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Wallan has an estimated 31,599 residents, up from 22,627 at the 2021 Census — a change of 8,972 people, or 39.7%. Growth has averaged 7.1% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 3,865 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 71.3% of that increase. Density is about 62 people per 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, Wallan accommodates approximately 31,599 people as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 8,972 residents (39.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 22,627 individuals. The shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 30,342 from June 2025 and 3,865 validated new addresses documented after the Census date. This population size yields a density of 62 persons per square kilometer, which translates to plenty of space for each resident. The expansion rate of 39.7% since the 2021 census outpaced the state at 9.3%, as well as the nationwide average, positioning the locality as a leading growth zone.
Relocation from other states drove the majority of this rise, accounting for roughly 71.3% of the total population increase during recent times, though natural growth and immigration from overseas also contributed positively. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point, are used by AreaSearch for each SA2. For SA2 areas lacking this data, AreaSearch employs Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusting them through a weighted aggregation of population expansion from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period from 2032 to 2041. Based on these expected demographic transitions, the locality is projected to experience rapid expansion that ranks in the highest 10 percent of areas nationwide, with an anticipated gain of 45,734 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating a cumulative rise of 140.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
4,269 new dwellings have been approved in Wallan over the past five years, an average of 853 a year. That places the area in the 96th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 27 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 690 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 94% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 656, 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 approximately 853 residential building approvals have been registered annually in Wallan, amounting to 4,269 dwellings over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, there have been 602 approvals recorded. Over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, the area averaged 2.1 new residents per year for each approved dwelling, pointing to solid demand that should underpin local property markets. The average construction cost for these new dwellings is $269,000, which sits below typical regional levels and points to more economical purchasing options. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $18.7 million this financial year, showing moderate non-residential development activity.
Wallan yields 150.0% more new residential approvals per person than Greater Melbourne, offering prospective buyers a wide selection. This level of activity is also considerably above the national benchmark, pointing to solid developer enthusiasm for the area. The mix of new construction consists of 94.0% detached houses and 6.0% townhouses or apartments, which preserves the established low-density feel of the neighborhood and focuses on spacious family residences. Having approximately 36 people for each dwelling approval indicates that Wallan behaves like a typical growth corridor. Projecting forward, the population of Wallan is set to expand by 44,477 residents by 2041, measured from the latest quarterly figures compiled by AreaSearch. Construction rates are currently keeping pace with this projected influx, although purchasers could face more intense competition as the local population increases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Wallan
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 48 current infrastructure and development projects inside Wallan, worth an estimated $24.5 billion. A further 152 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $90.8 billion. 79 are already under construction and 81 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning decisions represent key drivers of area performance. AreaSearch has tracked 61 projects that are anticipated to impact the local community. Significant undertakings include the Beveridge North West Precinct Structure Plan, Wallan Junction, the Darraweit Road Upgrade, and the Wallan Town Heart, with details of the most significant projects listed below.
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Coles Supermarket Beveridge
A full-line Coles supermarket under construction on the western side of the corner of Camerons Lane and Patterson Road in Beveridge. Mitchell Shire Council approved the planning permit in May 2025 and construction is now underway, with the store targeted to open in the second half of 2026. The development will be the first supermarket in Beveridge, providing residents with convenient access to groceries and everyday essentials in the rapidly growing community.
Wallan East Integrated Family and Children's Centre
Construction of an integrated community hub providing early years and wrap-around family services. Key features include 4 sessional kindergarten rooms (capacity for 132 children), maternal and child health services, primary and allied health care spaces, and multi-purpose areas for adult learning and community support groups. The facility is strategically located alongside Muyan Primary School in the Wallara Waters development.
Beveridge Village
A $23 million neighbourhood shopping centre spanning 1,423 square metres with 14 tenancies serving a growing catchment of 64,000 residents, with the local population forecast to surge by 708 per cent by 2041. Confirmed tenants include Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten (142 childcare places), Ray White, Thirsty Camel, Beveridge Groceries, and Subway, plus a small supermarket, laundromat, barber, and additional food and beverage outlets. Construction commenced September 2025 and is being delivered by Oreana's in-house construction team, with the centre expected to open in Q2 2026.
Lyra Local Convenience Centre
Proposed 9,432 sqm mixed-use local convenience centre within Stockland's Lyra masterplanned community. The site is planned to accommodate a supermarket, childcare, medical services, quick service retail and specialty shops serving around 1,400 homes in the Lyra estate and the wider Beveridge growth corridor. As of 2026 the site has been marketed for sale as a fully serviced, development-ready opportunity, with an end developer or retail operator yet to be secured.
Beveridge North West Precinct Structure Plan
The Beveridge North West Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) is a massive urban growth project covering 1,275 hectares within the Northern Growth Corridor. Approved in August 2025 via Amendment C158mith, the plan facilitates the delivery of 15,000 new homes for approximately 47,000 residents. Key infrastructure includes four local town centres, eight government schools, and 320 hectares of open space and waterways. A controversial basalt quarry operated by Conundrum Holdings is approved within the precinct under strict controls, including a 2km buffer and a mandatory rehabilitation deadline of 2052.Development is staged, with initial stages focused on 2,400 homes and later phases contingent on the 900 million AUD Camerons Lane interchange on the Hume Freeway, which entered reference design phase in late 2026.
Wallan East Integrated Family and Children's Centre
Integrated family and children's centre under construction beside Muyan Primary School. The facility will include four kindergarten rooms, maternal and child health services, allied health consulting rooms and flexible community spaces with capacity for up to 132 kindergarten children. Construction is on track for opening in early 2027.
Greenhill Recreation Precinct
Major multi-stage recreation precinct for the rapidly growing Wallan-Beveridge region, centred on a leading-edge indoor aquatics facility (25m pool, learn-to-swim, hydrotherapy pool), a dedicated gymnastics facility, indoor and outdoor multi-use courts, sports ovals, and open space. The master plan was endorsed by Mitchell Shire Council in September 2024. Total estimated cost is $366 million with Stage 1 (enabling infrastructure, gymnastics and aquatics) costed at $163 million. Council is actively seeking federal and state funding commitments.
Watson Street Diamond Interchange
Major road infrastructure upgrade to create a full diamond interchange by adding an outbound exit ramp and an inbound entry ramp connecting Watson Street to the Hume Freeway. The project includes new traffic signals, road resurfacing, and improved walking and cycling paths to reduce congestion and improve safety for the Wallan community.
15,395 residents of Wallan are employed, from a labour force of 16,447. Unemployment sits at 6.4%, with participation at 71.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 25,905, about 82% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Wallan is highly capable, particularly within the construction industry which is strongly represented. The area has an unemployment rate of 6.4% and has maintained steady employment conditions over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 15,395 employed residents. This unemployment rate is 1.6% higher than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while participation in the labour force matches the Greater Melbourne average of 70.2% closely. Census records show that a moderate 17.9% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. The construction sector exhibits a high degree of local specialization, employing 1.7 times the proportion of workers seen regionally. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for just 4.1% of local workers compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. Comparing the number of local jobs to the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities are somewhat restricted. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that for the year ending March 2026, the number of employed individuals rose by 0.4% while the total workforce grew by 2.8%, leading to a 2.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% rise in employment alongside a 2.3% rise in the labour force, resulting in a minor 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future labor demand in Wallan. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, were applied to local employment statistics to project future staffing trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely across different sectors. Adjusting for the local industry mix suggests employment among Wallan residents should rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison rather than a forecast based on local population dynamics.
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Median household income in Wallan is $2,002 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $862 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,613 a year against an average of $65,520. 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 ATO postcode statistics for financial year 2023 processed by AreaSearch, tax-paying residents in the Wallan SA2 earn a median income of $57,613 and an average income of $65,520. These figures are slightly below national averages, and compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 in Greater Melbourne. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $63,155 for the median and $71,823 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes in Wallan near the 63rd percentile nationwide.
Income bracket statistics show that 41.7% of the population (13,176 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings range, which compares to 32.8% for the wider comparative region. Accommodation costs absorb 15.9% of income, yet solid overall earnings leave disposable income at the 65th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 5th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Wallan had 7,227 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 60% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $361 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month. Rent absorbs 18.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.7%. 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 stock in Wallan at the time of the latest Census consisted of 94.9% standalone houses and 5.1% alternative dwellings such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. The rate of outright home ownership was 21.0%, trailing metropolitan Melbourne, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (60.2%) or tenants (18.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in Wallan was $1,800, which is below the metropolitan Melbourne average of $2,000. The median weekly rent was $361, compared to $390 in metropolitan Melbourne.
Globally, Wallan's mortgage costs are below the national average of $1,863, and rent levels sit below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Wallan counted 7,227 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 10,093 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 45% are couples with children, more than in 89% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 15% 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 vast majority of households at 83.0%, consisting of couples with children at 45.0%, couples without children at 24.7%, and single parent families at 12.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.0%, with single person households representing 15.2% and group shared households making up 1.7%. The median household occupancy of 3.0 persons is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.4% of adults in Wallan hold a university qualification, including 12.0% with a bachelor degree and 4.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.1% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 3,606 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 995 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 locality presents educational disparities, with university graduation rates at 18.4%, significantly below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This gap indicates both a challenge and a potential focus area for educational investment. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 12.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.6% and certificates at 29.1%. Enrollment rates are high, with 32.0% of the population actively participating in education.
This includes 12.7% attending primary schools, 7.8% enrolled in secondary education, and 3.3% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Wallan reaches 47 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 740 services a week. The typical home sits about 660 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 local transport options indicates 47 active stops are available in Wallan, comprising a combination of bus and train options. These stops are served by 9 unique routes, which support 742 passenger trips per week. Transport accessibility is considered limited, with residents living an average of 661 meters from the nearest stop. The locality is primarily residential, and the vast majority of workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 94%. Households own an average of 1.9 vehicles, exceeding the regional benchmark.
Approximately 17.9% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census records, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules. Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 106 trips per day, which translates to approximately 15 weekly trips per active stop.
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71.4% of residents in Wallan report no long-term health condition. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the presence of long-term health issues, Wallan exhibits favorable health indicators. The prevalence of common illnesses is generally low across the wider community, though it rises above national benchmarks among older, vulnerable cohorts. Approximately 52% of the population (~16,399 people) hold private health insurance, slightly below the average SA2 area rate. This compares to 56.7% cover across Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent conditions reported, affecting 9.1% and 8.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 71.4% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Health outcomes within the working-age population align with typical levels. Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.9% of the population (3,115 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne share of 15.0%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Wallan is largely Australian-born, at 80.1% of residents, with 18.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (26.7%) and English (24.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Wallan displays above-average cultural diversity, with 19.9% of the local population born overseas and 18.9% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.0% of residents. The most pronounced religious divergence is in the Other category, which represents 5.3% of local residents, compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. For parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Wallan are Australian at 26.7% of the population (substantially above the regional average of 18.4%), English at 24.5%, and Other at 10.7%. There are also distinct concentrations of other heritages: Maltese heritage is overrepresented at 2.2% of Wallan (vs 1.1% regionally), Macedonian at 0.9% (vs 0.7%), and Italian at 5.5% (vs 5.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Wallan is 32, younger than 88% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of Wallan residents is 32 years, making the area younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Wallan has a larger proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (16.0%) but fewer aged 75 - 84 (2.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 15.5% to 18.1% of the population. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 10.3% to 8.9% and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 12.3% to 11.1%.
Demographic projections suggest the age distribution in Wallan will shift by 2041. The 35 to 44 cohort is projected to see the largest increase at 129%, adding 7,385 residents to reach a total of 13,105.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Wallan
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 48 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 — 3,865 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (22,627 at the 2021 Census → 31,599 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 (209041224). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.