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Thomastown has an estimated 20,608 residents, up from 19,998 at the 2021 Census — a change of 610 people, or 3.1%. 369 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,403 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Thomastown stands at approximately 20,608 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 610 residents (3.1%) from the 19,998 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 20,601 combined with 369 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density is 1,402 persons per square kilometer, a figure that exceeds the typical average across the country. The expansion of the local population was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which represented roughly 83.9% of the total demographic gains in the recent period.
AreaSearch implements the demographic projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the starting baseline. For locations where these projections are unavailable, calculations rely on the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted by aggregating growth patterns from the LGA level to the SA2 level. The age structure growth rates derived from these models are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these expected demographic transitions, this location is projected to experience substantial growth, placing it in the top tier of analyzed statistical areas. The population is predicted to grow by 5,604 people by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP data, which translates to a total increase of 27.1% over a 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
396 new dwellings have been approved in Thomastown over the past five years, an average of 79 a year. That is 3.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 55 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 44% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 75, 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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An average of 79 residential building approvals per year has been recorded in Thomastown, representing a total of 396 new dwellings during the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 69 approvals have been registered. Because the local population has been declining, this flow of new housing has likely kept pace with buyer demand, maintaining a healthy selection of properties. The average estimated construction cost for these new buildings is $248,000, which is below the wider regional average, indicating more affordable entry points for home buyers. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $44.8 million in the current financial year, pointing to robust local business investment.
Thomastown exhibits a low level of building activity relative to Greater Melbourne, sitting 72.0% below the metropolitan per capita average. This limited addition of new housing stock generally supports demand and protects the value of existing local properties. Among new residential approvals, detached houses account for 44.0% while attached dwellings represent 56.0%. This leaning toward higher density housing creates lower-cost options for buyers and appeals to downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time homeowners. This represents a clear shift from the established housing stock, which currently consists of 84.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land and adapting to evolving preferences and budgets. With a ratio of approximately 270 residents for every dwelling approval, the area retains its low-density character. Demographic projections indicate that Thomastown will add 5,591 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If the current rate of housing construction persists, supply may not keep pace with this population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and put upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Thomastown
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 Thomastown, worth an estimated $559 million. A further 71 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $247.8 billion. 11 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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 to infrastructure, major construction projects, and local planning decisions are critical drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 27 projects with the potential to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Thomastown Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), the Edgars Creek Trail Extension, the Thomas Green Townhomes development, and the Thomastown High Street Improvements, with the list below highlighting the most significant undertakings.
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Thomastown Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
AusNet is developing a 300MW/600MWh Battery Energy Storage System to support Victoria's renewable energy transition. Located approximately 17 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, this grid-scale BESS will store excess renewable energy and respond to high demand periods. The planning permit has been approved by the Minister for Planning and AusNet is currently satisfying permit conditions ahead of a planned late 2026 construction commencement. The project includes hardstand construction, access roads, acoustic walls, security fences, and approximately 200 metres of connection assets to the adjacent Thomastown Terminal Station, covering approximately 2.33 hectares.Terminal Station upgrades are also included.
Edgars Creek Trail Extension
Extension of Edgars Creek Trail between Thomas Street and Kingsway Drive in Thomastown/Lalor, part of the broader Edgars Creek Corridor Landscape Improvement Plan. Includes shared path construction, creek restoration, native revegetation, and enhancements for community access and safety.
Thomas Green Townhomes
An intimate neighbourhood of 69 premium double-storey townhomes by APD Projects and Boutique Homes. This Melbourne northern suburbs development offers 3-4 bedroom homes featuring open plan kitchen, dining and living areas, Caesarstone benchtops, premium finishes including ILVE appliances, and front and rear landscaping. Located in Thomastown's sweet spot between city convenience and relaxed lifestyle, with easy access to Thomastown Train Station (18.5km to CBD), parks, shops and Melbourne Airport (15 minutes). Over 85% sold with limited availability remaining.
2 David Street Apartments
Permit-approved development for 26 spacious apartments on a 1,262 sq m site in Lalor's Residential Growth Zone. The project features apartments averaging 78 sq m with abundant natural light, located near retail strips, schools, and transport. The site offers potential for alternative uses including childcare or medical facilities subject to council approval.
Whittlesea Public Gardens Redevelopment
Multi-stage transformation of the 14.5-hectare Whittlesea Public Gardens into a regional recreation hub. Stage 1 (completed 2022) delivered a major playground and learn-to-ride circuit. Stage 2 (completed 2024) added a 100-metre skate park, basketball courts, and climbing wall. Stage 3 is currently underway to upgrade the dog off-leash area with partitioned zones and sensory elements, alongside future wetland enhancements, walking trails, and the repurposing of the redundant lake into an events lawn. The project is integrated with the adjacent Garden View Estate residential development.
44-46 Derrick Street Townhouses
Development approved for five ultra-modern townhouses on 1373sqm site. Plans include four two-storey three-bedroom townhouses and one two-storey two-bedroom townhouse. Designed by Mi Design Group with landscaping by Justin Hutchinson from Urban Commons. Site currently for sale to developers with planning permits approved and ready.
Thomastown and Lalor Place Framework
The Thomastown and Lalor Place Framework is a long-term strategic plan endorsed by the City of Whittlesea to guide the evolution of these established suburbs over the next 20 years. Key focus areas include revitalizing the High Street and May Road activity centers, improving pedestrian and cycling connectivity, enhancing local parks, and supporting housing diversity near transport hubs. It coordinates infrastructure investment and policy to ensure sustainable growth and community wellbeing.
High Street Walking and Cycling Paths
Multi-stage project to develop a continuous walking and cycling path along High Street from Keon Parade Station to Childs Road in Lalor, with a connecting trail to Epping Station. The project includes road crossing upgrades, rest areas, and landscape improvements to enhance pedestrian and cyclist connectivity.
8,790 residents of Thomastown are employed, from a labour force of 9,772. Unemployment sits at 10.0%, with participation at 55.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 24,683, about 120% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by strong representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, alongside an unemployment rate of 10.0% and stable employment patterns over the past year. In March 2026, 8,790 local residents were employed. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, highlighting potential for labor market improvement, while the participation rate of 55.7% is much lower than the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census records show that a modest 16.1% of the working population performed their duties from home, a figure that may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
Local employment is heavily weighted toward health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and construction. The manufacturing sector is particularly prominent, employing residents at 1.6 times the metropolitan rate. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minor footprint, accounting for 5.1% of jobs locally compared to 10.1% across the region. At the time of the Census, the area recorded a ratio of 0.9 jobs for every resident, indicating a strong concentration of local employment options. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the 12-month period ending March 2026 saw local employment grow by 0.2% while the labor force expanded by 2.7%, resulting in a 2.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% rise in employment and a 2.3% expansion of its labor force, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.2 percentage points. The national employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future hiring trends in Thomastown. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry breakdown to estimate future staffing shifts. Although nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce mix suggests that employment in Thomastown will grow by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Thomastown is $1,225 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $502 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,576 a year against an average of $55,414. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Thomastown SA2 recorded a median income of $48,576 and an average income of $55,414. These figures sit below the national average and compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across 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 $53,249 and an average of $60,745 in March 2026. Census statistics show that household, family, and individual incomes in Thomastown place the area between the 3rd and 15th percentiles nationally.
The largest income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, containing 28.6% of residents (5,893 people), which resembles the regional distribution where 32.8% fall into this bracket. Severe housing affordability issues are evident, with residents retaining just 83.2% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 15th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Thomastown had 7,278 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 6% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 44% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,700 a month. Rent absorbs 28.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing composition in Thomastown at the time of the Census consisted of 84.3% separate houses and 15.7% other dwellings, including apartments, townhouses, and alternative residences. In comparison, the broader Melbourne metropolitan area recorded 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in the locality was high at 44.3%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (26.0%) or occupied by tenants (29.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,700, and the median weekly rent was $350, both of which sit below the metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Thomastown are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent payments are below the countrywide average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Thomastown counted 7,278 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 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 local households at 72.5%, which includes couples with children at 31.2%, couples without children at 24.9%, and single parents at 14.5%. The remaining 27.5% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 24.4% and group households making up 3.1% of the total. The median size of households is 2.6 residents, matching the metropolitan average for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.4% of adults in Thomastown hold a university qualification, including 13.0% with a bachelor degree and 6.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.0% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 2,203 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 985 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 region shows lower levels of higher education attainment, with university graduation rates at 20.4%, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This highlights a clear gap and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 13.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 6.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 26.0% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.0%) and certificates (17.0%). Student numbers are high in the area, with 27.3% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This enrollment consists of 7.8% in primary school, 6.7% in high school, and 5.1% in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Thomastown reaches 117 stops on 14 routes, timetabled for about 8,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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An analysis of public transport reveals 117 active passenger transport stops in Thomastown, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 14 different routes, supporting a total of 8,435 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transport is good, with residents living an average of 202 meters from their nearest stop. Because this is a residential area, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb to work. Driving remains the main way to travel at 83%, while trains are used by 11% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles.
Census data from 2021 shows that 16.1% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions. Across all transit routes, services run at an average frequency of 1,205 trips daily, which represents approximately 72 weekly trips for each individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the suburb.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.7% of residents in Thomastown report no long-term health condition. 10.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 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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The area displays favorable health trends, based on an analysis of mortality and chronic disease rates by AreaSearch. The incidence of common illnesses is low within the general population, although it is higher than national averages among older, vulnerable groups. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is low, standing at roughly 47% of the population (~9,768 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national benchmark of 55.7%. Arthritis and diabetes are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.5% and 7.1% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 69.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents under the age of 65 experience health outcomes that are better than average. Individuals aged 65 and older represent 22.1% of the local population (4,564 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%, though this cohort ranks lower on a national scale than the rest of the local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
54.2% of Thomastown residents were born overseas and 68.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 96% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Italian (12.3%) and Australian (10.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The locality stands out nationally for its cultural diversity, with 54.2% of residents born outside Australia and 68.9% using a language other than English in their homes. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 50.3% of the population. The most distinct variance from regional norms is in Islam, which is practiced by 16.2% of the local population, compared to a Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are Other at 22.8% of the population, which is higher than the regional level of 14.6%, Italian at 12.3%, which is higher than the regional average of 5.2%, and Australian at 10.2%, which is lower than the metropolitan average of 18.4%.
Significant differences are also visible in other ethnic groups: Macedonian ancestry is high at 8.4% of the population (compared to 0.7% regionally), Greek ancestry is at 6.8% (compared to 2.7% regionally), and Vietnamese ancestry is at 6.1% (compared to 1.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Thomastown is 39. 28.3% 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 39 years in Thomastown is higher than the metropolitan average of 37 and close to the national average of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, the 75 - 84 age group has a strong presence at 8.8%, while children aged 5 - 14 are less common at 9.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 7.9% to 8.8%. In contrast, the 65 to 74 group has decreased from 11.3% to 9.9%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic forecasts project major changes, led by the 45 to 54 group, which is expected to grow by 42% (922 people), increasing from 2,174 to 3,097.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Thomastown
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 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 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 — 369 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,998 at the 2021 Census → 20,608 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 (209041223). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.