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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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is estimated at 10,781 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 615 people (6.0%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 10,166 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 10,776 from June 2025 and 28 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 3,237 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of Australian locations analyzed. The 6.0% growth rate since the census is within 2.9 percentage points of the broader SA4 region (8.9%), indicating competitive local growth trends.
The primary driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which was responsible for about 97.7% of the total population increases in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 localities, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. Where these figures are unavailable, AreaSearch relies on the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are also projectively applied to all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, population expansion is anticipated to be slightly below the median of national statistical areas, with a projected increase of 1,138 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, which represents a total gain of 10.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
163 new dwellings have been approved in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That is 3.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 28, 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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Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert has recorded approximately 32 residential property approvals annually, totaling 163 homes approved over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 26 in FY-26 to date. With an average of just 0.7 new residents per year per constructed home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply matches or exceeds demand, offering buyers more choices while allowing for population growth beyond estimates, as new homes are built at an average cost of $586,000, indicating developers are targeting the high-end premium market.
Furthermore, $7.5 million in commercial building approvals have been logged in the current financial year, highlighting that the area is mostly residential. When compared to Greater Melbourne, development intensity in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is exceptionally low (64.0% below the regional average per capita). This limited construction volume typically strengthens demand and supports prices for established properties. This rate of activity is also below the national average, reflecting the mature character of the suburb and pointing to possible planning constraints. The mix of new construction consists of 63.0% detached houses and 37.0% medium and high-density dwellings, with a changing selection of townhouses and apartments offering varied options at different price levels, ranging from family residences to smaller, more affordable options. With roughly 570 people for every approval, Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert displays the profile of a stable, established locality. Demographic projections indicate that Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert will add 1,133 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Construction volumes are matching these growth projections, though prospective buyers might face increased competition as the local population rises.
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 158 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $144.2 billion. 32 are already under construction and 53 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 performance is heavily shaped by changes to infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning policies. AreaSearch has identified a total of 32 projects expected to influence this locality. Primary developments include Tunstall Village, the Whitehorse Activity Centres Program, Havenwood Townhouses, and Wembley Hill Townhomes, with the following index highlighting the most significant ones.
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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 workforce in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is highly educated, featuring a strong representation of professional services, an unemployment rate of just 3.3%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.3% over the prior year. In March 2026, 6,337 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate sat 1.5% below the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while participation in the labour force was generally inline with the Greater Melbourne level of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a high proportion of residents, 48.8%, worked from home, though this may reflect the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns.
The major employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The suburb shows a particularly high concentration in the professional & technical sector, with employment levels running 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, construction has a minor presence at 5.7% of the workforce compared to 9.7% across the region. The highly residential character of the suburb seems to limit local employment opportunities, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, the 12-month timeframe saw a 2.3% rise in employment alongside a 2.5% increase in the labour force, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force expansion of 2.3%, with unemployment also climbing by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to estimate development patterns. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary greatly by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment mix in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert suggests local jobs should grow by 7.4% over five years and 14.9% over ten years (this represents a simple weighted projection for illustration 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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The most recent postcode ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023 show that incomes in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 are exceptionally high by national standards, with a median of $63,786 and an average of $104,227. This stands in contrast to the Greater Melbourne figures, which show a median income of $57,688 and an average of $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $69,922 (median) and $114,254 (average) as of March 2026.
The 2021 Census data shows that household, family, and individual incomes are all highly ranked, placing between the 84th and 87th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 28.8% of the population (3,104 individuals) fall into the $4000+ weekly earnings bracket, differing from the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is most common at 32.8%. Economic strength is further demonstrated by the 41.0% of households earning more than $3,000 per week, which supports strong local consumer spending. After paying for housing, residents keep 86.7% of their income, indicating high purchasing power, and the area's SEIFA ranking for income places it in the 10th decile.
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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Residential dwelling types in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert at the time of the last Census consisted of 60.9% standalone houses and 39.1% alternative formats (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other housing types), compared to Melbourne metro's mix of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert was notably higher than the Melbourne metro average, sitting at 41.1%, while the rest of the properties were either owned with a mortgage (33.0%) or rented (25.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,600 was well above the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, and the median weekly rent was $462, compared to the metro average of $390.
On a national level, mortgage costs in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median 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 make up the majority of households at 73.1%, consisting of couples with children (36.0%), couples without children (27.2%), and single parent households (8.5%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 26.9%, with single person households representing 23.8% and group households making up 3.2%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
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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Educational qualification levels in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert are significantly higher than broader averages, with 55.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This elevated educational profile positions the community well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 33.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.6%). Vocational training is held by 18.5% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (8.0%). Participation in education is remarkably high, with 30.8% of the local population currently enrolled in study.
This group includes 9.1% in higher education, 8.4% in primary schools, and 8.3% attending high schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert reaches 34 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 5,500 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 analysis identifies 34 active transit stops in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, consisting of lightrail and bus options. These stops are served by 8 separate routes, providing 5,527 passenger journeys weekly. Transit access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 243 meters from the nearest stop. Because of the suburb's residential focus, the majority of commuters travel outwards, with cars being the primary choice at 80%, followed by trains at 11%. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.3 vehicles per household. A high proportion of residents, 48.8%, worked from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by COVID-19 rules).
Service frequency averages 789 journeys per day across all active routes, which represents approximately 162 weekly services for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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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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Health indicators show excellent outcomes in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, according to AreaSearch's analysis of death rates and chronic illness rates, revealing a very low presence of common medical conditions across all age cohorts. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at about 73% of the population (7,880 people). This compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues were the most frequently reported medical conditions in the suburb, affecting 7.1 and 7.0% of the population, respectively.
Meanwhile, 73.0% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. The suburb has 20.6% of its population aged 65 and older (2,217 people), which exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Health indicators for senior residents are strong, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader community.
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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Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert displays a higher level of cultural diversity than most local markets, with 30.8% of residents born abroad and 25.0% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 44.6% of the population. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is found in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the local population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert are English at 24.5%, Australian at 19.6%, and Chinese at 13.3%, which is much higher than the regional average of 6.5%.
There are also notable differences in other groups: Sri Lankan ancestry is represented at 0.6% (compared to 0.8% regionally), Greek at 1.8% (compared to 2.7%), and Scottish at 8.4% (compared to 5.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is 42. 27.1% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 42 years in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is higher than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national median of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 10.6% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 12.2%. Post-2021 Census data reveals the 75 to 84 age group expanded from 5.3% to 7.1% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group grew from 13.3% to 14.9%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 group dropped from 14.0% to 13.0%.
Projections for 2041 point to notable demographic shifts in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, led by a 22% increase (304 people) in the 45 to 54 cohort, moving from 1,399 to 1,704, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age brackets are projected to contract.
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 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 | Aug 2026 this month 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 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 — 28 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 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 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 (207031167). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.