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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).
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South Perth - Kensington has an estimated 19,471 residents, up from 17,226 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,245 people, or 13.0%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years, faster than 79% of areas nationally. 447 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 93.5% of that increase. That puts 2,509 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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As of Aug 2026, demographic assessments indicate that South Perth - Kensington has reached approximately 19,471 residents. Compared with the 17,226 people recorded in the 2021 Census, this marks an expansion of 2,245 people (13.0%). This calculation incorporates the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population figure of 19,447 alongside 447 validated new addresses established post-Census. With 2,509 persons per square kilometer, the locality falls within the nation's highest quartile for residential density. Furthermore, the district's 13.0% expansion outpaced both the broader SA3 territory and the national average (9.5%), establishing it as a key regional growth pocket.
Inbound overseas migration served as the primary demographic catalyst, accounting for roughly 93.5% of all net additions during recent periods. Demographic projections for the SA2 level apply 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia datasets pegged to a 2022 baseline. Where local figures are unavailable, and for projections beyond 2032 across all territories, modeling incorporates age-bracket growth trajectories from the 2023 Greater Capital Region forecasts (utilising 2022 figures). Looking forward, the area is projected to experience population expansion above the median benchmark of evaluated statistical zones, with an estimated gain of 2,274 persons by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP baseline, representing a cumulative 11.6% rise across the 16 years.
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748 new dwellings have been approved in South Perth - Kensington over the past five years, an average of 149 a year. That places the area in the 74th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 150 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 19% 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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Over the preceding 5 financial years, residential approvals within South Perth - Kensington have averaged roughly 149 annually, accumulating to 748 homes. Between FY-22 and FY-26, the absorption rate tracking 2 new residents per year per dwelling built indicated balanced demand and supply conditions; however, this ratio climbed to 5.3 people per dwelling across the latest 2 financial years, underscoring heightened buyer interest alongside emerging capacity pressures. Underpinning a developer orientation toward upscale, higher-end stock, approved dwellings average a construction value of $810,000. In addition, local non-residential momentum remains solid, with commercial approvals securing $45.2 million during the current financial year.
Per capita building volumes in South Perth - Kensington run 32.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period recorded across Greater Perth, sustaining asset valuations while offering buyers diverse choices, even as construction momentum has moderated lately. The incoming housing pipeline is heavily oriented toward higher density, comprising 19.0% detached dwellings alongside 81.0% medium and high-density housing. This supply structure caters to entry-level buyers, downsizers, and investors by offering accessible price points. It also marks a marked departure from the prevailing neighbourhood fabric (currently 45.0% houses), driven by site scarcity and evolving lifestyle preferences. With roughly 351 people per approval, the local construction landscape reflects an established, mature market. According to the newest quarterly projections, South Perth - Kensington is slated to add 2,250 residents by 2041. Provided current delivery volumes continue, incoming residential stock appears well-positioned to satisfy future household demand, ensuring favorable market conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling population expansion above current baseline forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside South Perth - Kensington, worth an estimated $940 million. A further 159 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $50.8 billion. 40 are already under construction and 69 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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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Infrastructure works, major development schemes, and strategic planning decisions play a fundamental role in shaping local community performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 48 active or planned initiatives possessing the capacity to influence the immediate region. Prominent undertakings include Lumiere South Perth, Riva Como, The Pearl, and Peninsula Place, with key project summaries detailed in the following schedule.
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Lumiere South Perth
A 25-storey luxury residential tower by Edge Visionary Living, featuring 109 premium apartments with panoramic views of the city and Swan River. Designed by Hillam Architects, it includes an infinity pool, spa, residents lounge, wine cellar, gymnasium, sauna, and cocktail lounge.
The Pearl
A luxury apartment tower on the South Perth peninsula offering around 132 one to four bedroom residences including premium skyhomes, with Swan River and city views and resort style resident amenities such as pool, gym, sauna, steam room, cinema and lounge spaces. The project has Development Approval and sales are being managed via the developer's official channels.
8 Parker Street Luxury Apartments
A boutique 15-storey luxury apartment development comprising two towers with 26 residential dwellings and basement parking. Designed by Colliere Architecture with interiors by Cox Interiors, featuring north-facing aspect with uninterrupted Swan River and city views. Built by owners for owners concept.
Aboriginal Cultural Centre
The Aboriginal Cultural Centre is a major landmark project situated at the former Terrace Road Car Park site in Boorloo (Perth), connecting with the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River). It will serve as an immersive cultural hub featuring gallery, exhibition, performance, and education spaces to showcase Whadjuk Noongar and broader First Nations heritage. The WA and Australian Governments have jointly committed $104 million for planning and concept design, with Hassell leading the active design phase. The project is anticipated for completion by 2029 to align with Western Australia's Bicentennial milestones.
Garden Towers East Perth
Garden Towers is a $277 million luxury residential development by Finbar Group featuring 331 apartments across two towers (East and West). The project integrates the repurposed heritage-listed Materials Science Building into a vibrant ground-floor retail plaza with 13 commercial spaces and an alfresco dining area. Residential amenities include a level 36 rooftop sky deck, pool, gym, and resident lounges overlooking Queens Gardens and the Swan River.
Waterbank East Perth - Interim Sporting Precinct
The original $1.3 billion Lendlease residential development at Waterbank was cancelled following geotechnical investigations finding the reclaimed land unsuitable for major development. The WA Government and DevelopmentWA are now transforming the 6.6-hectare foreshore site into interim public open space and a professional training base for the Perth Bears, Australia's newest NRL club entering competition in March 2027. Interim landscaping works commenced June 2025, including new playing fields, goal posts, enhanced subsoil drainage, improved turf, native landscaping, footpaths, lighting, and CCTV.The site sits within the 40-hectare Riverside Redevelopment Area alongside the WACA Ground, Queens Gardens, and the Swan River foreshore. Full completion of landscaping is anticipated April 2026. Long-term redevelopment options for the broader site remain under consideration.
21 The Esplanade Mixed-Use Tower
A 53-storey mixed-use development at Lot 4 Elizabeth Quay featuring 70,000 square meters of premium office space and 176 short-stay accommodation units. The project includes diverse amenities such as a childcare center, gymnasium, retail and cafe tenancies, a restaurant, and a rooftop pool, all designed to activate the waterfront precinct.
Perth Concert Hall Redevelopment
Redevelopment and revitalisation of the heritage-listed Perth Concert Hall to preserve its acoustic qualities, upgrade accessibility, seating, backstage and production facilities, create new public foyers, food and beverage areas, rehearsal and administration spaces for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, and renew the northern forecourt and landscaping. Main works have been awarded to ADCO Constructions and construction is underway, with official reopening planned for early 2028.
12,023 residents of South Perth - Kensington are employed, from a labour force of 12,243. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 71.5%. 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. 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 labour profile in South Perth - Kensington is defined by a highly credentialed workforce, an extensive professional services footprint, a jobless rate of merely 1.8%, and estimated yearly job creation of 2.0%. There were 12,023 residents in active employment as of March 2026, with local unemployment sitting 2.4% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2% and labour participation matching Greater Perth's 69.9%. Census records indicate that only 12.8% of workers carried out their roles from home, although prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time should be taken into account. Health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training represent the primary fields of employment for local workers.
Technical and professional vocations display distinct local concentration, capturing an employment share 1.7 times the regional level. Conversely, construction represents a comparatively smaller segment at 6.4% employment, trailing the 9.3% seen across the wider region. While local positions exist, commuting ratios calculated from Census employment counts relative to resident numbers suggest that a substantial proportion of workers travel beyond the suburb boundaries for their jobs. SALM and ABS metrics show that throughout the 12 months to March 2026, the area experienced a 2.0% expansion in employment alongside a 2.0% gain in the total labour force, holding the unemployment rate steady. Across Greater Perth over the same interval, employment expanded by 2.0%, the labour pool increased by 2.5%, and unemployment climbed by 0.4 percentage points. National employment outlooks published by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide further context on emerging industry trajectories. Over five-year and ten-year horizons, nationwide employment is projected to expand by 6.6% and 13.7% respectively, with performance varying widely by sector. When applied to South Perth - Kensington's specific industry distribution, these benchmarks suggest potential local job growth of 6.9% across five years and 14.2% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model that excludes localised demographic forecasts).
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Median household income in South Perth - Kensington is $2,113 a week (about $110,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,131 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,612 a year against an average of $108,651. The average runs 63% 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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Aggregated postcode figures from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicate that taxpayers in the South Perth - Kensington SA2 recorded a median earnings figure of $66,612 and an average level of $108,651, standing well above typical Australian benchmarks as well as Greater Perth outcomes of $60,748 and $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, modelled benchmarks as of March 2026 reach approximately $73,893 (median) and $120,527 (average). Across personal, family, and household categories in the Census, local earnings place between the 73rd and 87th percentiles nationwide.
Income distribution figures show 28.0% of local earners (5,451 individuals) within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, aligning closely with the 32.0% recorded across the surrounding metropolitan area. Strong local purchasing power is evidenced by 35.8% of households generating weekly incomes above $3,000. Residential housing costs absorb 14.1% of income, while resident earning capacity positions the community in the 75th percentile for disposable income and within the 9th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South Perth - Kensington had 7,254 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 45% detached houses and 24% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 40% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $375 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,388 a month. Rent absorbs 17.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records show that South Perth - Kensington's residential landscape comprises 44.7% houses and 55.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with the wider Perth metro profile of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stands at 33.2%, substantially exceeding metropolitan levels, while mortgaged properties account for 26.8% and rented accommodation represents 40.0%. Typical housing expenses include a median monthly mortgage obligation of $2,388 (compared to $1,907 across Perth metro and $1,863 nationally) and a median weekly rent of $375 (matching the national figure of $375 and above the Perth metro rate of $350).
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South Perth - Kensington counted 7,254 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,199 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 34% 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 the primary living arrangement locally, representing 61.3% of households. Within this cohort, couples without children make up 28.7%, couples with children represent 24.4%, and single parent families account for 6.7%. The remaining 38.7% comprises non-family living arrangements, primarily lone person residences at 33.6% alongside 5.1% group households. The district records a median household size of 2.2 people, which sits below the Greater Perth metric of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.4% of adults in South Perth - Kensington hold a university qualification, including 32.4% with a bachelor degree and 13.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 12.8% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,797 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,108 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational profiles in South Perth - Kensington sit well ahead of state and regional benchmarks, with 50.4% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 27.9% across WA and 29.9% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees account for the largest proportion at 32.4%, alongside 13.5% holding postgraduate credentials and 4.5% holding graduate diplomas. In technical and trade streams, vocational qualifications are held by 23.5% of people aged 15+, comprising 10.7% with advanced diplomas and 12.8% with certificates. Student engagement across the district is elevated, with 29.3% of the resident population actively participating in academic or vocational study.
This enrollment base includes 9.8% attending tertiary institutions, 7.6% enrolled in secondary schooling, and 7.0% in primary education.
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Public transport in South Perth - Kensington reaches 121 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 3,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 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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Local transit networks comprise 121 active transit stops spanning bus and ferry services across South Perth - Kensington. A total of 17 separate routes service these stops, generating 3,922 weekly passenger trips. Network proximity is strong, with typical walking distances to the closest boarding point measuring 133 meters. Given the predominantly suburban residential character, outward commuting prevails, with private vehicles accounting for 76% of journeys, followed by 13% by bus and 3% cycling. Vehicle availability sits at 1.2 per dwelling, trailing metropolitan averages, while working from home accounted for 12.8% of workers in the 2021 Census, a figure potentially influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit services maintain an average timetable of 560 trips per day across the collective network, supplying roughly 32 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying diagram displays the 100 closest stops relative to the district centerpoint.
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73.3% of residents in South Perth - Kensington report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 92% of areas nationally. 2.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 75.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality patterns and chronic ailment incidence reveal excellent community wellness across South Perth - Kensington, with low rates of standard medical conditions observed across all age cohorts. Furthermore, private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by roughly 75% of the total population (14,661 people). This coverage rate substantially exceeds the 59.0% observed throughout Greater Perth as well as the national standard of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions constitute the most prevalent diagnosed concerns locally, affecting 6.9% and 7.0 of residents respectively, whereas 73.3% reported no chronic medical conditions whatsoever, outpacing the Greater Perth figure of 71.9%.
The working-age demographic demonstrates strong physical health with minimal chronic disease burden. Residents aged 65 and over account for 20.5% of the population (3,989 people), surpassing the 15.9% proportion in Greater Perth, with older residents recording favorable health benchmarks aligned with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.7% of South Perth - Kensington residents were born overseas and 18.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.3%) and Australian (20.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in South Perth - Kensington is pronounced relative to most domestic markets, with 35.7% of residents born abroad and 18.2% using a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the predominant faith, practiced by 46.0% of the community. In addition, Judaism exhibits notable local representation at 0.4% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth. Regarding ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the primary reported ancestries are English at 28.3%, Australian at 20.8%, and Other at 10.1%. Divergences also appear among specific European and international backgrounds, with South Australian heritage recorded at 0.9% (vs 1.0% regionally), Croatian at 0.9% (vs 0.8%), and Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of South Perth - Kensington is 40. 30.1% 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 distribution of South Perth - Kensington skews older than regional averages. Estimates updated to August 2026 place 20.5% of the populace within retiree and elderly cohorts (65+), compared to 15.9% across Greater Perth, while children and young adults (0 - 24) constitute 24.9%, below the wider regional share of 30.5%. The median age is estimated at 40 as at August 2026, holding steady from the 2021 Census and remaining 3 years above the metropolitan figure of 37 reported in 2021. Meanwhile, young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) have risen from 28.0% at the Census to 30.6%.
By 2041, senior brackets are forecast to account for the bulk of demographic expansion, gaining 1,922 residents (48%) to reach 5,912, whereas young to middle aged adults and younger cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South Perth - Kensington
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 8 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 — 447 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (17,226 at the 2021 Census → 19,471 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 (506071147). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.