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Woodend has an estimated 8,102 residents, up from 7,949 at the 2021 Census — a change of 153 people, or 1.9%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years, slower than 80% of areas nationally. Density is about 38 people per 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 Woodend is approximately 8,102 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 153 individuals (1.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded a count of 7,949 residents. This shift is deduced using the ABS estimated resident population of 8,084 from June 2025 alongside 75 validated new addresses identified after the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 38 persons per square kilometer, which indicates a low-density setting with plenty of space for each resident. Throughout the last ten years, Woodend has shown stable development patterns, achieving a compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, which is higher than the corresponding SA3 region.
Population increases in this locality were chiefly generated by international migration, which accounted for roughly 77.3% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 localities lacking this information, AreaSearch uses the 2023 Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusted by aggregating growth rates from LGA to SA2 levels using a weighted method. The age bracket growth rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all regions for the span from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, a substantial population rise within the highest national regional quartile is projected, with the district anticipated to add 2,745 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing an overall increase of 33.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
166 new dwellings have been approved in Woodend over the past five years, an average of 33 a year. That is 4.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 88% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, 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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Woodend has seen an average of approximately 33 building approvals for residential properties annually, totaling 166 residential approvals over the previous 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25) and 9 recorded during the current FY-26. The ratio of 2.2 new residents added for every constructed residence over those 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) indicates steady demand that helps maintain real estate valuations, with new constructions averaging $502,000 in value, showing that builders are focusing on premium, upscale housing options. Furthermore, commercial development approvals valued at $10.3 million have been logged in the current financial year, demonstrating ongoing investment in the local commercial sector.
When contrasted with the Rest of Vic., the volume of new residential approvals per capita in Woodend is roughly two-thirds, placing the locality in the 41st percentile of all rated regions across Australia, which translates to fewer purchasing options and helps bolster demand for existing real estate. The composition of new residential projects consists of 88.0% detached single-family dwellings and 12.0% semi-detached properties or units, preserving the low-density character of the neighborhood and catering to buyers seeking suburban space. The ratio of 413 residents for each approved dwelling highlights the quiet, slow-paced construction environment of the area. Projecting forward, the population of Woodend is expected to expand by 2,727 inhabitants by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimation. With the current pace of construction, the volume of housing completions might not keep up with population expansion, which could intensify competition among buyers and drive up residential values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Woodend
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 79 current infrastructure and development projects close to Woodend, worth an estimated $10.5 billion. 29 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and municipal planning decisions play a significant role in shaping the performance of a region. AreaSearch has identified a total of 6 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Hanging Rock to Daylesford Shared Trail, the Hamilton Road Reconstruction from New Gisborne to Riddells Creek, the Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct, and the Kyneton Recycled Water Irrigation Project, with details of the most significant initiatives listed below.
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Daylesford to Hanging Rock Shared Trail
Proposed regional shared trail linking Daylesford, Tylden, Woodend, Hanging Rock and Kyneton through a combination of rail trail and shared-use trail sections. The project is being jointly progressed by Macedon Ranges Shire Council and Hepburn Shire Council to improve cycling, walking and horse riding opportunities while supporting regional tourism and local connectivity. Planning and feasibility work continues, with additional state funding required before construction can commence.
Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct
The Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct is a staged regional sport and recreation development at New Gisborne, spread across two interconnected sites at the intersection of Barringo and Hamilton roads. It is the largest capital works project ever undertaken by Macedon Ranges Shire Council. Stage One, budgeted at over $29 million, opened on 28 June 2024 and delivered a three-court indoor sports stadium with spectator seating, kiosk, sport administration office and amenities on the western site, plus a natural turf AFL and cricket oval, pavilion with change rooms, fitness loop, half-court basketball, playground, outdoor table tennis, barbecue areas, wetland and car parking on the eastern site.Stage Two, valued at $17 million and funded by $15 million from the Australian Government and $2 million from Council, commenced in November 2025 under contractors Harris HMC (western stadium extension) and ACE Infrastructure (eastern sports fields). Stage Two adds three further multi-use indoor courts, four gender-neutral changerooms, additional offices, amenities and parking on the western site, and a second natural turf oval, two outdoor netball courts and further car parking on the eastern site. Construction progressed through 2026 with oval turf works completed and structural steel erected for the stadium extension by April 2026. Eastern side completion is expected mid-2026 and western side completion late 2026, with all new facilities open in early 2027. A proposed Stage Three, estimated at $15.5 million and still seeking external funding, would add retractable seating, a function and multi-purpose room extension, a canopy linking the existing netball courts to the sports hub, a pavilion extension and cricket nets. The precinct serves more than 3,300 participants across basketball, netball, AFL, cricket, futsal, volleyball and badminton, and adjoins the eight-court Macedon Ranges Regional Netball Complex.
Hamilton Road Reconstruction New Gisborne to Riddells Creek
Major road reconstruction and sealing project improving connectivity between New Gisborne and Riddells Creek. Enhanced safety and accessibility for rural communities, supporting regional development and emergency services access.
Ambrosia Estate
A boutique residential land estate providing 65 premium homesites ranging from 2000sqm to 7856sqm, ideal for architectural homes in the Macedon Ranges, less than an hour from Melbourne.
Kyneton Recycled Water Irrigation Project
The project involves the construction of a 14-kilometre pipeline to distribute Class C recycled water from the Kyneton Water Reclamation Plant to local irrigators, enabling the reuse of 200-300 megalitres annually for agricultural irrigation, supporting regional agriculture, and improving environmental outcomes for the Campaspe River by reducing non-compliant discharges.
Kyneton Showgrounds Master Plan Implementation
Implementation of the Kyneton Showgrounds Master Plan, adopted by Council in March 2023, delivering upgraded netball and little athletics facilities. Little athletics facilities were relocated from the top oval to the bottom oval, including a new storage shed, discus cage and circle, shot put circles, and long jump/triple jump run-ups and pits, with works completed in July 2024. Netball upgrades are being delivered in two stages: Stage 1 is the redevelopment of the M.B. O'Sullivan Pavilion, adding two netball player change rooms, umpire change rooms, amenities, storage, first aid area, admin/office space, and an undercover spectator area, with completion expected by the end of 2025.Stage 2 is the construction of two new asphalt netball courts with LED floodlighting, perimeter fencing, and spectator seating, scheduled to begin late 2025 and conclude before the start of the 2026 netball season. The Victorian Government pledged up to 1.5 million dollars towards the netball facilities, with Council committing a further 1.3 million dollars.
Old Kyneton Primary School Redevelopment
Transformation of the former Kyneton Primary School into a creative and community precinct, featuring restored heritage bluestone building for gallery and exhibition spaces, a new contemporary entry building, transformed library for events, and revitalized grounds with 3000 new plants.
Kyneton on Riverside
Master planned neighbourhood on the south side of the Campaspe River with staged land releases. The estate offers walking access to Kyneton Station and town amenities with design guidelines and house and land packages available. Stages 6 and 14 are complete and titled, with ongoing sales in stages 10, 11, and 19.
4,006 residents of Woodend are employed, from a labour force of 4,065. Unemployment sits at 1.5%, with participation at 61.3%. 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 7,263, about 90% 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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Woodend boasts a highly skilled labor force characterized by a strong presence in professional services, an unemployment rate of 1.5%, and an estimated employment growth of 1.0% over the previous year. As of March 2026, the area had 4,006 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.2% that sits below the 3.7% rate recorded for Regional Vic., and workforce participation aligns with the 61.1% level seen in Regional Vic. Census data indicates that 39.6% of residents worked from home, a figure that should be viewed in the context of the lasting effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.
The resident workforce is heavily concentrated within the fields of health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The district exhibits a marked specialization in professional & technical services, where the employment proportion is 2.5 times that of the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing represents a minor component of the local economy, employing 2.1% of workers compared to the regional figure of 7.5%. The disparity between the Census working population and the total resident population suggests that the local area offers a limited number of job opportunities within its own borders. An evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12-month timeframe, employment grew by 1.0% and the local workforce expanded by 0.8%, leading to a decrease of 0.2 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional Vic. experienced a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.3% reduction in the workforce, and a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 released by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context regarding future labour demand in Woodend. These estimations, spanning five and ten years, are applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, jobs are projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth profiles vary widely by sector. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local employment distribution suggests that employment in Woodend should expand by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, noting that this uses a weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and excludes local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Woodend is $2,113 a week (about $110,000 a year), with median personal income at $870 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,223 a year against an average of $87,859. The average runs 46% 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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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that income levels within the Woodend SA2 are exceptionally high relative to national standards, with a median of $60,223 and an average of $87,859. This is in contrast to Regional Vic., where the median income is $50,954 and the average is $62,728. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures to be around $66,016 for the median and $96,311 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census records, household, family, and individual incomes in Woodend are situated around the 67th percentile nationally.
Income distribution shows that 27.7% of the population (representing 2,244 residents) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is comparable to the metropolitan rate where this bracket accounts for 30.3% of earners. The high proportion of top-tier earners (34.5% receiving more than $3,000 weekly) points to substantial economic capacity in the area. After accounting for housing expenses, residents retain 88.0% of their earnings, indicating strong disposable income, and the region ranks in the 8th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Woodend had 2,880 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 43% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $392 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 18.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.8%. 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 housing stock in Woodend at the time of the latest Census consisted of 92.0% detached houses and 7.9% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 90.1% detached houses and 9.9% other structures in Regional Vic. Home ownership rates in Woodend matched Regional Vic. at 42.9%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (42.5%) or rented (14.7%). The median monthly payment for home loans in the area was significantly higher than the Regional Vic. average at $2,000, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $392, compared to $1,430 and $285 respectively for Regional Vic.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Woodend exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Woodend counted 2,880 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the largest share of the community at 77.2% of all households, consisting of 35.4% couples with children, 30.4% couples without children, and 11.1% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.8%, with single-person households making up 21.1% and group share houses representing 1.7%. The median household occupancy is 2.6 individuals, which is higher than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
39.2% of adults in Woodend hold a university qualification, including 23.6% with a bachelor degree and 10.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 93% of areas nationally. A further 18.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 679 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,105 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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The level of education in Woodend is considerably higher than regional averages, with 39.2% of residents aged 15 and over possessing a university degree, compared to 21.7% in the Rest of Vic. and 25.4% across the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary qualifications positions the area well for industries focused on knowledge and professional services. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 23.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.1% and graduate diplomas at 5.5%. Technical and trade credentials are also common, with 29.6% of the population aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (18.0%).
Participation in education is high throughout the community, with 30.3% of residents enrolled in a course of study. Within this group, 11.5% are attending primary school, 9.5% are in secondary school, and 3.9% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Woodend reaches 5 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 330 services a week. The typical home sits about 1,310 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 systems in Woodend include 5 active stops providing train connections. These stops are served by 8 separate routes, which combine to facilitate 326 passenger trips every week. Access to transit is limited, with residents living an average of 1312 meters away from the nearest station or stop. As the locality is mostly residential, the majority of working residents travel outside the area for employment, and private vehicles remain the main form of transit at 89%. Households own an average of 1.7 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 39.6%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. The frequency of transit services averages 46 trips per day across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 65 departures weekly at each individual stop.
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67.4% of residents in Woodend report no long-term health condition. 5.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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 Woodend align closely with national averages, according to an evaluation of mortality rates and chronic health conditions by AreaSearch, which shows average rates of typical medical conditions across both younger and older demographics, and the rate of private medical insurance is very high at approximately 63% of the total population (5,128 people). This compares to a rate of 50.5% across Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded among local residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 8.8% and 8.2% of the population, respectively, while 67.4% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
Health status among working-age residents is standard. The area has 23.7% of its population aged 65 and over (amounting to 1,919 people). Health outcomes among this senior group are strong, with national rankings exceeding those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Woodend is largely Australian-born, at 83.2% of residents, with 4.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.5%) and Australian (26.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Woodend displays lower levels of cultural diversity than typical benchmarks, with 83.2% of residents born in Australia, 90.9% holding citizenship, and 95.1% using only English in their households. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 41.1% of the population. The most distinct statistical variation is observed in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% throughout Regional Vic. In terms of ancestral backgrounds, the three most common lineages reported in Woodend are English at 30.5%, Australian at 26.7%, and Irish at 12.2%. There are also differences in other backgrounds, with Scottish heritage representing 10.3% of the population (compared to 8.8% in the wider region), Maltese at 0.9% (compared to 0.5%), and Welsh at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Woodend is 46, older than 81% of areas nationally. 16.5% 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 46, the population of Woodend is older than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and higher than the national median of 38. The 45 to 54 age bracket is strongly represented at 15.7% compared to Regional Vic., whereas the 25 to 34 age bracket is less common at 4.9%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 75 to 84 age group has expanded from 6.7% to 8.9% of the population, and the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 9.7% to 11.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 declined from 6.6% to 4.9%.
By 2041, the demographic profile is projected to change, with the 45 to 54 cohort increasing by 43% (an additional 549 people) to reach 1,820 from 1,270.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Woodend
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 75 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,949 at the 2021 Census → 8,102 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 (202021031). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.