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Viewbank - Yallambie has an estimated 19,006 residents, up from 18,733 at the 2021 Census — a change of 273 people, or 1.5%. 110 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,856 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 population residing in Viewbank - Yallambie stands at approximately 19,006 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 273 people (1.5%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 18,733 people. These figures are derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 18,993 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 110 validated new addresses identified following the Census. Consequently, the local population density reaches 1,856 persons per square kilometer, tracking higher than the nationwide benchmark evaluated by AreaSearch. Inbound international migration served as the primary demographic catalyst, accounting for roughly 88.1% of recent net population additions.
Population modeling by AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections published in 2024 (using 2022 as baseline data). Where local coverage is absent, 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections are adapted via population-weighted LGA-to-SA2 aggregations. Furthermore, age-cohort growth rates derived from these models are projected across every region from 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic patterns, Viewbank - Yallambie is anticipated to rank within the top quartile of all statistical areas evaluated by AreaSearch, expanding by 7,001 persons by 2041 according to recent annual ERP statistics, representing an overall expansion of 36.8% over the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
215 new dwellings have been approved in Viewbank - Yallambie over the past five years, an average of 43 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 43 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 53% 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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Dwelling approvals in Viewbank - Yallambie have tracked at an annual rate of approximately 43 dwellings, culminating in 215 homes approved over the past 5 financial years. In the context of recent local population contraction, this level of building activity has remained comparatively sufficient for prospective purchasers. Meanwhile, approved residential projects reflect an average expected construction cost of $604,000—moderately higher than regional figures—pointing toward an emphasis on higher-end builds. Alongside housing, non-residential activity saw $9.7 million in commercial approvals during this financial year, showing moderate commercial construction. Per capita residential construction in Viewbank - Yallambie tracks 68.0% below the Greater Melbourne regional average.
This restrained volume of building activity typically bolsters values and elevates buyer interest for established dwellings. The reduced building volume also trails the national benchmark, highlighting established suburban maturity and possible planning or land restrictions. Current building approvals comprise 53.0% standalone homes alongside 47.0% townhouses or apartments, demonstrating a growing transition toward medium-density housing that provides entry points across various budgets, balancing traditional family houses with compact housing options. This marks a clear evolution from the prevailing residential composition (85.0% houses), reflecting a scarcity of vacant land alongside evolving buyer demands for diverse housing formats. Averaging roughly 575 people per dwelling approval, the locality displays characteristics of a fully established housing market. Demographic projections from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate indicate that Viewbank - Yallambie will add 6,988 residents through to 2041. If residential building activity continues at its current pace, future dwelling delivery may fail to match population expansion, which could heighten buyer competition and reinforce upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Viewbank - Yallambie
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Viewbank - Yallambie, worth an estimated $26.1 billion. A further 94 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $191.4 billion. 24 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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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Local infrastructure investment, major development works, and strategic planning decisions play a critical role in shaping regional property performance. A total of 15 key infrastructure and development initiatives have been identified by AreaSearch as having significant relevance to Viewbank - Yallambie. Notable projects include the North East Link, North East Link Environmental Parklands, Rosanna Village Masterplan & Redevelopment, and the 149 McKimmies Road Residential Precinct, with primary focus directed toward the initiatives carrying the greatest local significance.
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North East Link
Major Victorian road program completing the missing link in Melbourne's orbital freeway network. It includes twin 6.5 km road tunnels from Watsonia to Bulleen, upgrades to the Eastern Freeway and M80 Ring Road, Melbourne's first dedicated Eastern Busway, new and upgraded walking and cycling paths, new parklands, wetlands and sports facility upgrades. Major construction is underway, including tunnelling, the Bulleen interchange, Eastern Freeway works and M80 Ring Road Completion works, with the program planned to open in 2028.
North East Link Environmental Parklands
Creation of 5 MCGs of new community parklands at Borlase Reserve as part of the North East Link tunnel project, including adventure and nature playgrounds, fitness areas, walking trails, a wildlife crossing, and revitalised Banyule Creek wetlands. A new pedestrian Eel (Iuk) bridge over Lower Plenty Road will connect the parklands to Banyule Flats and Yarra River trails. Tunnelling on the main North East Link bored tunnels was completed in July 2026, with above-ground works including the Borlase Reserve parklands and Greensborough Road boulevard continuing ahead of the project's scheduled opening in 2028.
BioNTech mRNA Manufacturing Facility
Construction of a state-of-the-art clinical-scale mRNA manufacturing facility and R&D laboratory by BioNTech at La Trobe University. The facility will produce investigational mRNA-based medicines, including cancer immunotherapies and vaccines, supporting clinical trials across the Asia-Pacific region. The clinical facility is expected to be completed in 2026.
Plenty River Trail Upgrades
The Plenty River Trail Upgrades project involves enhancements to the access path between Allima Ave, Yallambie, and Willinda Park, Greensborough. Key improvements include widened pathways for better accessibility, upgraded drainage systems, improved lighting for enhanced safety, new seating areas, and updated signage to improve user experience for walkers, cyclists, and families. The project aims to create a safer and more enjoyable recreational environment while supporting local biodiversity.
Manningham Road Interchange
A major new interchange in Bulleen forming part of the North East Link tunnels project. The interchange features a simplified design with entry and exit ramps that will redirect 14,700 vehicles each day from Bulleen Road into the tunnel system, returning local roads to the community while preserving the historic River Red Gum on Bridge Street. As of May 2026, the Spark Joint Venture team has completed the final base slab pour on the northbound ramp (using 272 tonnes of reinforcement steel and 956 cubic metres of concrete), with the final plenum slab pour on the southbound ramp also complete.Crews are progressing 24/7 tunnel ramp excavation and have assembled the 550 tonne gantry crane to retrieve the Tunnel Boring Machines. Eastbound traffic was successfully shifted onto new permanent Manningham Road lanes in late January 2026, and a Longitudinal Egress Passage precast panel will be installed before the northbound ramp opens to construction crews. The interchange will connect the Manningham Cut and Cover box to the SEM tunnel and is scheduled to open with the broader North East Link in 2028.
Austin Hospital Emergency Department Expansion
The Austin Hospital Emergency Department Expansion is a $275 million healthcare infrastructure project funded by the Victorian Government. Delivered by Built and the Victorian Health Building Authority, the project constructs a new multi-storey emergency facility adding up to 29 emergency treatment spaces, a dedicated paediatric emergency zone, and upgraded short-stay units. Main construction is underway with completion scheduled for 2028.
106-126 Main Street Greensborough Affordable Housing
A 17-storey mixed-use development fast-tracked under the Victorian Government Development Facilitation Program. The project delivers 211 affordable dwellings, ground-level retail, and commercial spaces. Managed by HousingFirst, it features communal areas and improved pedestrian links near the Greensborough train station. While a planning permit (PA2503550) was issued by the Department of Transport and Planning, construction start dates are yet to be confirmed as of May 2026.
Bell Street Mall Neighbourhood Activity Centre Masterplan
Masterplan and Design Guide to revitalise Bell Street Mall. Includes new public spaces, well-designed higher-density housing, preserving historic character, promoting economic growth, and urban design frameworks for building heights and landscaping. The Masterplan was adopted in December 2025 with works to improve signage, shopfronts, seating, lighting, and murals scheduled to begin in late 2026.
10,553 residents of Viewbank - Yallambie are employed, from a labour force of 10,838. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 69.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 15,255, about 80% 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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Viewbank - Yallambie features a well-educated labor market characterized by strong representation across professional services, an unemployment rate standing at only 2.6%, and an estimated 2.4% annual employment increase. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 10,553, with local unemployment sitting 2.1% lower than the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, while labor force participation matches the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 70.1%. Census findings further indicated that 38.4% of employed locals conducted their work from home, a figure influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time. The primary employment fields for the local workforce consist of health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, as well as education & training.
Specialization is particularly pronounced in public administration & safety, where local representation is 2.2 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, manufacturing accounts for a comparatively small share of jobs, employing only 4.9% of local workers relative to 7.2% across Greater Melbourne. Given the area's predominantly suburban character, internal employment capacity remains limited when comparing resident workers to local workplace counts. According to AreaSearch’s review of SALM and ABS figures, the period ending March 2026 saw employment grow by 2.4 percent while the labour force expanded by 2.9 percent, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1 percent, a labour force increase of 2.3 percent, and an unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia’s national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context for anticipated future demand in Viewbank - Yallambie. These outlooks span five and ten year horizons and have been overlaid onto the area’s current employment structure to gauge likely growth trajectories. Nationally, employment is projected to rise by 6.6 percent over five years and by 13.7 percent over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-level estimates are applied to the employment composition of Viewbank - Yallambie, local employment is expected to grow by 6.9 percent over five years and 14.1 percent over ten years. This calculation relies on a straightforward weighting method for demonstration only and excludes localised population forecasts.
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Median household income in Viewbank - Yallambie is $2,025 a week (about $105,000 a year), with median personal income at $900 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,507 a year against an average of $82,879. 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 taxation data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 reveals that the Viewbank - Yallambie SA2 recorded a median individual taxpayer income of $63,507 and an average of $82,879, placing local earnings among the highest nationally and outpacing Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, local figures are estimated at approximately $69,616 (median) and $90,852 (average) as of March 2026. Data from Census 2021 shows local household, family, and individual incomes aligning around the 67th percentile across Australia.
In terms of earnings distribution, 30.6% of residents (5,815 residents) earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, reflecting broader regional figures where 32.8% fall within this bracket. High-income earners are also well represented, with 31.2% receiving over $3,000 per week, pointing to considerable spending capacity. Housing costs consume 13.7% of income, while overall earnings place the community in the 71st percentile for disposable income and within the 8th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Viewbank - Yallambie had 6,799 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 1% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,200 a month. Rent absorbs 19.8% 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 most recent Census, the local housing landscape in Viewbank - Yallambie consisted of 84.8% houses alongside 15.1% other dwellings (encompassing semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwelling formats), whereas Melbourne metro recorded 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Viewbank - Yallambie reached 40.9%, substantially exceeding metropolitan levels, while 38.2% of dwellings were being purchased with a mortgage and 20.9% were occupied by renters. Median monthly mortgage commitments stood at $2,200, exceeding the Melbourne metro benchmark of $2,000, while median weekly rent was $400 compared to $390 across the wider metropolis.
On a national scale, mortgage obligations in Viewbank - Yallambie notably surpass the Australian median of $1,863, with local rental costs also exceeding the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Viewbank - Yallambie counted 6,799 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 77% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the bulk of living arrangements at 75.4% of total households, comprising couples with children at 39.2%, couples without children at 24.4%, and single parent families making up 11.0%. The remaining 24.6% consists of non-family living arrangements, primarily lone person households (22.6%) alongside group households (2.1%). The median household size across the area sits at 2.6 people, aligning precisely with the Greater Melbourne figure.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
40.1% of adults in Viewbank - Yallambie hold a university qualification, including 24.6% with a bachelor degree and 11.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 84% of areas nationally. A further 16.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,839 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,093 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 attainment across the community is pronounced compared to broader benchmarks, with tertiary qualification rates (40.1% of residents aged 15+) tracking well above the Australian figure of 30.4% and the wider SA4 region level of 32.8%. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest share of higher education credentials at 24.6%, complemented by postgraduate qualifications (11.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). In addition, technical and trade credentials are held by 27.1% of residents aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (11.1%) alongside certificates (16.0%). Levels of educational participation across the locality are elevated, with 29.1% of all residents actively engaged in formal study.
Within this student cohort, 10.2% attend primary education institutions, 8.0% are enrolled in secondary education, and 5.2% are undertaking tertiary education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Viewbank - Yallambie reaches 69 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 3,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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Analysis of the local transit network identifies 69 operational public transport stops across Viewbank - Yallambie, supported by bus connections. These stops are integrated across 7 distinct routes, generating 3,578 scheduled passenger services every week. Public transit convenience is considered good, with local residents situated an average of 233 meters from the nearest stop. Given the suburb's residential layout, the vast majority of commuters travel outside the area for employment, with private car travel serving as the primary method at 80%, complemented by 9% using train services and 5% walking.
Household vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 vehicles per dwelling on average, while 38.4% of residents worked remotely according to 2021 Census figures (which may reflect conditions during COVID-19). Transit service schedules deliver an average of 511 daily trips across the combined route network, providing approximately 51 weekly trip departures at each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.1% of residents in Viewbank - Yallambie report no long-term health condition. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 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 metrics for Viewbank - Yallambie demonstrate generally favorable wellbeing outcomes, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and morbidity tracking closely with national standards; chronic condition rates remain low across the broader population, although elevated across older, vulnerable demographics. Furthermore, private health insurance coverage is prominent, with roughly 61% of the resident population (11,555 people) maintaining private cover, exceeding both the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 56.7% and the nationwide figure of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent health challenges reported in the area, affecting 7.9% and 7.8% of residents, respectively.
Meanwhile, 70.1% of residents reported having no diagnosed medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. The working-age population exhibits strong overall health with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over account for 19.9% of the local demographic (3,780 people), surpassing the 15.1% share recorded in Greater Melbourne, though holding a lower national ranking relative to the broader community profile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.2% of Viewbank - Yallambie residents were born overseas and 25.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.4%) and Australian (21.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity within Viewbank - Yallambie exceeds that of most comparable local markets, with 27.2% of the local population born overseas and 25.7% using a language other than English in their households. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, observed by 47.3% of local residents. In relative terms, Hinduism exhibits notable presence, accounting for 2.4% of the population compared to 4.4% throughout Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, the most prominent groups in Viewbank - Yallambie are English ancestry at 22.4%, Australian ancestry at 21.1%, and Other backgrounds at 8.6% (which sits below the regional level of 14.6%).
Several European ancestries also display above-average representation locally, including Italian backgrounds at 7.3% (compared to 5.2% across the wider region), Macedonian backgrounds at 1.1% (versus 0.7%), and Croatian backgrounds at 1.0% (versus 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Viewbank - Yallambie is 40. 22.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic profile of Viewbank - Yallambie displays a skew toward older age brackets. As of August 2026 estimates, retiree and senior age brackets (65+) constitute 19.9% of all residents, compared to 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, while individuals aged 25 - 44 account for 25.1%, below the regional benchmark of 32.1%. The estimated median age in Viewbank - Yallambie is 40 as at August 2026, remaining identical to the 2021 Census result and standing 3 years older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded during that Census. Long-term projections indicate that older cohorts will represent the majority of expansion through 2041, increasing by 2,473 residents (65%) to reach 6,253 individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Viewbank - Yallambie
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 | Jul 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 Jul 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 — 110 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (18,733 at the 2021 Census → 19,006 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 (209011203). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.