Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
ABS ERP | -- people | --
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
West Footscray - Tottenham has an estimated 13,150 residents, up from 11,735 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,415 people, or 12.1%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years, faster than 77% of areas nationally. 131 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 75.0% of that increase. That puts 2,199 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.
Detail
AreaSearch evaluations estimate the population of West Footscray - Tottenham at approximately 13,150 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 1,415 people (12.1%) relative to the 11,735 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Such growth is deduced from the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 13,007 alongside 131 validated new addresses identified following the Census. The local population density stands at 2,199 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the benchmark across nationwide areas evaluated by AreaSearch. Outpacing both the 9.5% statewide increase and broader national figures, the 12.1% expansion since the 2021 census positions West Footscray - Tottenham as a regional growth leader.
The primary catalyst for this demographic gain was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 75.0% of recent population additions. Projections published in 2024 by ABS/Geoscience Australia utilizing a 2022 base year are applied by AreaSearch across SA2 boundaries. Where specific SA2 coverage is absent, AreaSearch incorporates VIC State Government Regional/LGA figures issued in 2023, applying weighted aggregation methodologies to translate LGA growth to the SA2 level. For the 2032 to 2041 period, age-group growth percentages derived from these aggregations are utilized across all localities. Long-term demographic modeling places the area in the upper quartile nationwide, forecasting an expansion of 3,229 persons by 2041 based on recent annual ERP statistics, which equates to an overall gain of 23.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
214 new dwellings have been approved in West Footscray - Tottenham over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 43 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 28% 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.
Detail
Residential building approvals in West Footscray - Tottenham have averaged roughly 42 new dwellings annually, totaling 214 homes permitted across the prior 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Over these past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), the region absorbed an average of 3 new residents annually per completed dwelling, demonstrating solid underlying demand favorable to property prices, with newly sanctioned residences carrying an average construction value of $438,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $53.5 million during the ongoing financial year, highlighting substantial local corporate investment. Residential development in West Footscray - Tottenham is considerably subdued when compared to Greater Melbourne, tracking 66.0% below the regional per capita norm.
Limited building volumes commonly bolster demand and value retention for established dwellings. Construction rates also trail the broader Australian average, indicating established urban conditions and potential local planning limits. Recent residential consents consist of 28.0% detached houses alongside 72.0% medium and high-density formats. Emphasizing higher-density residential options provides lower pricing thresholds, appealing to first-home buyers, downsizers, and property investors. This pipeline signals a noticeable departure from the current built environment (where detached houses comprise 59.0%), pointing to scarcer development land and adapting to emerging lifestyle choices and budget considerations. An established urban setting is further demonstrated by a ratio of roughly 500 people per approved dwelling. Demographic projections from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate indicate that West Footscray - Tottenham is set to add 3,086 residents by 2041. Should current construction tempos persist, dwelling additions could fall short of resident inflows, which may intensify competition among purchasers and reinforce upward pricing momentum.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around West Footscray - Tottenham
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside West Footscray - Tottenham, worth an estimated $1.08 billion. A further 134 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $91.4 billion. 43 are already under construction and 45 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
Detail
Urban performance is heavily shaped by local planning policies, civic enhancements, and major construction initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 31 key developments likely to influence the district. Prominent undertakings comprise the West Footscray Community Facilities Plan, Barkly Village, the Perri Melbourne Data Centre (WEFO Woolstores), and the 590-596 Barkly Street Development, with significant works itemized in the following overview.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
West Footscray Community Facilities Plan
Council is delivering the Shorten and Barrett Reserves Master Plan under the West Footscray Community Facilities Plan, including a new RecWest leisure centre (two indoor courts), an expanded and reconstructed Shorten Reserve oval with ground remediation, a cycleable public plaza via partial Market Street closure, new cricket nets, a refreshed playground and landscaping. The Victorian Government has committed $10m alongside Council funding. Demolition and ground works commenced in September 2025 with completion targeted for December 2027.
Perri Melbourne Data Centre (WEFO Woolstores)
Adaptive reuse and new development of a 4-storey data centre adjacent to the historic Goldsbrough Mort and Co Woolstore building at the WEFO Woolstores precinct. Planning Permit PA2403320 was approved by the Minister for Planning via the Development Facilitation Program with subsequent permit amendments in late 2025. Designed by Greenbox Architecture for Perri Projects, the project includes multi-level data halls, substations, and associated infrastructure.
590-596 Barkly Street Development
Five-storey mixed-use development with ground floor retail, 56 apartments designed for owner-occupiers, basement parking, sustainable features including solar PV system, rainwater tank, green roof, and community spaces in West Footscray's retail precinct.
Braybrook Activity Centre (Tottenham Station)
The Braybrook Activity Centre is a significant urban renewal initiative focused on the Tottenham Station precinct. Part of the Victorian Government's expanded Activity Centres Program, the plan was officially finalised and implemented in March 2026. It facilitates the delivery of approximately 10,000 new dwellings by 2051 through updated planning controls that allow for building heights up to 12 storeys in the core area near the station. The project is integrated with the Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1, which includes a total rebuild of Tottenham Station starting in 2027 to improve accessibility and connection to the Sunbury Line and Metro Tunnel.
Bradmill Yarraville
Bradmill Yarraville is a $1.5 billion urban renewal project by Frasers Property Australia and Irongate Group transforming a historic 26-hectare former denim factory into a sustainable mixed-use neighborhood. The development will deliver approximately 1,500 homes alongside the Bradmill Quarter retail hub, the Arbory dining precinct, a 1.5-hectare Linear Park, and community resident amenities housed within adaptively reused heritage buildings.
West Footscray Village
A major mixed-use redevelopment of the former 501 Receptions site. The project features a 3,606sq m Woolworths supermarket, BWS bottle shop, nine specialty retail tenancies, a 110-place childcare facility, a 425sq m medical centre, commercial office space, and a gymnasium. Sustainability targets include a 4-Star Green Star rating with rainwater harvesting and solar panels. The development includes two levels of basement parking for 278 cars and upgrades to the Barkly Street and Summerhill Road intersection.
713 Barkly Street Townhouses
Boutique townhouse development with 19 three-storey dwellings featuring 2 and 3-bedroom configurations plus one two-storey dwelling with lift access.
Existing Footscray Hospital Site Redevelopment
The 6.6-hectare site of the former Footscray Hospital is being transformed into a mixed-use precinct following the new hospital's opening in February 2026. The master plan, led by Development Victoria, focuses on creating a vibrant community hub including a 3.5-hectare municipal park (oFoHo Park), a community hub in the former Psychiatric building, and expanded childcare. Demolition and site preparation are scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026, with a mandate for a minimum of 30% social and affordable housing.
8,205 residents of West Footscray - Tottenham are employed, from a labour force of 8,549. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 79.4%. 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. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
The professional services sector is strongly represented in the workforce of Tottenham, West Footscray, which boasts a highly educated population. Over the previous year, the area experienced an estimated employment growth of 1.5%. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0%. As of March 2026, 8,205 residents are currently employed. This unemployment rate is 0.7% lower than the 4.8% rate recorded for Greater Melbourne. Workforce participation in the area is notably high at 79.4%, significantly exceeding the 70.1% participation rate observed in Greater Melbourne. Census data indicates that 42.7% of residents worked from home, a figure that should be interpreted with consideration of the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors among local workers are health care & social assistance, education & training, along with professional & technical services. A pronounced workforce concentration exists in public administration & safety, where the local employment proportion is 1.5 times the wider regional benchmark. Conversely, the construction industry comprises only 7.2% of local workers compared to 9.7% across the region. Although jobs are situated within the district, the ratio of Census working residents to resident workers suggests substantial outbound commuting for employment. Analysis from AreaSearch using SALM and ABS figures indicates that over a twelve-month span, employment grew by 1.5 percent while the labour force expanded by 1.9 percent, which led to an increase in the unemployment rate of 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, the Greater Melbourne region recorded employment growth of 2.1 percent and labour force growth of 2.3 percent, accompanied by a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional perspective on anticipated future demand in the West Footscray - Tottenham area. These forecasts span five and ten year intervals and have been overlaid with the local employment profile to project growth trends. Nationally, employment is expected to rise by 6.6 percent over five years and by 13.7 percent over ten years, though sectoral growth varies considerably. When these industry-level expectations are applied to the employment composition of West Footscray - Tottenham, the area is projected to see employment grow by 6.7 percent over five years and by 13.8 percent over ten years. It should be noted that this simple weighting extrapolation is for illustrative purposes only and does not incorporate localized population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in West Footscray - Tottenham is $1,988 a week (about $103,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,003 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,454 a year against an average of $74,231. 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.
Detail
AreaSearch analysis of financial year 2023 ATO statistics shows earnings across the West Footscray - Tottenham SA2 tracking above nationwide benchmarks. Tax records indicate a median income of $62,454 and an average income of $74,231 within the SA2, relative to $57,688 and $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Accounting for a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated earnings as of March 2026 stand near $68,462 for the median and $81,372 for the average. According to 2021 Census data, overall personal, family, and household earnings align with the 71st percentile nationally.
The dominant earnings bracket captures 31.7% of residents (4,168 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the 32.8% recorded in this bracket regionally. Accommodation costs absorb 16.3% of income, yet robust wages sustain disposable income at the 64th percentile and place the area within the 7th decile of SEIFA income rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
West Footscray - Tottenham had 4,599 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 59% detached houses and 22% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 22% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $351 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,129 a month. Rent absorbs 17.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
According to the latest Census, the housing stock in West Footscray - Tottenham was made up of 59.0% separate houses and 41.0% non-detached dwellings (including apartments, semi-detached residences, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across the Melbourne metro area. Outright home ownership stood at 22.2%, trailing Melbourne metro levels, while 36.1% of homes carried a mortgage and 41.7% were tenanted. Monthly median mortgage costs reached $2,129, exceeding the Melbourne metro benchmark of $2,000, whereas median weekly rents were $351 compared to $390 metro-wide. Across Australia, local mortgage payments sit substantially above the nationwide figure of $1,863, while weekly rent remains below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
West Footscray - Tottenham counted 4,599 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,154 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Families constitute 62.9% of local households, consisting of 28.0% couples with children, 24.3% couples without children, and 9.2% single parent families. The remaining 37.1% are non-family residences, made up of 28.9% lone person households and 8.1% group shared houses. The median household occupancy is 2.4 people, which sits below the Greater Melbourne norm of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
46.4% of adults in West Footscray - Tottenham hold a university qualification, including 28.2% with a bachelor degree and 13.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 94% of areas nationally. A further 13.2% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 880 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,111 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
Detail
Attainment of formal qualifications in West Footscray - Tottenham is notably high, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.0% across the SA4 region, creating an advantageous base for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent 28.2% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 13.5% and graduate diplomas at 4.7%. Vocational credentials comprise 23.2% of qualifications for those aged 15+, consisting of 10.0% in advanced diplomas and 13.2% in certificates. A substantial 30.8% of the local population is engaged in formal education. This proportion comprises 9.4% attending primary school, 7.6% enrolled in tertiary institutions, and 5.4% undertaking secondary school studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in West Footscray - Tottenham reaches 61 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 5,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Public transit infrastructure in West Footscray - Tottenham encompasses 61 operational transport stops consisting of bus connections. These locations are integrated across 11 transit routes that deliver 5,535 scheduled services each week. Access to transit is rated as excellent, with typical resident proximity to the nearest transit stop standing at 157 meters. Reflecting its residential character, most work journeys are outbound, with private vehicles remaining the primary commute mode at 69%, alongside 15% using trains and 6% using buses. Household vehicle ownership averages 0.9 per dwelling, below regional norms. A notable 42.7% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may mirror COVID-19 settings.
Network scheduling delivers an average of 790 trips daily across all transit routes, representing roughly 90 weekly trips at each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
71.6% of residents in West Footscray - Tottenham report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
Detail
AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and chronic illness show West Footscray - Tottenham recording favorable health metrics overall, with broad incidence of common conditions remaining low, albeit elevated relative to national averages among older cohorts at higher risk. Furthermore, private healthcare coverage is substantial, encompassing approximately 56% of the population (~7,377 people). Mental health conditions and asthma represent the most frequently reported medical diagnoses, affecting 10.1 and 8.5% of local residents, whereas 71.6% reported having no diagnosed chronic medical conditions compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age resident health aligns closely with typical benchmarks.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 10.2% of residents (1,336 people), below the 15.1% share in Greater Melbourne, though registering lower national health standings relative to the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.4% of West Footscray - Tottenham residents were born overseas and 34.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 79% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (19.6%) and Australian (18.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Cultural diversity is pronounced in West Footscray - Tottenham, where 35.4% of residents were born overseas and 34.0% converse in a language other than English at home. Christianity forms the most widespread religious affiliation, representing 33.8% of the local community. Buddhism exhibits the clearest comparative concentration, accounting for 6.4% of residents relative to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Evaluating parental country of birth shows English ancestry leading at 19.6%, Australian at 18.6%, and Other at 12.6% of the population. Distinct local concentrations emerge across specific backgrounds: Vietnamese ancestry accounts for 6.2% locally versus 1.9% regionally, Croatian ancestry represents 1.2% versus 0.7%, and Macedonian ancestry comprises 0.9% compared to 0.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of West Footscray - Tottenham is 35, younger than 79% of areas nationally. 31.8% 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.
Detail
The demographic structure of West Footscray - Tottenham leans younger than Greater Melbourne. Adults aged 25 - 44 make up 41.0% of the population as at August 2026, compared to 32.1% regionally, while seniors aged 65+ account for 10.2% versus 15.1% across Greater Melbourne. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 35, matching the 2021 Census outcome and sitting 2 years below the Greater Melbourne Census figure of 37. The most prominent shift since the Census occurred in the 0 - 24 youth age bracket, rising from 26.1% to an estimated 27.9%.
Projections to 2041 anticipate the 45 - 64 cohort will add the largest volume of residents, expanding by 1,190 (43%) to 3,946, while the 65+ age group will register the fastest proportional increase, rising 52% to 2,032 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for West Footscray - Tottenham
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 — 131 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (11,735 at the 2021 Census → 13,150 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 (213031351). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.