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Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert has an estimated 10,781 residents, up from 10,166 at the 2021 Census — a change of 615 people, or 6.0%. Overseas migration accounts for 97.7% of that increase. That puts 3,238 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert stands at approximately 10,781 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census tally of 10,166 people, this represents an addition of 615 people (6.0%). This adjustment builds upon the ABS estimated resident population figure of 10,776 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 28 validated new addresses registered following the Census. With 3,237 persons per square kilometer, the locality's population density places it within the top quartile of all Australian areas evaluated by AreaSearch.
Furthermore, the local expansion of 6.0% since census trails the broader SA4 region (8.9%) by 2.9 percentage points, highlighting sound demographic drivers. The primary catalyst for local demographic expansion has been international migration, which accounted for roughly 97.7% of total population additions in recent times. SA2 geographic projections produced jointly by ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as their baseline, are integrated into AreaSearch's modeling. Where specific SA2 coverage is absent, figures from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections are incorporated using a population-weighted aggregation method from municipal to local levels. Age-specific expansion trajectories derived from these models are similarly applied across each locality for the 2032 to 2041 period. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions and latest annual ERP population figures, the locality is projected to expand by 1,125 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 10.4% over the 16 years, positioning its expansion pace slightly below the median benchmark across AreaSearch locations.
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125 new dwellings have been approved in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert over the past five years, an average of 25 a year. That is 2.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 64% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals across Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert have averaged around 25 dwellings annually, adding up to 125 homes across the past 5 financial years. With an average of only 0.9 people per year entering the district per new dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), additions to local housing stock are keeping pace with or outstripping demographic demand, enhancing options for purchasers and facilitating higher population intake than projected. New builds require an average construction investment of $997,000, indicating that development activity is concentrated on the upmarket, high-value residential tier.
Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $7.5 million this financial year, underlining the largely suburban residential focus of the neighborhood. Building activity in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is subdued when compared to Greater Melbourne, tracking 65.0% below regional average per person. Limited new construction of this nature generally supports valuation growth and demand for established dwellings. The pace also sits below national norms, illustrating the established profile of the suburb and the presence of potential planning restrictions. Detached housing makes up 64.0% of approved construction, while 36.0% comprises medium and high-density housing, delivering a widening array of apartments and townhomes that cater to varying budgets, from compact dwellings to family-oriented options. A ratio of around 584 people per dwelling approval confirms Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert as an established, mature residential setting. Projections indicate that Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert will take on 1,120 residents through to 2041 relative to the newest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If development continues at its current momentum, new dwelling completions may fall short of population gains, which could intensify competition among buyers and place upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, worth an estimated $331 million. A further 159 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $143.9 billion. 32 are already under construction and 54 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 investment, urban planning, and development projects play a central role in shaping community outcomes. A total of 32 development initiatives with local implications have been tracked by AreaSearch. Among the notable undertakings are Tunstall Village, Whitehorse Activity Centres Program, Havenwood Townhouses, and Wembley Hill Townhomes, with prominent items outlined below.
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Warrigal Road Cycling Infrastructure
Delivery of dedicated and separated cycling infrastructure, safety enhancements, and intersection upgrades along the Warrigal Road corridor to improve connectivity between Melbourne's eastern suburbs trail networks.
Suburban Rail Loop East
SRL East is delivering 26km of twin underground rail tunnels and six new underground stations connecting Cheltenham, Clayton, Monash, Glen Waverley, Burwood, and Box Hill[cite: 1]. Major construction and site preparation are active across all station sites, with tunnel boring machines launching from the Burwood site[cite: 1]. The new orbital rail line will connect major educational, health, and commercial precincts while integrating with existing regional and metropolitan rail networks[cite: 1]. Trains are scheduled to commence passenger operations by 2035[cite: 1].
Elgar Road Level Crossing Removal
Removal of dangerous level crossing at Elgar Road, Box Hill with construction of new road bridge over the railway line. Improved traffic flow and pedestrian safety in the area.
Rochester Canterbury
Integrated retirement living, residential aged care and community precinct on Rochester Road in Canterbury, VIC, developed by BASScare and designed by ClarkeHopkinsClarke. The approved masterplan comprises 62 retirement living apartments (2 and 3 bedroom, including penthouses) plus 5 townhomes, alongside 45 residential aged care suites. Community facilities include a cafe with grocer, community hall, activity rooms, pool, spa, sauna, gym, allied health rooms, cinema, salon, art studio and craft workshop, with landscaping oriented around the adjacent Shrublands Creek Reserve.Construction is anticipated to commence in late 2026, with residents able to move in from late 2028. Note: the site was previously marketed as a separate 42-residence Canterbury Gardens townhouse and apartment proposal by Luxe Property Group; that scheme does not appear to have proceeded and has been superseded by the BASScare redevelopment.
426-430 Canterbury Road Development
Permit approved mixed-use development featuring a five-level building with 72 serviced apartments, ground level retail, gym, cafe, and conference facilities. The site is currently for sale.
Koonung Creek Trail and Wetlands Upgrade (Eastern Freeway Upgrades)
Realignment and upgrade of the Koonung Creek Trail and surrounding linear parkland as part of the Eastern Freeway Upgrades (North East Link Program), delivered by the Victorian Government. Works include rebuilding sections of Koonung Creek to improve water flow and flood management, reconfiguring the Valda Wetlands and Koonung Creek Reserve, new and upgraded shared walking and cycling paths and bridges (including a new Heyington Avenue bridge), extensive native tree and vegetation planting, and new noise walls.Construction of utility relocations and creek diversion works within the linear park began in late December 2025, with sections of the park temporarily closed for construction zones between Tram and Middleborough roads.
Box Hill South Community Hub
Proposed new community facility in Box Hill South providing library services, meeting rooms, health services, and childcare facilities. Intended to serve the growing residential population of Box Hill South as the broader Box Hill precinct undergoes significant densification in response to state government housing targets.
69 Carrington Road Box Hill Office and Retail Tower
Approved 15-storey strata commercial office and retail tower by Golden Age Group at 69 Carrington Road, Box Hill. The project includes about 13,495 sqm of gross floor area, around 1,390 sqm of retail space, 6,661 sqm of office tenancies, two basement parking levels, 41 car bays, 50 bicycle spaces and end-of-trip facilities. The permit was issued through Victoria's Development Facilitation Program in February 2025.
6,337 residents of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert are employed, from a labour force of 6,553. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 71.0%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 9,107, about 84% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour pool in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert features high levels of educational attainment and a strong concentration of knowledge-economy roles, with an unemployment rate of only 3.3% alongside an estimated 2.3% uptick in job growth over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 6,337, while local unemployment sits 1.5% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate closely tracks the Greater Melbourne mark of 70.1%. At the time of the Census, 48.8% of workers stated they were working remotely, although prevailing Covid-19 restrictions should be considered.
The top industry categories for local workers are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. Specialization in professional & technical services is particularly marked, with local resident participation standing at 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, construction employment is under-indexed, engaging only 5.7% of the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert workforce versus 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. Comparing the resident workforce to local employment numbers from the Census suggests that the suburb is primarily residential with relatively constrained on-site workplace capacity. Employment in the region grew by 2.3% during the last twelve months, while the labour force expanded by 2.5%, which led to a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Greater Melbourne experienced similar trends with employment rising 2.1%, the labour force growing 2.3%, and unemployment also increasing by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context for anticipating future demand in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert. These projections span five and ten-year horizons and have been aligned with the local employment composition to estimate regional growth trajectories. Over a five-year span, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6%, and over ten years by 13.7%, though these figures vary considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific growth rates are applied to the employment mix of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, local employment is expected to rise by 7.4% over five years and by 14.9% over ten years, though this calculation relies on a basic weighting method for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is $2,388 a week (about $124,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,071 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,786 a year against an average of $104,227. The average runs 63% 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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ATO postcode records published for financial year 2023 show that taxable earners in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 have a median income of $63,786 and an average of $104,227, figures that stand well above nationwide benchmarks and outpace Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in 9.62% growth in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, local levels are projected at approximately $69,922 (median) and $114,254 (average) as of March 2026. Across household, family, and individual brackets in the 2021 Census, earnings in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert occupy the 84th to 87th percentiles nationally.
High earners dominate the profile, with 28.8% of residents (3,104 people) reporting incomes in the $4000+ bracket, contrasting with the wider metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 band is most prevalent at 32.8%. Furthermore, 41.0% earn over $3,000 weekly, underscoring substantial local affluence. Residents keep 86.7% of their earnings once housing overheads are met, indicating strong discretionary capacity and placing the area in the 10th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert had 3,796 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 61% detached houses and 12% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $462 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month. Rent absorbs 19.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.1%. 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 inventory in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert consisted of 60.9% separate houses and 39.1% other dwellings (apartments, townhouses, and attached properties), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across the Melbourne metro area. Outright property ownership in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert reached 41.1%, significantly higher than the metropolitan benchmark, with mortgaged properties accounting for 33.0% and rental accommodation making up 25.9%. Typical monthly mortgage payments stood at $2,600, notably higher than the Melbourne metro figure of $2,000, while median weekly rent was $462 versus $390 regionally.
On a national level, mortgage commitments in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert substantially exceed the Australian median of $1,863, with rental costs also tracking well above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert counted 3,796 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,026 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the bulk of living arrangements at 73.1% of households, comprising couples with children at 36.0%, couples without children at 27.2%, and single parent households at 8.5%. Non-family households represent the remaining 26.9%, consisting of single-person occupancies (23.8%) and shared group residences (3.2%). Average household size is 2.5 persons, slightly below the 2.6 recorded across Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
55.7% of adults in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert hold a university qualification, including 33.6% with a bachelor degree and 16.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 8.0% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,140 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,154 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Tertiary credentials among Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert residents significantly outpace broader standards, with 55.7% of individuals aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 33.4% across VIC and 30.4% nationwide. This considerable academic background underpins strong participation in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees represent the largest proportion at 33.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (16.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.6%). Technical and vocational training encompasses 18.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (8.0%). Current participation in formal study is substantial, involving 30.8% of the local population.
Within this cohort, 9.1% are undertaking higher education, 8.4% attend primary school, and 8.3% are enrolled in secondary school.
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Public transport in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert reaches 34 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 4,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport infrastructure across Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert encompasses 34 active transport stops covering both buses and lightrail. Across 8 different routes, the network delivers 4,180 weekly transit services. Connectivity is favorable, with residents living an average of 243 meters from their closest transit facility. Due to the area's predominantly residential makeup, most trips head outward, with private vehicles accounting for 80% of travel and train journeys making up 11%. Car ownership sits at an average of 1.3 per household. A notable 48.8% of employed locals worked from home during the 2021 Census, a figure likely influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit schedules provide an average of 597 trips each day across the collective network, which translates to roughly 122 weekly departures for each individual stop.
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73.0% of residents in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 73.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and chronic ailment rates, Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert records favorable health outcomes, marked by very low rates of common health conditions across all demographics. Private health insurance coverage is notably widespread, held by approximately 73% of the total population (7,880 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and 55.7% nationally. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent reported ailments, impacting 7.1 and 7.0% of the population respectively, whereas 73.0% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, slightly higher than the 72.6% benchmark for Greater Melbourne.
The community includes 2,182 people aged 65 and over, making up 20.2% of the population, which exceeds the 15.1% share found across Greater Melbourne. Health measures among older residents remain robust, aligning closely with national age-group rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.8% of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert residents were born overseas and 25.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.5%) and Australian (19.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert sits above most comparable areas, with 30.8% of residents born overseas and 25.0% using a non-English language in their homes. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, followed by 44.6% of residents. The most noticeable divergence from metropolitan norms occurs with Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the local population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral background, the most common lineages in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert are English (24.5%), Australian (19.6%), and Chinese (13.3%), with the Chinese proportion significantly exceeding the 6.5% regional share.
Representation among other backgrounds includes Scottish at 8.4% (against 5.6% regionally), Greek at 1.8% (against 2.7%), and Sri Lankan at 0.6% (compared to 0.8% across the broader region).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is 42. 27.4% 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 age distribution of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is older than that of Greater Melbourne. Based on August 2026 updates, senior and retired residents (65+) account for 20.2% of the area compared to 15.1% across the greater capital, whereas adults aged 25 - 44 constitute 25.6% locally against a 32.1% regional proportion. The median age is estimated at 42, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 5 years higher than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 from that Census. The 45 - 64 age category has decreased from 26.8% at the Census to an estimated 25.1%.
Projections to 2041 indicate that older cohorts will drive most growth, expanding by 649 residents (30%) to 2,831, while younger age bands and children are expected to decrease over this duration.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 28 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,166 at the 2021 Census → 10,781 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (207031167). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.