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Fremantle has an estimated 20,647 residents, up from 16,720 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,927 people, or 23.5%. Growth has averaged 3.8% a year over five years, faster than 92% of areas nationally. 592 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 61.8% of that increase. That puts 699 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count of Fremantle stands at approximately 20,647 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 3,927 individuals (23.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, when 16,720 residents were recorded. Such figures are derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 20,429 recorded in June 2025 alongside 592 validated new addresses identified following the Census. Consequently, population density reaches 699 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with broader benchmarks tracked by AreaSearch. Surpassing both state figures and the 9.5% national benchmark, Fremantle's 23.5% post-2021 Census expansion establishes it among the top regional performers for demographic growth.
Inbound overseas migration served as the primary catalyst, contributing roughly 61.8% of aggregate population additions across recent intervals, complemented by positive contributions from natural increase and interstate arrivals. Projections compiled by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia modeling released in 2024 (using 2022 as baseline data) across each SA2 locality. Where SA2 coverage is absent or when estimating trajectories beyond 2032 across all territories, age cohort growth metrics published by the ABS in its 2023 Greater Capital Region forecasts (anchored to 2022 data) are applied. Forward-looking demographic projections indicate expansion exceeding the median for Australian statistical areas, with Fremantle anticipated to gain 3,898 persons leading up to 2041 according to recent annual ERP statistics, translating into an overall 16-year increase of 17.8%.
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858 new dwellings have been approved in Fremantle over the past five years, an average of 171 a year. That places the area in the 98th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 173 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 14% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Building approvals in Fremantle have averaged roughly 171 new residential dwellings per annum, amounting to 858 dwellings across the preceding 5 financial years. With 4 new residents entering the area per year for each dwelling completed over the 5 financial years spanning FY-22 to FY-26, housing demand vastly outpaces additions, generally driving pricing higher and heightening buyer competition; concurrently, developers are constructing dwellings at an average value of $581,000, illustrating an intentional focus on the higher-end, premium residential segment. Furthermore, $65.2 million in commercial building permits have been logged during this financial year, underscoring solid momentum in commercial construction.
Per capita building activity in Fremantle tracks 69.0% above Greater Perth averages, broadening options for property seekers. Upcoming residential stock comprises 14.0% detached dwellings alongside 86.0% townhouses or apartments. This pronounced preference for higher-density formats provides accessible purchasing tiers while appealing to downsizers, first-time buyers, and investors alike. It also highlights a substantial departure from the existing dwelling landscape (where houses make up 46.0%), reflecting diminishing supplies of greenfield land, shifting lifestyle habits, and a rising requirement for diverse, budget-friendly housing choices. Registering approximately 117 people per dwelling approval, Fremantle exhibits clear attributes of an expanding urban market. According to the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch, Fremantle is on track to add 3,680 residents leading up to 2041. Should current construction tempos persist, incoming residential supply will comfortably absorb projected demand, fostering favorable terms for buyers while potentially facilitating population expansion beyond baseline estimates.
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AreaSearch tracks 26 current infrastructure and development projects inside Fremantle, worth an estimated $16.9 billion. A further 61 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $30.4 billion. 26 are already under construction and 31 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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Major infrastructure developments, planning frameworks, and significant local investments exert a profound influence on an area's long-term trajectory. AreaSearch has pinpointed 59 active projects that are anticipated to influence Fremantle. Notable initiatives include the Swan River Crossings Project, Monument East, Serai North Fremantle, and Elder Place Fremantle (Elders Wool Stores Redevelopment), with key details on the most impactful projects outlined below.
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Monument East
Mixed-use residential redevelopment by Locus comprising 57 townhouses, 24 apartments and 7 commercial tenancies within the Knutsford precinct. Stage 1 and Stage 2 are under construction, Stage 3 has commenced construction, and Stage 4 has been announced. Overall project completion is expected during 2027.
Elder Place Fremantle (Elders Wool Stores Redevelopment)
A $110 million heritage redevelopment of the Elders Wool Stores (built 1927, extended 1950s), transforming the long-vacant buildings into Western Australia's largest heritage redevelopment. The seven-storey mixed-use development will comprise 213 residential units including 33 boutique apartments (1, 2 and 3-bedroom plus penthouses), 6 three-level townhouses, and 174 co-living rental units with shared facilities. The project will deliver over 6,600 square meters of commercial office space, ground floor hospitality venues including a tavern, cafes, restaurants and bars, plus small retail outlets along Cantonment Street.Designed by Fremantle architects Spaceagency, the development will retain 80% of the world-famous skate ledge and preserve the heritage facades while adding three levels to the original structure. Development application received Council support in April 2025, with ongoing community consultation regarding heritage elements and skate ledge access.
Swan River Crossings Project
The Swan River Crossings Project is replacing the aging Fremantle Traffic Bridge with Australia's first extradosed bridge, featuring two lanes in each direction, wider active transport paths, higher clearance for watercraft, and enhanced connectivity. Construction is underway, with the existing bridge closed on 1 February 2026 for up to 12 months to facilitate major works. The project will serve as an iconic gateway to Fremantle.
East Village at Knutsford
A 1.5-hectare sustainable residential precinct and 'living laboratory' in Fremantle. The development features 36 all-electric townhomes and an apartment building designed to the One Planet Living framework, targeting 80% reductions in grid energy and mains water use through shared battery storage and rainwater harvesting.
Fremantle Station Precinct Plan
Strategic planning framework for the Fremantle Station precinct redevelopment, focusing on transit-oriented development, improved pedestrian connectivity, and mixed-use opportunities. The plan integrates with broader Fremantle transformation initiatives and the Victoria Quay commercial precinct.
Future of Fremantle Waterfront
A long-term 50-year strategic transformation of 370 hectares of Fremantle Inner Harbour land and waterways. The project follows the Western Australian Government's endorsement of the Place and Economic Vision in late 2024, facilitating a transition once container shipping moves to Kwinana by the late 2030s. The precinct is planned to support 20,000 new dwellings, 55,000 residents, and 45,000 jobs, featuring 10km of activated waterfront, major parklands, and cultural facilities.
Victoria Quay Revitalisation
A transformational urban renewal project of Fremantle's Inner Harbour into a premier hospitality, entertainment, and tourism precinct. Current focus is on connectivity, the B Shed Redevelopment, and heritage activations, integrating into the broader 'Future of Fremantle' vision to transition the port area into a globally significant waterfront city.
Fremantle Oval Precinct Masterplan
Unanimously approved masterplan to redevelop the Fremantle Oval precinct with upgraded football facilities, improved spectator experience, better community access, event capability, affordable housing opportunities, and refurbishment of the historic Victoria Pavilion. The City of Fremantle is currently seeking State and Federal funding to progress detailed design and delivery.
11,326 residents of Fremantle are employed, from a labour force of 11,913. Unemployment sits at 4.9%, with participation at 69.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 26,291, about 127% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Boasting an educated talent pool and an unemployment level of 4.9%, Fremantle features strong representation in professional services. As of March 2026, employed residents tally 11,326, with local joblessness tracking 0.7% above the 4.2% rate seen across Greater Perth, while labor force participation matches Greater Perth's 69.9%. Census records indicate that 13.9% of the workforce operated from home, though potential distortions from Covid-19 restrictions should be recognized. Resident employment is primarily concentrated across health care & social assistance, professional & technical disciplines, and education & training. Local specialization is especially prominent within professional & technical roles, capturing 1.6 times the wider regional concentration.
Conversely, retail trade remains relatively minor, employing 6.1% of local workers relative to 9.3% throughout Greater Perth. Maintaining a ratio of 1.1 workers per resident at the Census, Fremantle operates as a regional employment destination, generating more jobs than resident workers and drawing commuters from neighboring suburbs. Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch indicates that the labour force shrank by 0.9% and employment fell by 0.5% during the year to March 2026, which led to a 0.4 percentage point drop in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.0% and labour force growth of 2.5%, accompanied by a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context for anticipated future demand in Fremantle. These projections, which span five and ten-year periods, have been overlaid on the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector-specific growth rates vary considerably. When these industry-specific forecasts are applied to Fremantle's employment composition, local employment is expected to rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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Median household income in Fremantle is $1,952 a week (about $102,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,059 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $61,122 a year against an average of $94,600. The average runs 55% 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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ATO postcode-level records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show the Fremantle SA2 with a median taxpayer income of $61,122 and an average taxpayer income of $94,600. These figures rank exceptionally high across the country and compare favorably to Greater Perth's median income of $60,748 and average income of $80,248. Accounting for a 10.93% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, modeled estimates reach roughly $67,803 for median earnings and $104,940 on average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed weekly individual income at $1,059, reaching the 83rd percentile nationally.
The $1,500 - 2,999 earning tier constitutes the largest share, encompassing 27.2% of residents (5,615 people), mirroring regional patterns where 32.0% fall within the same bracket. A significant cohort of top earners (32.3% making above $3,000/week) demonstrates substantial local purchasing power. Even though residential costs absorb 15.3% of income, strong earnings elevate disposable income to the 63rd percentile, while the SEIFA income score positions the locality in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Fremantle had 7,087 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 46% detached houses and 26% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 38% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $385 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 19.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling types in Fremantle at the latest Census were split between 45.6% separate houses and 54.4% non-detached formats (apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with the wider Perth metro landscape of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright homeownership was higher than the metropolitan benchmark at 31.5%, while 30.4% held a mortgage and 38.0% were renting. Monthly median mortgage costs reached $2,167, well above the $1,907 reported across Perth metro, while median weekly rent stood at $385 against the metropolitan figure of $350. Relative to national figures, Fremantle's mortgage commitments significantly exceed the Australian benchmark of $1,863, with rental payments also surpassing the $375 national average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Fremantle counted 7,087 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,752 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 87% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 37% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 57.0% of local living arrangements, made up of couples without children (28.2%), couples with children (19.9%), and single parent households (8.2%). Non-family households account for the remaining 43.0%, with lone person households representing 36.9% and group households comprising 6.1%. The area records a median household size of 2.1 people, smaller than the Greater Perth benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
48.9% of adults in Fremantle hold a university qualification, including 30.5% with a bachelor degree and 13.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 88% of areas nationally. A further 14.9% hold a vocational qualification. 14 schools serve the area, with 3,943 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,116 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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Qualifications among Fremantle residents substantially exceed wider state and regional standards, with 48.9% of individuals aged 15+ holding a higher education degree, compared to 27.9% across WA and 28.6% within the SA4 region. Such advanced educational attainment positions the local community well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent 30.5%, accompanied by postgraduate qualifications at 13.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.7%. Technical and vocational training is also well represented, with 25.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (14.9%). Participation in formal learning is notably strong, engaging 26.9% of the local population.
Within this enrolled cohort, 9.1% attend tertiary institutions, 6.5% are in primary education, and 6.1% undertake secondary schooling.
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Public transport in Fremantle reaches 124 stops on 28 routes, timetabled for about 6,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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Network mapping indicates 124 active public transit boarding points in Fremantle, comprising bus and rail facilities. Across these stops, 28 separate transit routes operate, generating an aggregate of 6,436 passenger departures each week. General transit access is favorable, with residents living a typical distance of 276 meters from their nearest transit node. Reflecting its predominantly residential character, outward commuting prevails: private vehicles remain the chief choice at 68%, while rail transport captures 12% and walking accounts for 7%. Vehicle ownership sits below the wider regional figure at an average of 1.1 per residence.
Working from home was recorded by 13.9% of the workforce at the 2021 Census, potentially influenced by prevailing COVID-19 settings. Daily route schedules average 919 trips across all corridors, translating to roughly 51 departures per individual stop each week. The associated spatial map details the 100 closest transit stops surrounding the focal centroid.
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69.1% of residents in Fremantle report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 68.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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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Fremantle records positive overall health statistics, with AreaSearch analysis of chronic condition incidence and mortality showing low rates of standard ailments across both younger and older demographics, while private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high at roughly 69% of all residents (14,184 people). In comparison, coverage sits at 59.0% across Greater Perth and 55.7% nationwide. Arthritis and mental health conditions represent the most frequently reported diagnoses in the locality, affecting 7.2% and 10.1% of residents respectively, whereas 69.1% reported no diagnosed long-term health ailments (compared with 71.9% in Greater Perth).
Health metrics among the working-age population align closely with broader norms. Seniors aged 65 and over account for 19.1% of the population (3,947 people), exceeding the 15.9% proportion in Greater Perth. Health outcomes across this older demographic are particularly robust, achieving national rankings above the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.5% of Fremantle residents were born overseas and 12.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.9%) and Australian (19.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Demonstrating greater cultural diversity than most comparable suburban areas, Fremantle records 31.5% of its community born overseas and 12.9% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the largest faith group, accounting for 36.2% of residents. The most noticeable relative overrepresentation occurs in Judaism, which makes up 0.4% locally compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth. Looking at parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries among Fremantle residents are English (30.9%), Australian (19.9%), and Irish (10.6%). Furthermore, distinct local variations appear across other ancestries: French represents 1.2% locally (versus 0.5% across the region), Croatian stands at 1.2% (versus 0.8%), and Welsh accounts for 1.1% (versus 0.7% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Fremantle is 42. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 26.9% 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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Fremantle's demographic age distribution largely tracks Greater Perth patterns, with the largest variance across the four broad cohorts standing at 4.1 percentage points. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 42, down from 43 recorded at the 2021 Census and 5 years higher than Greater Perth's Census figure of 37. Examining specific brackets, mature adults and early retirees (aged 45 - 64) have decreased from 28.2% at the Census to an estimated 23.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, older residents and retirees (aged 65+) are anticipated to drive the vast majority of local expansion, increasing by 2,064 residents (52%) to total 6,012.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Fremantle
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 |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 26 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 592 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (16,720 at the 2021 Census → 20,647 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (507021165). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.