Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek has an estimated 14,911 residents, up from 14,417 at the 2021 Census — a change of 494 people, or 3.4%. 121 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 556 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 demographic evaluations by AreaSearch, the population of Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek stands at approximately 14,911 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 494 residents (3.4%) relative to the 14,417 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. Such growth is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population figure of 14,859 as of June 2025 alongside 121 validated new addresses registered following the Census. With an overall density of 556 persons per square kilometer, the locality affords generous space per occupant as well as capacity for future development.

Surpassing the broader SA3 benchmark of 1.8%, the 3.4% rise since the 2021 census positions Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek among regional leaders in growth. Natural increase served as the primary demographic driver, accounting for roughly 57.0% of total recent gains. Projections for each SA2 region are drawn from ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 (benchmarked to 2022), with unlisted localities incorporating VIC State Government Regional/LGA figures published in 2023 via weighted LGA-to-SA2 growth aggregation. These aggregations also supply age-cohort growth trajectories applied across all regions for 2032 to 2041. Based on expected demographic shifts, the locality is projected to perform within the upper quartile of statistical territories assessed by AreaSearch. Building on the most recent annual ERP figures, an expansion of 2,980 persons is expected by 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 19.6% across the 16 years.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Total population for the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,911 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,859 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 changed since 2021?
The wattle glen - diamond creek sa2 has added approximately 494 people and shown a 3.43% increase from the 14,417 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The population density in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is estimated at 556 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Population growth in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (57.0%), Overseas migration (43.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 57.0% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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247 new dwellings have been approved in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek over the past five years, an average of 49 a year. That is 3.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 50 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 80% 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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Residential building approvals across Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek have averaged approximately 49 dwellings annually, accumulating to 247 homes throughout the preceding 5 financial years. Between FY-22 and FY-26, the area added an average of 1.1 persons per approved dwelling annually, indicating a balanced supply-demand dynamic and orderly market conditions. Over the past 2 financial years, however, this metric rose to 5.7 persons per dwelling, highlighting heightened local interest alongside potential supply pressures. Expected construction costs for new dwellings average $587,000, marginally outperforming the regional benchmark to reflect an emphasis on premium builds.

Concurrently, non-residential investment remains steady, with commercial approvals totalling $11.5 million recorded during the current financial year. Relative to Greater Melbourne on a per-capita basis, building activity in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek is 58.0% higher, offering purchasers wider selection despite a recent moderation in construction volume. Activity levels sit below national benchmarks, underscoring the established urban footprint and possible planning restrictions. Detached houses comprise 80.0% of newly approved residential development compared to 20.0% for townhouses or apartments, preserving a low-density character that caters to buyers seeking spacious living. A quiet, low-scale development environment is further evidenced by a ratio of 541 residents for every approved dwelling. According to the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch, Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek is projected to add 2,928 residents leading up to 2041. While ongoing residential construction currently aligns with demographic expansion forecasts, prospective buyers may encounter increased competition as local numbers grow.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 area has seen 55 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's current population of 14,911 has been supported by 49 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's development activity compare to the broader region?
The Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 has seen 0.34 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.86 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 541 people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, compared to one for every 121 in the broader region.
Is the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 2,928 people by 2041, around 976 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels may be insufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling. This indicates potential housing shortages if current approval trends continue.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 49, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is expected to grow by 2,928 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 976 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Over the past five years, the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 has grown by approximately 2,258 people, while 247 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 9.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 49 approvals per year and a population of 14,911, there appears to be a supply shortfall relative to projected demand, presenting strong opportunities for residential developers. With the population expected to increase by 2,928 people by 2041, around 976 new dwellings will be necessary. Current approval trends may be insufficient to meet forecast demand, indicating strong development opportunities.
Approvals Pipeline Development applications near Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

Development applications around Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

Development approvals is a new addition to AreaSearch. We’re actively expanding council coverage and refining the dataset — details and statuses for some councils may be partial. Check back regularly for the latest pipeline.
Application search is not available in Victoria. AreaSearch holds 13 applications for Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek, but they are a record of past activity rather than a current register. Victoria has no state-wide planning portal and its council coverage is uneven, so we have switched the search off here rather than return partial answers. We are currently investigating a solution. No credits are charged for Victorian applications, and building approvals from the ABS and the major projects we track are unaffected.

SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.

Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek, worth an estimated $215 million. A further 73 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $13 billion. 20 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans sports & recreation, transport & logistics and residential development. 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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Civic infrastructure, major public works, and planning frameworks significantly shape community development. AreaSearch has identified 17 active or planned initiatives likely to influence the district, highlighted by the Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan, Eltham Major Activity Centre, Nillumbik Waste Management Facility Upgrade, and Diamond Creek Outdoor Pool Upgrade, with the most relevant schemes detailed below.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 include: Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan (Planning); Eltham Major Activity Centre (Under Assessment); Nillumbik Waste Management Facility Upgrade (Under Assessment); Diamond Creek Outdoor Pool Upgrade (Construction); and St Helena Place (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Infrastructure development impacting the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $1.0 billion in projects that will impact the extended area.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2031
Source / Links: Link 1   Link 2  

A comprehensive Council-led redevelopment of the Diamond Creek Community Centre precinct. The plan features a new Community Hub with a permanent library, neighbourhood house, and creative arts spaces. It also includes an Aquatic, Health and Fitness Centre comprising an indoor warm water pool and gym, while upgrading existing outdoor facilities. As of early 2026, benchmarking is complete and the draft master plan is scheduled for public exhibition in mid-late 2026.

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Plenty River Flood Management Works
Category: Environmental & Disaster Management
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2026
Source / Links: Link 1   Link 2  

Comprehensive flood management program led by Melbourne Water to update flood mapping and planning controls for the Plenty River and Diamond Creek catchments. The project involves utilizing advanced computer modeling and community data to identify high-risk zones, update the Nillumbik Planning Scheme, and inform future mitigation infrastructure such as retarding basins and levees. This data-driven approach aims to improve climate resilience for new developments and emergency response strategies within the shire.

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Eltham Major Activity Centre
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2030
Source / Links: Link 1   Link 2  

Strategic planning project for the Eltham Major Activity Centre to guide long-term land use, housing, employment, transport, public realm and urban design outcomes. The 2020 Structure Plan has now been implemented through Amendment C143nillPt1 to the Nillumbik Planning Scheme, providing the statutory framework for future redevelopment within the activity centre.

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Nillumbik Waste Management Facility Upgrade
Category: Environmental & Disaster Management
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2028
Source / Links: Link 1   

Upgrade of waste management facilities in Nillumbik area including recycling processing improvements, organic waste processing capabilities, and enhanced environmental monitoring systems.

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Diamond Creek Regional Playspace Upgrade
Category: Sports & Recreation
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2024
Source / Links: Link 1   Link 2  

Major upgrade to the Diamond Creek Regional Playspace, featuring new play equipment, improved accessibility features, and enhanced landscaping to meet the needs of the growing community. The nature-themed playspace includes areas for all ages and abilities, integrating with the natural parkland environment.

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Diamond Creek Outdoor Pool Upgrade
Category: Sports & Recreation
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2025
Source / Links: Link 1   Link 2  

Upgrade of the ageing outdoor pool facility to improve accessibility and user experience, including refurbished change rooms and amenities, a rejuvenated toddlers play pool area, spectator improvements, a new accessible BBQ, swimming club room improvements, new energy-efficient plant equipment, upgraded chemical delivery systems, and accessible walkways. Funded via $1.5 million from the Australian Government Investing in Our Communities program, construction was completed in October 2025. Follow-on plant electrification works, including a compliant chemical delivery bund and replacement of the gas boiler with electric heat pumps, are planned for early 2026.

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St Helena Place
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
Source / Links: Link 1   Link 2  

A master-planned residential community featuring approximately 240 homes in St Helena, combining quiet family living with connectivity to urban amenities, including quality schools, shopping centres, wildlife reserves, and parklands.

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St Helena Place
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
Source / Links: Link 1   Link 2  

Master planned community in Melbourne's north east delivering around 240 new homes with parks, wetlands and open space. First residents have moved in and sales are ongoing, with a site sales office operating at the address and staged construction continuing.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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9,178 residents of Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek are employed, from a labour force of 9,387. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 78.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,704, about 78% 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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A highly capable labour pool defines Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek, characterized by substantial representation in essential services, a minimal unemployment rate of 2.2%, and an estimated 2.2% job growth over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 9,178, holding unemployment 2.5% below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%. The local participation rate of 78.0% substantially outpaces the metropolitan standard of 70.1%. While 31.2% of residents reported working from home in Census returns, this metric was influenced by Covid-19 lockdown restrictions. Local workforce participation is centered predominantly in construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

The community exhibits particular sector concentration in construction, where its employment proportion is 1.6 times the regional rate. Conversely, the professional & technical sector is underrepresented, making up 7.4% of resident workers against 10.1% regionally. Comparing Census working population counts with resident workforce totals highlights the community's primarily residential profile and relatively constrained internal commercial employment base. AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM figures show that in the 12 months to March 2026, resident employment rose by 2.2% against a 2.9% expansion in the labour force, producing a 0.7 percentage point increase in unemployment. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne registered job gains of 2.1% and a labour pool expansion of 2.3%, yielding a 0.2 percentage point rise. Broader guidance on employment trends is provided by Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts from Mar-26. Nationally, aggregate employment is projected to rise 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industry trajectories vary. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against the local workforce structure indicates prospective employment growth in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek of 6.7% across five years and 13.6% across ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model without local demographic adjustments).

Frequently Asked Questions - Employment

What is the employment situation in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
As of March 2026, the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 has approximately 9,178 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.2%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 stands at 2.2%, which is 2.5 percentage points below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The employment landscape in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (15.7% of employment), health care & social assistance (15.0%), and education & training (11.8%). Other significant employers include retail trade and professional & technical.
How has employment changed recently in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Over the past year to March 2026, the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
What is the workforce participation rate in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The workforce participation rate in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is 78.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
Which industries are over-represented in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's employment market?
The wattle glen - diamond creek sa2 shows notable specialization in construction, which employs 15.7% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% regionally. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
What are the employment growth prospects for the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.7% over the next five years and 13.6% over ten years. This exceeds the national forecast of 6.6% over five years, suggesting the area's industry composition is well-positioned for future growth. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compare nationally?
The wattle glen - diamond creek sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 8.9% decline, ranking 34.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, with skilled sectors accounting for 39.3% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (15.0%), education & training (11.8%), and professional & technical (7.4%). With projected employment growth of 6.7% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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Median household income in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek is $2,496 a week (about $130,000 a year), with median personal income at $961 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,074 a year against an average of $78,995. 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 taxpayer records aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 recording a median income of $63,074 and an average of $78,995, surpassing respective Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 and $75,164. Indexing these values by the 9.62% Wage Price Index increase since financial year 2023 produces estimated levels of $69,142 for median income and $86,594 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed local household income at the 90th percentile ($2,496 weekly). Weekly earnings of $1,500 - 2,999 form the largest bracket, encompassing 33.3% of earners (4,965 residents), closely mirroring the 32.8% regional proportion.

Affluence is marked, with 39.0% generating weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, which underpins demand for high-grade retail and local services. Residents retain 87.6% of income once housing outlays are accounted for, contributing to an 8th decile SEIFA income standing.

Frequently Asked Questions - Income

What is the median taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is approximately $69,142. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $63,074.
What is the average taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is approximately $86,594. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $78,995.
How does the median taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is approximately $69,142 compared to $63,238 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $63,074 and $57,688 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is approximately $86,594 compared to $82,395 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $78,995 and $75,164 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~33.3% / 4,965 persons) of the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.3% of the population. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is $2,496/wk.
What is the median family income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is $2,734/wk.
What is the median personal income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is $961/wk.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's income rank nationally?
The Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's income level is very high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's median income among taxpayers is $63,074 and the average income stands at $78,995, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $69,142 (median) and $86,594 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The estimated disposable income in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is $9,474 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's disposable income compare to the region?
The wattle glen - diamond creek sa2's disposable income is $9,474 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek had 4,761 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 54% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $429 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 17.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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The local housing stock at the most recent Census was dominated by separate houses at 95.0%, with semi-detached structures, units, and other formats accounting for 5.0%, compared to Greater Melbourne ratios of 67.9% and 32.1% respectively. Outright home ownership stood at 36.7%, notably exceeding the metropolitan rate, while 53.8% of properties were mortgaged and 9.5% were tenanted. Monthly median mortgage costs reached $2,167, above the metropolitan median of $2,000 and the national standard of $1,863. Median weekly rent was recorded at $429, which exceeds both the Greater Melbourne figure of $390 and the Australian benchmark of $375.

Frequently Asked Questions - Housing

What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
In the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, 36.7% of homes are owned outright, 53.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 9.5% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 are houses?
According to the latest data, 95.0% of dwellings in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 are apartments or units?
In the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Outright home ownership in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 stands at 36.7%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is $2,167, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median weekly rent in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The median weekly rent in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is $429, compared to $390 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
In the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, 2.7% of rentals are $0-149/week, 20.8% are $150-349/week, 67.9% are $350-649/week, 8.0% are $650-949/week, and 0.7% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is $1,342, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
In the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.2% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.0% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% regionally), while renters spend 17.2% of income on rent (vs 20.5% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The dwelling mix in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 consists of 95.0% detached houses, 4.8% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Based on the area's tenure composition, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,342. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $2,167/month, and renters paying $1,858/month.
How affordable is housing in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 relative to local incomes?
Housing in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek consumes approximately 12.4% of median household income ($10,808 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Recent development applications in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek show attached dwellings contributing 21% of approvals compared to 5% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 79% of applications versus 95% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek counted 4,761 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 47% are couples with children, more than in 92% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 14% 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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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 84.7%, comprising couples with children at 47.4%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single parent households at 10.8%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.3%, consisting of lone occupant households (14.3%) and group accommodation (0.9%). The median household size is 2.9 people, outnumbering the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
As of the 2021 Census, the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 had 4,761 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.4% to an estimated 4,924 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 84.7% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (14.3%), group households (0.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 4,032 family households, 47.4% are couples with children, 25.8% are couples without children at home, and 10.8% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 84.7% (versus 70.9% regionally). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 14.3% compared to the regional 24.8%. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Marriage patterns reveal 52.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.5% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 14.3% of all households in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, notably lower than the regional average of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 0.9% of households, well below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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28.9% of adults in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek hold a university qualification, including 19.3% with a bachelor degree and 5.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 24.2% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,838 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,058 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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Tertiary attainment in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek sits below regional averages, with 28.9% of residents aged 15+ possessing university degrees versus 37.0% across Greater Melbourne, pointing to scope for educational advancement. Bachelor qualifications represent 19.3%, accompanied by postgraduate degrees at 5.5% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. Vocational and technical qualifications show substantial concentration, as 36.7% of the population aged 15+ hold credentials in trade disciplines, consisting of certificates (24.2%) and advanced diplomas (12.5%). Formal study engagement remains strong across the population, with 29.7% of residents actively enrolled in education.

This proportion includes 9.5% attending primary schools, 8.9% in secondary institutions, and 5.3% undertaking tertiary coursework.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 have university qualifications?
28.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 have no formal qualifications?
34.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% regionally.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's education level compare to national averages?
The wattle glen - diamond creek sa2 ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The most common qualifications in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 are: Certificate (24.2%), Bachelor Degree (19.3%), Advanced Diploma (12.5%).
What proportion of the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's population is currently attending educational institutions?
29.7% of the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 9.5% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 5.3% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 is 1058, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
How many schools are located within the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
There are 5 schools within the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,838 students.
What types of schools are available in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The wattle glen - diamond creek sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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Public transport in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek reaches 50 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 6,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 310 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.0 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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The local transit network in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek encompasses 50 active transport stops across various bus operations. These access points are connected by 11 individual routes that generate 6,761 weekly passenger trips. Network coverage is rated well, with typical walking distances of 307 meters to the nearest transit point. Commuting is largely outward-bound given the residential character, with private vehicles accounting for 92% of journeys. Dwelling vehicle ownership averages 2.0, surpassing metropolitan levels. Remote working was recorded at 31.2% in the 2021 Census, subject to the effects of COVID-19.

Across all transit corridors, service frequency reaches an average of 965 daily trips, translating to approximately 135 weekly services per transit stop.

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How many public transport stops are in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek?
There are 50 public transport stops within the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2.
How frequent are the transport services in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek?
the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 has 6,761 weekly trips across 11 routes, averaging 965 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek?
On average, residential properties are 307 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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71.0% of residents in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek report no long-term health condition. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.

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Health indicators across Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek remain favorable based on AreaSearch assessments of chronic illness and mortality, with low incidences of typical conditions observed across older and younger cohorts alike. Furthermore, private health insurance coverage is notably elevated, extending to roughly 58% of all residents (~8,708 people). Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnoses among residents, reported by 7.8% and 8.0% of the community respectively. An absence of long-term medical conditions was reported by 71.0% of residents, in comparison to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health metrics for the under-65 cohort remain above metropolitan standards.

For the 2,361 individuals aged 65 and over (15.8% of the population), overall health outcomes are above average and align broadly with national senior benchmarks.

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How many people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 have private health insurance?
Around 58.4% of people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.7% in the broader region of Greater Melbourne.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
In the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, 4.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
7.8% of people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Diabetes affects 3.1% of the the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
3.0% of people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Melbourne, 3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2, 58.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.7%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek is largely Australian-born, at 85.1% of residents, with 8.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.7%) and Australian (26.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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The demographic profile of Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek shows modest cultural diversity, with Australian-born residents accounting for 85.1%, Australian citizens making up 94.0%, and 91.5% using solely English in the home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 45.7% of the community. Judaism registers the most noticeable overrepresentation relative to the metropolitan standard, accounting for 0.1% locally versus 1.0% throughout Greater Melbourne. Looking at parental lineage, English heritage forms the largest ancestral group in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek at 28.7% (compared to 20.1% regionally), followed by Australian ancestry at 26.9% (against 18.4% across the region) and Irish ancestry at 9.5%.

Other cultural backgrounds show notable differences in local representation, including Italian ancestry at 6.5% (versus 5.2% regionally), Maltese at 1.2% (versus 1.1%), and Macedonian at 0.9% (versus 0.7%).

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What is the level of cultural diversity in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.1% of its population born in Australia, 94.0% being citizens, and 91.5% speaking English only at home.
What is the most common religion in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
The main religion in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.7% of people in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.1% of the population, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne.
What are the top countries of origin in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek are English, comprising 28.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian, comprising 26.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 18.4%, and Irish, comprising 9.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Italian is notably overrepresented at 6.5% of Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek (vs 5.2% regionally), Macedonian at 0.9% (vs 0.7%) and Maltese at 1.2% (vs 1.1%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
14.9% of the the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% regionally.
What percentage of the the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 population speaks a language other than English at home?
8.5% of the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in the wider region.
How many people in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 identify as Australian Aboriginal?
0.4% of the the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
94.0% of the the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

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The median resident of Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek is 39. 24.1% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.

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Age distributions in Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek align closely with Greater Melbourne, displaying a maximum variance of 9.0 percentage points across the four broad cohorts. The estimated median age stood at 39 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census reading and sitting 2 years higher than the Greater Melbourne Census median of 37. Senior cohorts aged 65 and over have increased from 13.7% at the Census to an estimated 15.8%. Projections through 2041 anticipate the fastest expansion among retiree and elderly demographics, rising by 1,341 residents (57%) to reach a total of 3,703.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek is 2 years older than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 13.9% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.1% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
Yes, certain age groups in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 show significant variance compared to the Greater Melbourne region. The most over-represented age group is 55-64 year-olds (13.9% vs 10.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (10.1% vs 16.4%).
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.1% of the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.8% of the population in the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 as at August 2026.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek

Data currency Refreshed

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) Aug 2026 last month 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 last month 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 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline
Property sales & rents Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents Aug 2026 last 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 last month all 6 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Transport ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Services & amenities Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 121 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (14,417 at the 2021 Census → 14,911 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 (209031215). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

Why can the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek SA2 boundary differ from the suburb boundary?
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
Where does the data on this Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Wattle Glen - Diamond Creek data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and services & amenities (Jul 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Aug 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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