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Williamstown has an estimated 17,197 residents, up from 15,912 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,285 people, or 8.1%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. 590 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 90.6% of that increase. That puts 2,340 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Williamstown stands at approximately 17,197 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,285 individuals (8.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 15,912 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 17,102 from June 2025 alongside 590 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density is 2,339 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of all areas evaluated nationwide by AreaSearch. The 8.1% rate of expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (6.8%), establishing the suburb as a local growth leader.
Overseas migration served as the main contributor, accounting for roughly 90.6% of the population increase in recent times, though interstate migration, natural growth, and all other components remained positive. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, which use 2022 as their baseline year. For any SA2 locations lacking this dataset, figures are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted via a weighted aggregation methodology that maps population changes from the LGA scale down to SA2 zones. Age bracket growth rates calculated from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic trends indicate an expansion rate exceeding the national median, with the locality projected to add 2,867 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a total increase of 16.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
513 new dwellings have been approved in Williamstown over the past five years, an average of 102 a year. That is 6.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 76 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 17% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 21, 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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On average, Williamstown sees approximately 102 residential building approvals annually, translating to a total of 513 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 20 approvals have been documented so far. With only 0.9 residents moving to the locality for every new home constructed over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), local building activity is meeting or exceeding demand, providing home buyers with more choices and supporting population gains that could surpass projected figures, with new dwellings carrying an average build value of $416,000.
Additionally, commercial development approvals totaling $21.7 million have been logged during this financial year, showing consistent business investment. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, building activity per resident in Williamstown is at approximately 67%, placing it in the 30th percentile of locations nationwide, which restricts choice for buyers and helps sustain demand for established housing. The composition of new residential approvals stands at 17.0% detached houses and 83.0% medium and high-density options. This movement toward denser options provides more accessible entry prices and appeals to downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time buyers. It represents a clear change from the existing housing stock (which comprises 54.0% houses), indicating a reduction in available development sites alongside shifting lifestyles and a demand for more varied, affordable housing. With approximately 594 residents for every single residential approval, Williamstown presents as a highly established real estate market. Demographic forecasts suggest that Williamstown is on track to add 2,772 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. The current rate of construction seems well aligned with these future requirements, encouraging stable market conditions without causing drastic price spikes.
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Development applications around Williamstown
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Williamstown, worth an estimated $957 million. A further 183 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $109.1 billion. 62 are already under construction and 72 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, major works, and planning policies are key factors in regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 21 projects with the potential to affect the area. Key initiatives include the Workshops Pier Repairs Project, the Williamstown Mechanics Institute Masterplan and Restoration, the Williamstown Foreshore Precinct Upgrade, and the Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club Redevelopment, with details on the most relevant projects listed below.
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Williamstown Mechanics Institute Masterplan and Restoration
Council-led restoration of the historic 1860s Mechanics Institute. Following community consultation in 2024/25, the project has moved into a masterplan phase featuring three concept designs. Council is currently seeking state/federal partnerships to fund the full upgrade and fit-out of flexible spaces for museum, arts, and community activities while the main complex remains closed for safety.
Workshops Pier Repairs Project
The Workshops Pier Repairs Project involves strengthening the pier's foundation by installing new steel piles and beams, and making minor repairs to the concrete deck and abutment. It aims to restore berthing and structural capacity, ensure public safety, and extend the pier's lifespan. The pier, managed by the Seaworks Foundation, is Melbourne's only remaining public port facility for large vessels in the inner city and a key berthing site for tall ships, emergency response vessels, and small commercial vessels in the Williamstown Maritime Precinct.Major works commenced in early 2025 with contractor Duratec appointed in late 2024, and completion is expected by mid-2026. The project is funded as part of a Victorian Government investment in critical pier infrastructure across the state.
Williamstown Foreshore Precinct Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of Williamstown's foreshore precinct including improved public spaces, walking and cycling paths, recreational facilities, and environmental enhancements to create a premier waterfront destination.
Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the iconic Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club facilities including new clubhouse, training facilities, and community spaces to serve local swimmers and lifesavers.
Elements Williamstown North
Beachside neighbourhood offering 2, 3 and 4 bedroom luxury townhomes designed by Baldasso Cortese Architects. Features private rooftop terraces, integrated BBQs, solar panels, and proximity to Port Phillip Bay and Williamstown village.
Akuna Dr, Williamstown North
An industrial project featuring 184 warehouses, cafe space, and 778 carparking spaces including a car wash and vacuum facility. Plans also include a 350kW solar photovoltaic system and water tanks for rainwater.
193-195 Douglas Parade Mixed-Use Development
The redevelopment of the former Pantelis Service Station site into a mixed-use precinct. The project includes 32 bespoke residences across multiple levels and an upgraded ground-floor retail offering that retains elements of the site's history as a convenience shop and service station. Architectural design by Rothelowman features bold corner treatments and sculptured canopies, aiming to create a contemporary gateway for Newport.
Newport Level Crossing Removal - Maddox Road and Champion Road
Level Crossing Removal Project removing the Maddox Road and Champion Road level crossings by constructing new rail bridges over Maddox Road, permanently closing Champion Road at the rail line, extending Akuna Drive to create a new road connection, and delivering a new pedestrian and cycling bridge. Passenger rail bridges are complete, the final freight rail bridge is under construction, and the project remains on track for completion in late 2026.
10,242 residents of Williamstown are employed, from a labour force of 10,461. Unemployment sits at 2.1%, with participation at 72.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 15,754, about 92% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The labor force in Williamstown is characterized by high levels of education, a strong concentration of professionals, an unemployment rate of only 2.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.1% over the past year. As of March 2026, 10,242 local residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 2.7% lower than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%, while participation in the workforce matches Greater Melbourne's 70.2% closely. Census data reveals that a substantial 47.2% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted in the context of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a clear concentration in professional & technical services, with an employment share that is 1.3 times the regional average. By contrast, health care & social assistance has a lower representation at 11.5% compared to the regional benchmark of 14.2%. Although there are local employment options, a comparison of the Census working population against the local population indicates that many residents travel outside the suburb for work. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels grow by 2.1% and the labor force expand by 2.0%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in Williamstown. These projections, spanning five and ten-year periods, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the occupational profile of Williamstown suggests local employment will rise by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (this represents a direct weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Williamstown is $2,382 a week (about $124,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,089 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $71,811 a year against an average of $105,258. The average runs 47% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Williamstown SA2 recorded a median income of $71,811 and an average income of $105,258. These figures are exceptionally high on a national level, comparing to medians of $57,688 and averages of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $78,719 for median income and $115,384 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Williamstown all rank highly, placing in the 85th to 87th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution details show that the $4,000+ weekly bracket is the most common, accounting for 30.1% of residents (5,176 people), whereas the regional standard is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 32.8%. Local economic strength is demonstrated by the 41.6% of households earning weekly incomes above $3,000, supporting high retail spending. Housing costs represent 13.6% of income, while these strong earnings put residents in the 88th percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Williamstown had 6,066 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 14% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month. Rent absorbs 18.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.2%. 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 mix of housing in Williamstown at the time of the latest Census consisted of 54.5% houses and 45.5% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative options), compared to the metropolitan Melbourne average of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Williamstown was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at 39.4%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (34.3%) or rented (26.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the metropolitan Melbourne average at $2,600, while the median weekly rent stood at $450, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390 respectively.
Nationally, Williamstown's mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Williamstown counted 6,066 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,556 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent 71.7% of all households in the area, consisting of 35.8% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.3%, with single person households representing 26.7% and group households making up 1.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 people is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
45.0% of adults in Williamstown hold a university qualification, including 27.8% with a bachelor degree and 11.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 88% of areas nationally. A further 13.4% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 4,083 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,108 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational outcomes in Williamstown are substantially higher than regional and national benchmarks, with 45.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university qualification, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.0% in the SA4 region. This educational profile positions the suburb well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 27.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.9% and graduate diplomas at 5.3%. Vocational qualifications are held by 24.4% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 13.4%. Enrolment in education is high, with 30.2% of the local population currently engaged in study.
This proportion includes 9.9% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, and 6.6% in higher education.
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Public transport in Williamstown reaches 73 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 4,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 services in Williamstown include 73 active bus stops. These stops are served by 4 routes, which provide a total of 4,770 passenger trips per week. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 185 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute outside the area; private cars are the main mode of travel at 79%, followed by trains at 10% and walking at 5%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.2. A total of 47.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic conditions in place at the time.
Services run at an average frequency of 681 trips per day across all active routes, which averages out to approximately 65 weekly trips per stop.
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71.6% of residents in Williamstown report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 87% of areas nationally. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 73.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.6 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 outcomes in Williamstown are strong based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, showing low rates of common health conditions across age groups. The rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 73% of the population (12,571 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 7.5% and 7.3% of residents respectively, while 71.6% of the population reported no chronic health conditions compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. The working-age population is healthy with low chronic illness rates.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 21.4% of the population (3,683 people), which is higher than the 15.0% recorded across Greater Melbourne. Health profiles for senior residents are positive, with national benchmarks matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Williamstown is largely Australian-born, at 76.3% of residents, with 15.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.1%) and Australian (21.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Williamstown is above average, with 23.7% of the population born outside Australia and 15.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 47.2%. The most distinct religious concentration compared to regional averages is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population in Williamstown compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of ancestral background, the three most common heritages in Williamstown are English at 26.1% (higher than the regional average of 20.1%), Australian at 21.4%, and Irish at 9.9%. There are also variations in other backgrounds, with Croatian representation at 1.4% (compared to 0.7% regionally), Maltese at 1.9% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Macedonian at 1.0% (compared to 0.7% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Williamstown is 45, older than 78% of areas nationally. 21.8% 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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The median age in Williamstown is 45 years, which is older than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Williamstown has a higher percentage of people aged 55 - 64 (15.8%) and a lower percentage aged 25 - 34 (8.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 5.1% to 7.5% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 11.9% to 13.5%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 13.6% to 11.6%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 16.6% to 14.9%.
By 2041, demographic projections suggest shifts in the age profile, led by a 57% increase in the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to rise from 1,293 to 2,031 people. Residents aged 65 and over are projected to account for 59% of total population growth, while the numbers of residents aged 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 are expected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Williamstown
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 16 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 — 590 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,912 at the 2021 Census → 17,197 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 (213021346). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.