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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
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North Perth has an estimated 11,013 residents, up from 9,707 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,306 people, or 13.5%. Growth has averaged 2.4% a year over five years, faster than 81% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 79.4% of that increase. That puts 3,564 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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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch indicate that North Perth has reached a population of approximately 11,013 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 1,306 people (13.5%) compared to the 9,707 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. Such expansion is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 10,997 registered in June 2025 alongside 81 validated new addresses identified following the Census date. Consequently, local population density stands at 3,564 persons per square kilometer, positioning the suburb in the upper quartile of nationally assessed locations. North Perth outpaced the 9.5% national benchmark with its 13.5% post-2021 census growth rate, establishing itself as a growth leader in the region.
While natural growth and interstate migration also served as positive factors, overseas migration was the primary catalyst, generating roughly 79.4% of total population gains during recent periods. Projections for each SA2 published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (using 2022 as the base year) are incorporated into AreaSearch modeling. For unrepresented SA2 regions and broader projections beyond 2032, cohort-specific growth rates from the latest Greater Capital Region dataset released by the ABS in 2023 (based on 2022 data) are applied. Moving forward with demographic trends, forecasts indicate above median population growth relative to statistical areas across the nation, with the locality projected to gain 1,616 persons to 2041 according to recent annual ERP population numbers, representing an increase of 14.5% in total over the 16 years.
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272 new dwellings have been approved in North Perth over the past five years, an average of 54 a year. That places the area in the 89th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 55 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 45% 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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Residential construction approvals in North Perth have averaged approximately 54 new homes per year, totalling 272 homes across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Over this period (between FY-22 and FY-26), an average of 4.5 people per year relocated to the area for each dwelling built, creating an environment where demand significantly outpaces supply, driving upward pressure on prices and heightening buyer competition. Furthermore, average construction values for new properties stand at $731,000, revealing that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end builds. Alongside this, commercial approvals generated $3.0 million this financial year, pointing to a limited commercial development focus.
Per-capita construction volumes in North Perth closely mirror those across Greater Perth, maintaining market stability in line with regional patterns even as development activity has accelerated in recent periods. Contemporary building approvals are split between 45.0% detached houses and 55.0% medium and high-density housing. This structural emphasis on higher-density living creates more accessible entry points suited to first-home buyers, investors, and downsizers. It also signals a marked shift away from the existing housing mix of 66.0% houses, responding to shrinking land availability alongside evolving lifestyle choices and affordability requirements. Meanwhile, an expanding market is underscored by approximately 177 people per dwelling approval. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, population forecasts indicate North Perth will add 1,600 residents through to 2041. While development is keeping reasonable pace with projected growth, prospective purchasers may experience heightened competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside North Perth, worth an estimated $655 million. A further 165 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $40.1 billion. 55 are already under construction and 86 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives significantly shape an area's trajectory. AreaSearch has identified a total of 21 projects likely to impact the locality. Primary undertakings include Alma Square, North Perth / Mount Lawley Underground Power Project, Osborne Park and Tuart Hill Targeted Underground Power Program, and North Perth Town Centre Planning Framework, with the most relevant initiatives detailed in the list below.
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Alma Square
Alma Square is a landmark mixed-use development transforming the North Perth town centre. It features 108 residential apartments and over 1,500 square metres of ground-floor retail and hospitality space. As of April 2026, excavation works are ongoing and the concrete structure is commencing. The development includes resort-style amenities such as a swimming pool, gym, sauna, and a level 6 rooftop sky lounge with panoramic city views. Sustainability features include a 7-star NatHERS rating, solar power, and EV charging infrastructure.Completion is expected in the first quarter of 2028.
Alma Square
Nine-storey mixed-use precinct in North Perth by Celsius Property Group, with 108 apartments, ground-floor and second-storey commercial tenancies for restaurants, cafes, shops and offices, plus resident amenities including a pool, gym, sauna, cinema, pet run, communal gardens and city-view lounge. Development approval was issued in November 2023, an amendment was approved in January 2025, the building permit was issued in August 2025 and construction is now underway, with completion expected in the first quarter of 2028.
299 Charles Street North Perth
An 8-storey mixed-use redevelopment of the former Brownes Dairy site, featuring 117 residential apartments. The project includes 15 Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) units, 42 co-living units, and 59 market apartments. Ground floor amenities feature a tavern and brewery, private gym, and retail/cafe spaces, preserving the site's industrial heritage through a modern design by Space Collective Architects.
Alma Square
Alma Square is a 170 million dollar mixed-use redevelopment project in North Perth. This nine-storey precinct features 108 luxury residences and a ground-floor commercial hub with over 60 metres of north-oriented alfresco dining, boutique retail, and office spaces. Designed by Space Collective Architects, the development serves as a new heart for the North Perth town centre, offering amenities such as a rooftop terrace, lap pool, gym, and cinema while targeting high sustainability ratings including a 5 star Green Star and 7.2 star NatHERS average.
North Perth / Mount Lawley Underground Power Project
This project involves the conversion of the overhead electricity distribution network to underground power in designated sections of North Perth and Mount Lawley (Western Power Project 347). The scope includes installing new underground cabling, ground-mounted primary equipment such as transformers and switchgear units, and energy-efficient LED streetlights. As of 2026, the project is in the execution phase, following detailed design and community consultation on equipment placement. The initiative aims to improve network reliability, reduce storm-related outages, and enhance the local tree canopy by removing overhead poles and wires.
Osborne Park and Tuart Hill Targeted Underground Power Program
Western Power and the City of Stirling are converting overhead distribution powerlines to underground power across the Osborne Park and Tuart Hill project areas, including nearby parts of Joondanna and Stirling. The Targeted Underground Power Program is intended to improve power reliability and safety, remove distribution poles and wires, install underground network equipment and street lighting, and improve streetscape amenity. Transmission lines will remain overhead where they are outside the undergrounding scope.
North Perth Town Centre Planning Framework
A strategic planning framework by the City of Vincent to regulate land use, building heights, and design standards within the North Perth Town Centre. Following community consultation in early 2025, the framework aims to balance increased residential density with heritage preservation and improved public realm outcomes. Key focus areas include Fitzgerald Street and Angove Street, with provisions for diverse business mixes, pedestrian safety, and high-quality urban design. The framework guides the long-term growth and character of the precinct as it evolves into a high-density mixed-use hub.
533-545 Newcastle Street Commercial Project
A 70 million dollar mixed-use redevelopment on a 1.01-hectare site within the Pickle District. The approved project features a 10,000sqm complex anchored by a hardware store (Bunnings), a 140-place childcare centre, gallery space, showrooms, and various retail tenancies. The site was sold in March 2025 to a private east-coast developer for 14.5 million dollars and is currently managed for holding income while the new owners prepare for long-term construction.
6,855 residents of North Perth are employed, from a labour force of 7,137. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 75.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,350, about 85% 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 local workforce in North Perth is characterized by advanced educational attainment and strong representation in professional services, accompanied by an unemployment rate of only 4.0% and estimated employment growth of 1.7% over the past year. As of March 2026, 6,855 residents are in work, with the local jobless rate tracking 0.2% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is well beyond standard at 75.2%, outperforming Greater Perth's 69.9%. Census responses show that a low 12.4% of residents worked from home, though potential impacts from Covid-19 lockdowns should be considered.
Residents are predominantly employed across professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Professional & technical industries represent a distinct local specialization, capturing an employment share 1.9 times the regional level. Conversely, construction employment remains limited at 6.5%, compared to 9.3% regionally. Given the divergence between the resident population and Census working population, this predominantly residential suburb appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM data reveals that over the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 1.7% while the labour force grew by 2.7%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.9 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.0% and labour force growth of 2.5%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise. Further context regarding future demand is available from Jobs and Skills Australia national employment forecasts dated Mar-26. Mapped against the local employment profile across five and ten-year horizons, national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories differ substantially across sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections suggests North Perth employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (noting this is an illustrative weighting extrapolation that excludes localised population projections).
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Median household income in North Perth is $2,328 a week (about $121,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,149 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $71,508 a year against an average of $96,666. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the North Perth SA2 earned a median income of $71,508 and an average of $96,666, placing the area well above national standards and exceeding Greater Perth benchmarks of $60,748 (median) and $80,248 (average). Adjusting for a 10.93% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $79,324 (median) and $107,232 (average) as of March 2026. Figures from the 2021 Census show that household, family and personal incomes all rank highly, placing North Perth between the 84th and 88th percentiles nationally.
The largest income bracket includes 28.5% of locals (3,138 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, mirroring patterns in the surrounding region where 32.0% occupy this range. Economic affluence is highlighted by 38.9% of households earning weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. Meanwhile, housing accounts for 14.8% of income, resident disposable income ranks within the 85th percentile, and the SEIFA income ranking places the area in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Perth had 3,914 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 66% detached houses and 16% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,492 a month, a total housing cost higher than 80% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 17.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, residential accommodation in North Perth comprised 65.6% houses and 34.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in contrast to Perth metro figures of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership matched Perth metro at 29.7%, with remaining properties being mortgaged (36.7%) or rented (33.6%). Median monthly mortgage repayments reached $2,492, well above the Perth metro average of $1,907, while median weekly rent was recorded at $400 compared to $350 regionally. In a national context, North Perth mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceed the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Perth counted 3,914 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,441 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the majority at 61.8% of all households, encompassing couples with children (27.3%), couples without children (26.2%), and single parent families (7.1%). Non-family households account for the remaining 38.2%, with lone person households at 30.5% and group households comprising 7.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.1% of adults in North Perth hold a university qualification, including 33.8% with a bachelor degree and 11.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 88% of areas nationally. A further 13.2% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 803 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,141 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 attainment in North Perth significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 50.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 27.9% in WA and 30.1% in Greater Perth, positioning the suburb strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 33.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.1%) and graduate diplomas (5.2%). Vocational pathways make up 22.8% of qualifications among those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (13.2%). Participation in education is notably high across the community, with 26.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.9% in tertiary education, 7.6% in primary education, and 6.1% pursuing secondary education.
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Public transport in North Perth reaches 52 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 4,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 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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Analysis of public transport indicates 52 active transport stops operating within North Perth comprising a mix of buses. Serviced by 18 individual routes, these stops collectively deliver 4,290 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically situated 155 meters from their closest transport stop. Being a primarily residential area, outward commuting is standard, with the car remaining the dominant mode at 70% and 17% travelling by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, sitting below the regional average. Remote work accounted for a relatively low 12.4% of residents at the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.
Transit service frequency across all routes averages 612 trips per day, which equates to approximately 82 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.5% of residents in North Perth report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 69.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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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North Perth demonstrates above-average health outcomes, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with both young and old cohorts experiencing low rates of common health conditions. The level of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 70% of the total population (7,676 people), comparing favourably to 59.0% across Greater Perth and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues and asthma were identified as the most common medical conditions locally, impacting 10.0 and 6.6% of residents, respectively, while 72.5% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth.
Favourable health measures extend across residents under 65. The proportion of residents aged 65 and over is 14.6% (1,606 people), which is lower than the 15.9% in Greater Perth, with seniors exhibiting particularly strong health outcomes that rank higher than the general population nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.6% of North Perth residents were born overseas and 19.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.4%) and Australian (19.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in North Perth is higher than the vast majority of local markets, with 30.6% of its population born overseas and 19.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion, accounting for 42.2% of people in North Perth. However, Judaism shows the most apparent overrepresentation, comprising 1.0% of the population compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth. Regarding ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented backgrounds in North Perth are English (24.4%), Australian (19.7%), and Italian (9.1%). In addition, notable divergences exist in the representation of specific ethnic groups, with Macedonian overrepresented at 1.4% of North Perth (vs 0.4% regionally), Croatian at 1.3% (vs 0.8%), and French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Perth is 38. 30.5% 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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The age profile in North Perth is weighted towards younger demographics. Young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) make up 36.3% of residents as at August 2026, against 30.9% across Greater Perth, while children and young adults (0 - 24) account for 24.5% compared to a regional share of 30.5%. As at August 2026, the median age is an estimated 38, unchanged from the 2021 Census and 1 year above the Greater Perth figure of 37 at that Census. Since the Census, the young to middle aged cohort has grown from 34.4% of residents to an estimated 36.3%.
Retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) are projected to add the most residents by 2041, rising by 945 (59%) to 2,552.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Perth
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 | Apr 2026 5 months ago all 7 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 Apr 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 — 81 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,707 at the 2021 Census → 11,013 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 (503021040). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.