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South Yarra - North has an estimated 13,779 residents, up from 11,192 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,587 people, or 23.1%. Growth has averaged 2.4% a year over five years, faster than 92% of areas nationally. 699 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 94.0% of that increase. That puts 11,777 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 AreaSearch, the population of South Yarra - North stands at approximately 13,779 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,587 people (23.1%) from the 11,192 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The expansion is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 13,779 along with 699 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the local density reaches 11,776 persons per square kilometer, placing the location within the top 10% of all areas analyzed nationwide and indicating intense demand for local land. The growth rate of 23.1% since the 2021 census outpaced the state benchmark of 9.3% as well as the nationwide figure, establishing the area as a regional growth hotspot.
This upward population trajectory was largely underpinned by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 94.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. For geographic projections, AreaSearch incorporates the 2024 releases from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as the baseline. In cases where specific SA2 areas lack coverage in this dataset, estimations are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, modified through a weighted aggregation of population expansion from the LGA scale down to SA2 boundaries. Age group growth distributions from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, a major surge in residents is expected, ranking the area in the highest quartile nationally. The community is projected to grow by 5,346 people by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a total increase of 38.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
789 new dwellings have been approved in South Yarra - North over the past five years, an average of 157 a year. That places the area in the 70th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 153 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 1% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 154, 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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Over the last 5 financial years, South Yarra - North recorded an average of roughly 157 new residential approvals annually, translating to 789 total dwellings. In the current FY-26 period, 142 approvals have been registered. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the local intake averaged 2 people relocating to the area per built dwelling annually, pointing to balanced supply and demand conditions. However, the last 2 financial years have seen this ratio climb to 9.9 people per dwelling, highlighting rising popularity and potential limits on available housing. The typical construction cost for new properties sits at $976,000, which demonstrates a developer focus on high-end, premium housing.
Additionally, commercial development shows significant momentum with $29.1 million in commercial approvals logged so far this financial year. Residential building activity in South Yarra - North is slightly elevated compared to Greater Melbourne, tracking at 13.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year period, which helps maintain buyer choice while supporting local property values, despite a recent slowdown in construction pace. This level of building remains significantly above the national norm, showing strong builder confidence. The mix of new construction consists of 1.0% detached houses and 99.0% townhouses or apartments. This preference for higher density options provides accessible entry points for buyers, attracting first-home buyers, investors, and downsizers. With a ratio of approximately 436 people per approval, the local property market shows signs of maturity. According to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, South Yarra - North is projected to add 5,346 residents by 2041. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new housing may fall short of this population influx, which could intensify buyer competition and drive faster appreciation in property values.
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Development applications around South Yarra - North
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside South Yarra - North, worth an estimated $2.61 billion. A further 183 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $33.2 billion. 75 are already under construction and 89 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, business parks & technology hubs 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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Changes in local infrastructure, planning schemes, and major developments are key factors influencing regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 30 projects expected to influence this locality. Prominent developments include the towers at 671 Chapel Street, The Yarra and The Claremont, alongside Matchworks Cremorne and The Jam Factory, with the following index highlighting the most relevant initiatives.
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671 Chapel Street
A 20-storey luxury residential development comprising 126 apartments, ground floor retail (270sqm), and 1,270sqm of commercial space in the Como Precinct of South Yarra. Designed by Bates Smart with landscape design by Jack Merlo, offering panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline, Yarra River, and Dandenong Ranges. Amenities include a wellness centre with lap pool, spa, sauna, cold plunge and gym, conservatory, private dining room, residents lounge, library, co-working spaces, EV charging, and residential concierge. Two and three bedroom residences now selling from $1.7m.Builder Kapitol appointed with basement works underway.
177 Toorak Road Mixed-Use Development
250 million mixed-use development by Oreana Group featuring retail offerings, restaurant, cafe, bar, and offices across 1853 square metres and 13 levels. Collaborating with award-winning architects Fender Katsalidis, the development will showcase a stunning blend of heritage-style facades and contemporary finishes, creating a visually striking landmark in South Yarra. At the heart of the project is a central piazza, designed as a communal space where visitors and locals can gather, relax and enjoy the bustling atmosphere.The project will serve as a thriving hub for dining, shopping and work, and contribute to the area's cultural and social vibrancy, making it a cornerstone of the local community.
587-593 Church Street Hotel Development
Goldfields Group is developing a 12-storey residential hotel on the former Matt Blatt showroom site in Richmond. Designed by Cox Architecture, the 198-room project features a ground-floor cafe, a gym, and function spaces. A signature element is the public rooftop terrace with an infinity pool and two bars, including a teppanyaki restaurant. Following a VCAT appeal, the design was modified to include a pedestrian accessway between Yorkshire Street and Willow Lane and refined building massing to respect the local urban character.
The Carter Building
The Carter Building is a $300 million luxury mixed-use development at 448 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. The 17-storey landmark, designed by Kerry Hill Architects (KHA), features a saw-cut bluestone facade inspired by the city's heritage buildings. It comprises 54 premium private residences across the upper floors and a 107-room five-star COMO Hotels and Resorts property on the lower levels - marking COMO's first appearance in Melbourne and second in Australia. Residents and guests enjoy world-class amenities including the COMO Shambhala wellness centre, a 20-metre indoor lap pool, gym, sauna, golf simulator, and concierge services.The ground level features a fine-dining restaurant, cafe, and bar curated by COMO. Construction commenced in August 2025, with the hotel and residences slated to open in early 2028.
Richmond Lofts / 475 Church Street Commercial Development
Approved commercial mixed-use redevelopment at 475-481 Church Street, Richmond. The project, known as Richmond Lofts or 475 Church Street, is planned as a mid-rise office-led building with ground-floor retail and food and drink premises, two basement levels, bicycle and car parking, and design measures intended to complement the neighbouring Industry Lanes precinct and support the Church Street employment precinct.
Matchworks Cremorne
Redevelopment of the former Bryant and May Match Factory site into a one-hectare mixed-use precinct with retained and adapted heritage buildings, public laneways and courtyards, retail and food and beverage tenancies, premium workplace space and The Hoxton Melbourne hotel. Heritage and planning approvals are in place, with Stage 1 construction underway for the hotel and retail components and opening targeted for 2027.
Richmond Square - Wiltshire House
Wiltshire House is part of Fortis' Richmond Square mixed-use precinct near Swan and Church streets in Richmond. The under-construction precinct includes luxury apartments across Wiltshire House and Carmine House, strata office suites, ground-floor retail, hospitality and wellness uses, and new laneway-style public realm connections. Fortis lists the precinct completion date as Q4 2026.
Prahran Market Restoration
The City of Stonnington is delivering a staged restoration of Prahran Market, a heritage food market owned by Council and operated by Prahran Market Pty Ltd. The program responds to building condition audits and includes roof and facade restoration, structural strengthening, gas meter room upgrades, electrical switchboard works, stormwater and flooring renewal, and disability access improvements. Official project information lists the works as in progress, with disability access works scheduled to June 2026 and future Harvest Hall roof and Stage 4 stormwater/flooring works still to be scheduled.Exemplo Constructions also lists a Stage 3 roof, glazing and facade upgrade for completion in November 2026.
10,939 residents of South Yarra - North are employed, from a labour force of 11,207. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 85.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 12,356, about 90% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education, with particularly strong representation in the technology industry, an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.8% over the past year. In March 2026, the employed resident population reached 10,939, while the unemployment rate of 2.4% remained below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. Furthermore, the participation rate of 85.3% is considerably higher than the 70.2% recorded across Greater Melbourne. Census data indicates that 51.5% of workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
Most working residents are employed in the professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and retail trade sectors. The local concentration of professional & technical workers is especially prominent, at 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, the construction industry accounts for only 5.0% of the local workforce, compared to 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. At the time of the Census, the area recorded 0.6 local workers for every resident, showing a higher availability of local jobs than is typical. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM statistics shows that over the 12-month period, the number of employed individuals rose by 3.8% and the labour force expanded by 3.7%, keeping the overall unemployment rate stable. This differs from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the workforce expanded by 2.3%, and the unemployment rate increased by 0.2 percentage points. Long-term trends can be interpreted from the May-25 employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year national projections have been applied to the local industry distribution to model potential growth. Nationally, employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though prospects vary across sectors. Matching these national trends to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could rise by 7.4% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in South Yarra - North is $2,042 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,412 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $72,830 a year against an average of $123,372. The average runs 69% 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 ATO statistics from AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year position the South Yarra - North SA2 in the highest income percentile nationwide. The median income for local taxpayers is $72,830, while the average income is $123,372, compared to $57,688 and $75,164 respectively in Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of approximately $79,836 and an average of $135,240 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows individual weekly earnings are in the 96th percentile nationally at $1,412, while household incomes are lower, placing in the 67th percentile.
The largest income bracket contains 37.5% of residents, representing 5,167 people who earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which aligns with the metropolitan distribution where 32.8% fall into this bracket. Although housing expenses account for 18.0% of income, strong local earnings keep disposable income in the 65th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South Yarra - North had 6,150 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 3% detached houses and 94% apartments. 17% are owned with a mortgage, 68% rented and 15% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $426 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 86% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in South Yarra - North consisted of 2.7% houses and 97.3% other structures such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative dwellings. This compares to Greater Melbourne, which recorded 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in the area stood at 15.0%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (17.1%) or occupied by tenants (67.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 matched the average for Greater Melbourne, while the median weekly rent was $426, compared to $2,000 and $390 respectively for Greater Melbourne.
On a national level, mortgage costs in South Yarra - North exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are significantly higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South Yarra - North counted 6,150 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,572 today, averaging 1.6 people each. 6% are couples with children, fewer than in 98% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 53% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 38.9% of all households in the area, including couples without children at 27.4%, couples with children at 6.4%, and single parent families at 3.4%. The remaining 61.1% of households are non-family arrangements, consisting of single-person households at 52.6% and group households at 8.5%. The median household size of 1.6 people is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
66.6% of adults in South Yarra - North hold a university qualification, including 41.7% with a bachelor degree and 20.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 93% of areas nationally. A further 7.2% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,758 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,138 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 South Yarra - North is exceptionally high, with 66.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% across VIC. This education profile supports participation in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 41.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 20.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Vocational education represents 16.8% of qualifications for those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 7.2%. There is a high level of educational enrollment in the area, with 27.6% of residents currently studying.
This student population includes 16.5% in tertiary programs, 2.5% in primary schools, and 2.2% in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in South Yarra - North reaches 28 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 9,200 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 0.3 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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Public transport infrastructure in South Yarra - North includes 28 active stops, offering a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops support 8 distinct routes, which accommodate 9,210 passenger journeys on a weekly basis. Accessibility is high, with the average distance from residents to the nearest stop standing at 143 meters. Due to the residential character of the neighborhood, the majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles being the most common mode at 42%, followed by trains at 25% and walking at 16%. The average rate of vehicle ownership is 0.3 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
Additionally, the 2021 Census recorded 51.5% of residents working from home, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions. Across all transit lines, services average 1,315 runs per day, which translates to roughly 328 weekly services per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.8% of residents in South Yarra - North report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 97% of areas nationally. 1.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 78.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators for South Yarra - North point to very positive outcomes, with AreaSearch analysis showing low mortality rates and a low prevalence of chronic diseases across all age cohorts. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 79% of the population, representing 10,857 people, compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common medical diagnoses in the area, affecting 9.5% and 8.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 76.8% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The working-age population exhibits good health profiles with a low incidence of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 8.2% of the local population, totaling 1,132 people, which is below the Greater Melbourne proportion of 15.0%. Seniors in the area experience positive health outcomes, with national health rankings that correspond to the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
45.9% of South Yarra - North residents were born overseas and 29.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 83% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.8%) and Australian (14.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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South Yarra - North displays a high degree of cultural diversity, with 29.9% of residents using a language other than English at home and 45.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 31.9% of the population. A notable religious concentration is observed in Judaism, which accounts for 1.7% of the population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. The most common ancestries reported in South Yarra - North are English at 21.8%, Australian at 14.1%, and Other at 12.8%. Several European ancestries show a higher concentration than the regional average, including French at 1.1% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Polish at 1.2% (compared to 0.8%), and Russian at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of South Yarra - North is 32, younger than 92% of areas nationally. 54.6% 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 Yarra - North is 32 years, which is younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38. The area has a high concentration of residents aged 25 - 34, who make up 40.9% of the population, compared to 14.6% nationally, but a low proportion of children aged 5 - 14 at 2.5%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 25 to 34 age group grew from 40.1% to 40.9%, while the 65 to 74 demographic declined from 4.9% to 4.0%. Demographic models project that the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 25 to 34 bracket expected to grow by 32%, adding 1,813 residents to reach a total of 7,444.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South Yarra - 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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 12 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 Jun 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 — 699 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,192 at the 2021 Census → 13,779 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 (206061515). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.