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Watsonia has an estimated 9,511 residents, up from 9,236 at the 2021 Census — a change of 275 people, or 3.0%. That puts 2,510 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 Watsonia stands at approximately 9,511 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 275 individuals (3.0%) from the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 9,236. This growth is estimated using the June 2025 ABS resident population estimate of 9,504, combined with 50 validated new addresses added after the Census date. With a density of 2,509 persons per square kilometer, Watsonia is positioned in the top quartile of all areas evaluated nationwide by AreaSearch. Its 3.0% post-census growth rate is within 2.5 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (5.5%), indicating competitive underlying growth dynamics.
The main driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 57.3% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are used by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs Victorian State Government projections from 2023, applying a weighted aggregation method to scale population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. The age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all regions for the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, Watsonia is projected to experience substantial population growth, placing it in the top quartile of analysed statistical areas. Based on the most recent annual ERP figures, the area is projected to grow by 2,949 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 30.9% over the 16 years.
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135 new dwellings have been approved in Watsonia over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 22 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 50% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, 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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Watsonia averages approximately 27 residential development approvals annually, totaling 135 approved homes over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 23 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Because Watsonia has added an average of only 0.2 new residents per built dwelling over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the supply is meeting or exceeding demand. This provides purchasers with more options and supports potential growth above projected levels, with newly constructed dwellings averaging a value of $381,000. Furthermore, commercial development is moving at a moderate pace, with $23.6 million in commercial approvals registered during the current financial year.
Residential development in Watsonia is significantly below the regional average per capita, showing 57.0% less activity than Greater Melbourne. Such limited new construction typically helps to support demand and price growth for existing properties. This pace of development is also lower than the national average, indicating a mature market and highlighting potential constraints on new projects. The composition of new developments is split evenly, with 50.0% comprised of detached homes and 50.0% consisting of medium and high-density housing. This emphasis on higher-density options offers more budget-friendly paths to homeownership and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct departure from the current local housing stock (which stands at 91.0% houses), driven by a scarcity of development sites and the need to meet changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. Reflecting the established nature of the suburb, the ratio of residents to new dwelling approvals stands at about 493 people per approval. Long-term forecasts suggest that Watsonia will add 2,942 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current building rates persist, the supply of new housing may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Watsonia
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 78 current infrastructure and development projects close to Watsonia, worth an estimated $42.8 billion. 17 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 planning developments, and new initiatives exert a major influence on local performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 7 projects that are likely to affect the area. Notable projects include the 149 McKimmies Road Residential Precinct, the Uni Hill Factory Outlets Stage 3A, the Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan, and the M80 Ring Road Completion, with details provided below on the developments most relevant to this location.
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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.
M80 Ring Road Completion
Final stage of the M80 Ring Road upgrade, completing the link between Plenty Road, Greensborough and the North East Link tunnels in Watsonia. The project delivers 14 km of new lanes, express lanes connecting to the North East Link, and major new interchanges at Plenty Road and Grimshaw Street. Key features include two landscaped bridges at Elder Street and Watsonia Road, a new accessible overpass at Macorna Street, and over 10 km of walking and cycling paths.It utilizes smart freeway technology and is designed to remove approximately 19,000 vehicles per day from local roads.
Diamond Creek Township Streetscape Improvements
Streetscape improvements throughout Diamond Creek township including tree planting, improved lighting, pedestrian infrastructure, and public realm enhancements to support local business and community amenity. Part of the Diamond Creek Major Activity Centre Structure Plan.
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.
Hurstbridge Rail Line Upgrades (Watsonia-Eltham)
A major upgrade of the Hurstbridge line integrated with the North East Link project. Key milestones include the completion of Melbourne's third longest rail tunnel at Watsonia (500 metres) in late 2025 and the rebuilding of the Grimshaw Street Bridge. The project encompasses track duplication, new stations at Greensborough and Montmorency, and extensive signalling and power upgrades. Final finishing works and rail corridor improvements are continuing into mid-2026 to enhance service frequency and reliability for Melbourne's northeast.
Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan
Master plan project providing long-term direction for community infrastructure delivery in Diamond Creek. Includes a Community Hub with a library, creative spaces, and a Neighbourhood House, plus an Aquatic, Health and Fitness Centre. Currently in Phase B.2b, targeting exhibition of the final Draft Master Plan between September 2025 and June 2026.
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.
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.
5,301 residents of Watsonia are employed, from a labour force of 5,516. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 71.0%. 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 7,542, about 79% 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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Watsonia is characterized by a highly educated workforce with a strong concentration of professionals, a low unemployment rate of 3.9%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.7% over the last year. In March 2026, the employed resident population stood at 5,301, while the local unemployment rate was 0.9% lower than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate aligns closely with the Greater Melbourne level of 70.2%. Census data reveals that a significant proportion of working residents, 34.3%, performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The local workforce is heavily specialized in health care & social assistance, holding a share of employment that is 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food is under-represented, employing only 4.4% of the Watsonia workforce compared to 6.4% across Greater Melbourne. Comparing the count of the local working population with the resident workforce indicates that this heavily residential suburb provides limited local employment opportunities. According to AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the year ending March 2026, the number of employed residents grew by 1.7% while the overall labour force rose by 2.9%, leading to a 1.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends in Watsonia. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to estimate potential growth patterns. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local employment mix suggests Watsonia's employment could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Watsonia is $1,961 a week (about $102,000 a year), with median personal income at $871 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,624 a year against an average of $74,195. 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 level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023, incomes in the Watsonia SA2 exceed national averages, with the median income recorded at $63,624 and the average income at $74,195. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a median income of $57,688 and an average income of $75,164. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $69,745 for the median and $81,333 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Watsonia were situated around the 62nd percentile nationally.
Income distribution data shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 32.2% of the local population (3,062 individuals), which aligns with the regional figure of 32.8% in the same bracket. After paying for housing costs, residents retain 86.2% of their income for other expenses, and the area's SEIFA index for income places it in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Watsonia had 3,506 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 1% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,037 a month. Rent absorbs 19.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the most recent Census, the distribution of dwelling types in Watsonia consisted of 91.0% houses and 9.0% alternative dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other housing), whereas the Melbourne metropolitan area average stood at 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Watsonia was notably higher than the metropolitan Melbourne level, reaching 38.5%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (38.4%) or rented (23.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in Watsonia was $2,037, compared to the Melbourne metro average of $2,000. The median weekly rent was recorded at $390, which matches the Melbourne metro average of $390.
On a national level, Watsonia's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Watsonia counted 3,506 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of the community at 73.9%, which includes 34.5% couples with children, 26.4% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.1% of homes, with single person households representing 23.1% and group households making up 3.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 residents matches the Greater Melbourne average.
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33.6% of adults in Watsonia hold a university qualification, including 21.5% with a bachelor degree and 8.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.2% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,073 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,050 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 levels in Watsonia are lower than the regional averages, with 33.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 41.2% in the SA3 region. This difference points to opportunities for future skills development and academic advancement. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 21.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are well-represented, with 31.1% of residents aged 15 and older holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (20.2%). A significant proportion of the population is engaged in education, with 26.8% of residents enrolled in formal study.
This student population includes 9.3% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, and 4.9% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Watsonia reaches 55 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 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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Public transport data shows 55 active transport stops in Watsonia, which consist of various bus services. These stops are served by 7 different routes, providing a total of 3,032 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is excellent, with residents living an average of 188 meters from the nearest stop. As the suburb is primarily residential, the majority of residents travel outside the area for work. Private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 85%, followed by train travel at 9%. Average car ownership is 1.4 vehicles per household. Additionally, 34.3% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions).
Across all routes, service frequency averages 433 trips per day, which translates to approximately 55 passenger trips per week for each transport stop.
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68.1% of residents in Watsonia report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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An assessment of local health indicators reveals favorable outcomes for Watsonia, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses. The rate of common health issues is low across the general population, although it is higher than the national average within older, high-risk groups. The level of private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 56% of the population (~5,335 people) holding cover. The most prevalent health conditions recorded in the region were mental health difficulties and arthritis, which affect 8.4% and 8.3% of the population, respectively.
Meanwhile, 68.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health statistics for the working-age cohort are in line with general averages. Seniors aged 65 and older represent 20.0% of the local population (1,906 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne share of 15.0%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Watsonia is largely Australian-born, at 77.9% of residents, with 20.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (23.9%) and English (22.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Watsonia exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 22.1% of the population born outside of Australia and 20.0% of residents speaking a language other than English in their homes. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 48.8% of Watsonia's population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is seen in Hinduism, which represents 2.1% of the local population, compared to 4.4% in the Greater Melbourne region. Regarding family ancestry (parents' country of birth), the three most common ancestries in Watsonia are Australian at 23.9% of the population (significantly above the regional average of 18.4%), English at 22.9%, and Irish at 9.5%.
There are also notable differences in other ancestral backgrounds: Macedonian ancestry is overrepresented at 1.2% of Watsonia (compared to 0.7% across the region), Italian ancestry stands at 7.3% (compared to 5.2% regionally), and Greek ancestry accounts for 2.9% (compared to 2.7% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Watsonia is 39. 23.0% 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 in Watsonia is 39 years, which is slightly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 years and very close to the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the 75 - 84 age group is over-represented at 7.4% locally, while the 25 - 34 age bracket is under-represented at 12.6%. Data collected since the 2021 Census shows that the cohort aged 85 and over has increased from 2.2% to 3.4% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 14.1% to 12.6%.
Demographic projections for 2041 indicate significant age shifts for Watsonia, led by the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to grow by 40% (481 people), rising from 1,207 to 1,689.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Watsonia
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, Local governments Daily | May 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 May 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 — 50 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,236 at the 2021 Census → 9,511 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 (209011204). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.