current predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around South Melbourne
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside South Melbourne, worth an estimated $2.55 billion. A further 184 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $136.1 billion. 77 are already under construction and 64 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and municipal planning strategies represent significant drivers of neighborhood performance. A total of 43 developments have been cataloged by AreaSearch as having a potential local impact. Prominent projects include the South Melbourne Town Hall Restoration, First Light, the Verde Arts Precinct, and the commercial development at 80-94 Cecil Street South Melbourne, with key details of the most relevant projects provided below.
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South Melbourne Town Hall Restoration
Major restoration and renewal of the historic South Melbourne Town Hall, preserving its heritage while transforming it into a vibrant cultural and community hub. Works include seismic roof strengthening, a new slate roof, solar panels, a new north-west annexe studio, Clock Tower conservation, and full fit-out of two performance venues (350-seat Main Hall and new 150-seat venue). Co-funded by City of Port Phillip ($60M) and ANAM ($54M including $25M Australian Government and philanthropic contributions). Completion expected late 2027 with public reopening in early 2028.
80-94 Cecil Street South Melbourne Commercial Development
Approved commercial and retail redevelopment of a whole South Melbourne block opposite South Melbourne Market. The amended scheme allows a multi-storey building with office space, a supermarket, shops, food and drink premises, a commercial car park, basement parking, public realm works on Northumberland Street and retention of the heritage Southern Cross Hotel at 78 Cecil Street.
First Light
First Light is an under-construction luxury mixed-use apartment and hotel project at 28 Albert Road, South Melbourne. The scheme includes a boutique collection of 35 private residences, a 97-key Nu by YOO hotel, wellness facilities, pool, gym, concierge services, restaurants, and a pedestrian arcade linking the Domain Precinct near Anzac Station.
Kings Way, South Melbourne
Proposed $65 million, 19-storey premium commercial office tower designed by Elenberg Fraser. The project features luxury whole-floor tenancies, ground-floor food and beverage outlets, and basement parking with dedicated end-of-trip facilities. Positioned on a pentagon-shaped island site, the building offers views of Albert Park Lake and Port Phillip Bay. The development proceeded to VCAT review following a Port Phillip Council recommendation for refusal in 2022.
Future South Melbourne Structure Plan
The Future South Melbourne Structure Plan (2024-2044) is a comprehensive framework guiding the long-term transformation of South Melbourne. Implemented via Planning Scheme Amendment C219port, the plan rezones the City Road Industrial Triangle to Commercial 2, introduces four new Design and Development Overlays (DDO37-40) to manage building heights and design, and strengthens heritage protections for local precincts. Following a public Planning Panel hearing which concluded in April 2026, the project is currently in the final stages of assessment for formal adoption.
Bank Street Build-to-Rent Development
Approved 19-storey build-to-rent mixed-use development at 15-37 Bank Street, South Melbourne. The scheme comprises 355 rental apartments, including studios and one, two and three bedroom apartments, ground floor retail, 141 car spaces and resident amenities including coworking, gym and wellness areas, lifestyle spaces, heated pool, rooftop terrace and pet-friendly facilities. Local Residential acquired the permit-ready project from Hines, with 10 percent of dwellings designated as affordable housing.
122 Moray
122 Moray is a $50 million seven-level premium commercial development in South Melbourne by Fortis. Designed by Fender Katsalidis, the project features approximately 3,492 sqm of office space and 303 sqm of ground-floor retail. The building reached its structural topping-out milestone in October 2025 and is on track for completion in Q2 2026. It will serve as the Melbourne headquarters for the Pallas Group, offering premium amenities such as private terraces, a tenant sauna, and a communal rooftop with city views.
Emerald Place
A $160 million mixed-use landmark development by Lowe Living and Icon Kajima, situated at the corner of Clarendon and York Streets. Designed by Woods Bagot with landscapes by Acre, the project features 38 luxury apartments and skyhomes. It integrates 1,500 sqm of ground-floor retail space and 12 premium commercial office tenancies. The building topped out in late 2025, with internal fit-outs progressing for a scheduled completion in mid-2026.
8,247 residents of South Melbourne are employed, from a labour force of 8,825. Unemployment sits at 6.5%, with participation at 74.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 20,653, about 157% 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 local workforce is characterized by high levels of education, with particularly strong representation in the technology sector, a 6.5% unemployment rate, and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 3.5%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 8,247, while the unemployment rate sits 1.8% above the 4.8% recorded for Greater Melbourne. Labor force participation is relatively typical, standing at 74.5% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census records indicate that a high proportion of residents, 52.0%, worked from home, though this figure should be considered in light of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Professional & technical services show a strong local concentration, with an employment share 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, construction has a minor presence at 5.8% compared to 9.7% regionally. Recording 1.8 workers for every resident at the time of the Census, the area operates as an employment center, containing more jobs than working residents and drawing commuters from other suburbs. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the year leading to March 2026, employment grew by 3.5% and the labor force expanded by 3.8%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labor force grow by 2.3%, also resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for future labor demand in South Melbourne. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment structure to project growth. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary considerably by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests South Melbourne employment will grow by 7.3% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes localized population changes.
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Median household income in South Melbourne is $2,103 a week (about $109,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,310 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $69,595 a year against an average of $106,996. The average runs 54% 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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The South Melbourne SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $69,595 and an average of $106,996 based on financial year 2023 postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch. These figures place the area in the top national percentile, contrasting with a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $76,290 for the median and $117,289 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show individual weekly earnings are in the 94th national percentile at $1,310.
The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 29.5% of residents (3,874 people), compared to 32.8% for this group regionally. A substantial proportion of high-income earners, with 34.4% receiving more than $3,000/week, points to strong financial capacity in South Melbourne. High housing costs account for 16.9% of income, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income at the 71st percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South Melbourne had 5,642 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 5% detached houses and 60% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 56% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $421 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,217 a month, a total housing cost higher than 83% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling types in South Melbourne at the time of the latest Census consisted of 4.6% houses and 95.5% other options, including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other options in the Melbourne metropolitan area. Home ownership rates in South Melbourne were lower than metropolitan averages at 20.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (23.3%) or tenants (55.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,217 was higher than the metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $421 compared to $390 in metropolitan Melbourne.
Globally, South Melbourne mortgage commitments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and rents remain above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South Melbourne counted 5,642 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,337 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 15% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 43% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 51.2% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 15.2%, couples without children at 27.7%, and single parents at 7.0%. Non-family households represent the remaining 48.8%, with single-person households at 43.2% and group households at 5.6%. The median household occupancy of 1.9 people is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
56.9% of adults in South Melbourne hold a university qualification, including 35.8% with a bachelor degree and 16.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 9.3% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 888 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,037 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 qualifications in South Melbourne are significantly higher than broader averages, with 56.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 35.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 16.6% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Vocational credentials are held by 20.1% of residents aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (9.3%). Participation in study is high, with 26.4% of the population enrolled in formal education.
This includes 8.7% studying at tertiary institutions, 6.3% in primary school, and 5.0% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in South Melbourne reaches 39 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 8,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis identifies 39 active stops operating in South Melbourne, consisting of lightrail and bus options. These stops are serviced by 8 distinct routes, which accommodate 8,319 passenger journeys weekly. Access to transport is high, with residents living an average of 144 meters from their nearest stop. Because of the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents travel out of the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 50%, followed by walking at 19% and train travel at 6%. Motor vehicle ownership averages 0.5 cars per household, which is below metropolitan averages.
A significant 52.0% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 1,188 journeys daily, representing roughly 213 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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72.1% of residents in South Melbourne report no long-term health condition. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 74.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 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 demonstrate positive trends for South Melbourne, with AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and medical conditions showing outcomes in line with national averages, alongside standard rates of common health conditions across young and senior cohorts. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is high at approximately 74% of the population (9,718 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health issues reported locally were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 9.1% and 7.2% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 72.1% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better health outcomes than average. Individuals aged 65 and over constitute 16.6% of the population (2,174 people), which is higher than the 15.0% share in Greater Melbourne. Senior residents show favorable health profiles, with national standings exceeding those of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.2% of South Melbourne residents were born overseas and 25.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 75% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.3%) and Australian (17.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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South Melbourne exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most suburban areas, with 25.0% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 37.2% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 37.5% of the population. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 1.5% of the population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest groups identified in South Melbourne are English at 24.3%, Australian at 17.2%, and Other at 12.5%. There are also distinct concentrations of other ethnic backgrounds, with Russian ancestry representing 0.8% of South Melbourne compared to 0.4% regionally, French at 0.9% compared to 0.5%, and Greek at 3.2% compared to 2.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of South Melbourne is 38. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 32.6% 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 in South Melbourne is 38 years, which is similar to the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and matches the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, South Melbourne has a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (22.8%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (6.3%). The proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket grew from 20.7% to 22.8% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group rose from 8.7% to 9.8%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.3% to 12.7%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 7.4% to 6.3%. By 2041, demographic adjustments are expected to shift the age profile, led by a 55% increase in the 45 to 54 group (adding 923 people) to reach 2,587 from 1,663.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South Melbourne
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 |
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| 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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 16 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 Apr 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 — 435 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,693 at the 2021 Census → 13,133 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 (206051512). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.