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West Footscray - Tottenham has an estimated 13,143 residents, up from 11,735 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,408 people, or 12.0%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years, faster than 78% of areas nationally. 126 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 75.0% of that increase. That puts 2,198 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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AreaSearch indicates that the population of West Footscray - Tottenham is approximately 13,143 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,408 people (12.0%) from the 11,735 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 13,007 from June 2025 alongside 126 validated new addresses added since the Census. Such population levels result in a density of 2,197 persons per square kilometer, a figure that exceeds the typical average of locations evaluated nationally by AreaSearch. The 12.0% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the state growth of 9.3% and the countrywide average, positioning the locality as a regional leader in population growth.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 75.0% of the total population increases in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied to each SA2 location. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch calculates projections by adapting the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA releases using a weighted aggregation method to scale growth from LGA to SA2 levels. The age cohort growth rates from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period from 2032 to 2041. Future demographic outlooks suggest that this area will experience population growth placing it in the top tier of Australian statistical zones, with forecasts pointing to an increase of 3,235 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a 23.6% cumulative rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
267 new dwellings have been approved in West Footscray - Tottenham over the past five years, an average of 53 a year. That places the area in the 66th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 24% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An average of approximately 53 new residential approvals have been issued annually in West Footscray - Tottenham, resulting in a total of 267 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 23 approvals registered. During the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, an average of 2.4 residents relocated to the area for every new dwelling built, pointing to a strong level of demand that supports local property values. The average construction cost of these new homes stands at $299,000, aligning with regional averages.
Furthermore, commercial development approvals have reached $53.5 million this financial year, indicating robust local business investment. Development volume in West Footscray - Tottenham is notably low compared to Greater Melbourne, sitting 63.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited pace of new building tends to support demand and price levels for established properties. The composition of new developments is split between 24.0% detached houses and 76.0% medium or high-density options like townhouses and apartments. This concentration of compact housing formats provides more affordable entry options and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This pattern marks a shift from the current local housing stock, which consists of 59.0% houses, showing a decline in available development sites and reflecting changing preferences for more varied and affordable housing types. There are roughly 327 residents for every dwelling approval, showing capacity for further expansion. Looking forward, the population of West Footscray - Tottenham is projected to rise by 3,099 people by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If development remains at its current pace, the supply of new housing may not keep up with population expansion, which could intensify competition among buyers and underpin price growth.
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.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning changes, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 31 projects that are expected to influence this locality. Some of the major projects include the West Footscray Community Facilities Plan, Barkly Village, Perri Melbourne Data Centre (WEFO Woolstores), and the 590-596 Barkly Street Development, with key details provided below.
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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 79.8%. 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.
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The workforce of West Footscray - Tottenham is characterized by high levels of education and a strong concentration of professionals, with an unemployment rate of 4.0% and an estimated annual job growth rate of 1.5%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 8,205, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.7% below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate of 79.8% is considerably higher than the 70.2% recorded across Greater Melbourne. Census figures indicate that 42.7% of the working population operated from home, though this data may reflect the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.
Resident employment is primarily clustered within the sectors of health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical fields. The locality displays a specific employment specialization in public administration & safety, where the workforce share is 1.5 times the regional average. In contrast, the construction sector is underrepresented, employing 7.2% of working residents compared to the wider metro average of 9.7%. Although there are local employment options, a comparison between the Census working population and the local job count suggests that a significant number of residents travel outside the area for work. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that over the 12-month timeframe, employment grew by 1.5% and the labor force expanded by 1.9%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This trend differed from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the labor force expanded by 2.3%, and unemployment ticked up by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context on potential future demand in West Footscray - Tottenham. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these national industry trends directly to the local employment distribution suggests West Footscray - Tottenham's employment could grow by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local 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.
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According to the ATO postcode data for the financial year 2023, the median taxpaying income in the West Footscray - Tottenham SA2 is $62,454, with an average income of $74,231. These figures exceed national benchmarks, compared to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would be around $68,462 for the median and $81,372 for the average. Census data places family, household, and individual earnings in the area around the 71st percentile nationally.
Income distribution statistics show that 31.7% of the local population (4,166 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is similar to the 32.8% regional proportion. Housing costs account for 16.3% of income, yet solid earnings keep disposable income levels at the 64th percentile, with the area ranking in the 7th decile of the SEIFA income index.
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.
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Census data reveals that the housing stock in West Footscray - Tottenham is composed of 59.0% standalone houses and 41.0% other dwelling types, including townhouses and apartments, compared to the Melbourne metropolitan split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in West Footscray - Tottenham stand at 22.2%, lower than the Melbourne metro average, with 36.1% of properties mortgaged and 41.7% occupied by tenants. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,129 exceeds the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rental payment is $351, which is lower than the metropolitan average of $390.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents remain below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
West Footscray - Tottenham counted 4,599 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,151 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.
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Families make up the majority of households at 62.9%, consisting of couples with children at 28.0%, couples without children at 24.3%, and single parent households at 9.2%. The remaining 37.1% are non-family households, which consist of single person households at 28.9% and group households at 8.1%. The average household size is 2.4 residents, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average 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.
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Levels of education in West Footscray - Tottenham are high compared to standard benchmarks, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.0% across the wider SA4 region. This education profile supports local participation in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 28.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 13.5% and graduate diplomas at 4.7%. Vocational education accounts for 23.2% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificate level qualifications at 13.2%. Participation in study is high, with 30.8% of the local population enrolled in education.
This student cohort includes 9.4% in primary schools, 7.6% in tertiary study, and 5.4% attending secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in West Footscray - Tottenham reaches 61 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 4,200 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.
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Public transport infrastructure includes 61 active transit stops within West Footscray - Tottenham, consisting of bus services. These stops support 11 distinct routes, which accommodate 4,191 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 157 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport mode at 69%, followed by 15% using trains and 6% using buses. The average rate of car ownership is 0.9 per household, below the metropolitan average.
Additionally, 42.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Services run at an average frequency of 598 trips per day across the network, which translates to approximately 68 weekly trips per transit 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.
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Health indicators in West Footscray - Tottenham are positive overall, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic health conditions. The prevalence of common illnesses is low among the general community, although it is higher than the national average within older, vulnerable groups. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 56% of the population (~7,373 people) holding cover. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 10.1 and 8.5% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 71.6% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health status among working-age residents aligns with typical levels. The proportion of residents aged 65 and older is 10.3% (1,355 people), which sits below the 15.0% average for Greater Melbourne, though this older cohort ranks lower on national health comparisons than 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.
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West Footscray - Tottenham exhibits high cultural diversity, with 35.4% of the population born outside of Australia and 34.0% using a language other than English in their homes. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 33.8% of the local community. Buddhism displays the most notable relative concentration at 6.4% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest ethnic groups in West Footscray - Tottenham are English at 19.6%, Australian at 18.6%, and Other at 12.6%. There are also specific concentrations of other ethnic backgrounds, with Vietnamese heritage represented at 6.2% of the local population (compared to 1.9% across the region), Croatian at 1.2% (compared to 0.7%), and Macedonian at 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.
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With a median age of 35 years, West Footscray - Tottenham is slightly younger than Greater Melbourne at 37 years and the national median of 38 years. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 20.5% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 75 - 84 cohort is smaller at 2.9%. The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 8.9% to 11.3% of the population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age bracket has decreased from 22.5% to 20.5%, and the 55 to 64 group has declined from 9.4% to 8.2%.
Population projections for 2041 suggest changing demographics, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 608 individuals (37%) from 1,648 to 2,257, while the 5 to 14 cohort is projected to grow by 6% (77 people).
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) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 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 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 126 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,735 at the 2021 Census → 13,143 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (213031351). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.