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Wellard (West) - Bertram has an estimated 23,390 residents, up from 17,953 at the 2021 Census — a change of 5,437 people, or 30.3%. Growth has averaged 5.1% a year over five years, faster than 95% of areas nationally. 871 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,879 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 evaluation by AreaSearch, the resident count of Wellard (West) - Bertram reaches approximately 23,390 as of Aug 2026. This represents a 30.3% expansion (+5,437 individuals) relative to the 17,953 people counted during the 2021 Census. Such adjustments draw on ABS estimated resident population figures of 23,219 from June 2025 alongside 871 validated new addresses identified post-Census. Consequently, population density stands at 1,878 persons per square kilometer, placing it above standard nationwide benchmarks evaluated by AreaSearch. Outpacing both state figures and the nationwide benchmark of 9.5%, the locality's 30.3% surge confirms its status as a notable regional growth corridor.
Demographic expansion has been powered predominantly by net overseas migration, which generated roughly 38.4% of total gains in recent times, supplemented by positive inflows from natural increase and interstate arrivals. Projections for each SA2 region rely on 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia models utilizing 2022 as their starting baseline. Wherever regional SA2 modeling is unavailable, and across all localities beyond 2032, figures incorporate cohort-specific trajectory rates taken from the ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts published in 2023 using 2022 data. Guided by these anticipated demographic shifts, Wellard (West) - Bertram places within the highest quartile among locations studied by AreaSearch, with an expected increase of 9,236 persons by 2041 based on recent annual ERP statistics, translating to a cumulative 16-year gain of 38.8%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,303 new dwellings have been approved in Wellard (West) - Bertram over the past five years, an average of 260 a year. That places the area in the 99th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 261 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 92% 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 building approvals across Wellard (West) - Bertram have averaged close to 260 homes per annum, accumulating to 1,303 sanctioned residences over the previous 5 financial years. With 3.9 incoming residents recorded per completed residence over the 5 financial years spanning FY-22 to FY-26, incoming requirements substantially outpace newly built volume, which typically drives up buyer competition and upward pricing momentum. Construction costs for new residences average $340,000—sitting underneath regional benchmarks—highlighting entry-level affordability for buyers. Meanwhile, commercial construction activity remains subdued, logging $7.0 million in approved commercial value during the current financial year.
On a per-capita basis, residential building momentum in Wellard (West) - Bertram sits 10.0% below the Greater Perth standard, yet ranks within the 91st percentile across the country following an acceleration in recent periods. This elevated rate comfortably outstrips nationwide norms, illustrating strong builder and developer engagement. Composition-wise, freestanding dwellings account for 92.0% of recent construction while medium and high-density housing makes up 8.0%, preserving established low-density suburban neighbourhoods geared toward family living. Registering roughly 67 individuals per approved home, the community continues to display the hallmarks of an expanding outer suburb. Demographic outlooks indicate that Wellard (West) - Bertram will expand by 9,065 residents leading up to 2041, measured from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly update. If prevailing construction rates persist, the pipeline of residential additions should readily satisfy incoming requirements, offering balanced purchasing opportunities and potentially enabling the area to exceed projected growth numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Wellard (West) - Bertram, worth an estimated $2.34 billion. A further 82 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $40.8 billion. 32 are already under construction and 42 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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 planning frameworks, capital works, and civic infrastructure significantly shape community growth. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 17 notable initiatives expected to influence the local area. Among the key developments are Wellard East Primary School, Providence Estate, Wolfdene Wellard Development, and Oakebella Estate, with primary projects detailed below.
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Wellard West Community Facility
A $6.32 million community infrastructure project delivered by the City of Kwinana to build a modern community center and sports pavilion in Wellard West, providing multi-purpose indoor spaces, changing facilities, and community gathering spaces.
Wellard Green
Wellard Green is a 146-lot residential land estate by Wolfdene in partnership with Blueways Group. Located adjacent to the Wellard Bulrush Nature Reserve and close to Wellard Train Station, the estate is being delivered in staged releases with civil works underway and Stage 1 sold out.
The Wedge at Wellard
The Wedge at Wellard is a 117-lot boutique residential master-planned estate situated in Wellard North. Developed by Monument and M/Group, the community is bordered by natural bushland reserves and features dedicated parklands, a modern playground, and an integrated childcare facility.
Sunrise at Wellard
Sunrise at Wellard is a master-planned residential community developed by Okeland Communities in the City of Kwinana. The estate spans over 350 residential home lots complemented by landscaped communal parklands, playgrounds, outdoor fitness facilities, and direct connectivity to the Wellard train station and Kwinana Freeway.
Providence Estate
Award-winning 72-lot boutique residential estate by Urban Quarter interwoven with existing bush and wetlands. Features adventure playground, walking trails, landscaped parks, and 20 hectares of recreational space plus 75 hectares of surrounding bush and wetlands. Located 25 minutes from Perth CBD with easy access to Wellard train station. Stage 20 now selling.
Oakebella Estate
Boutique residential estate by Satterley Property Group set against Bollard Bulrush Wetlands. Features environmentally sensitive design with natural amenities and quality homesites.
Bollard Bulrush West Local Structure Plan
A local structure plan proposal covering lots along Bertram Road and Wellard Road on the western side of the Bollard Bulrush Wetland. The framework proposes approximately 97 residential lots, public recreation reserves, and dedicated wetland conservation buffer zones.
Karnup Residential Land Release
A 484-hectare masterplanned community in Karnup, 50 kilometres south of Perth, being delivered by DevelopmentWA in partnership with Mirvac, who was appointed preferred proponent in November 2025. The project will deliver over 4,000 new homes for an estimated 10,400 residents over 20 years. The first stage covers approximately 155 hectares and will include over 1,500 homesites, with one in seven allocated to social housing. The broader estate will include primary and secondary schools, district and local retail centres, landscaped parklands, and upgrades to surrounding roads.Located adjacent to the Kwinana Freeway and close to the future Karnup train station. A formal partnering agreement between DevelopmentWA and Mirvac is expected to be finalised by mid-2026, with construction anticipated to commence from 2028.
12,848 residents of Wellard (West) - Bertram are employed, from a labour force of 13,466. Unemployment sits at 4.6%, with participation at 75.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% 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 17,648, about 75% 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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A solid base of skilled workers characterizes Wellard (West) - Bertram, alongside substantial concentration in industrial and manufacturing activities and a local jobless rate of 4.6%. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 12,848, with local unemployment tracking 0.4% higher than the 4.2% recorded across Greater Perth. Labour participation is especially elevated, reaching 75.9% compared to the metropolitan standard of 69.9%. Census records indicate that merely 5.4% of the working population operated from home, though historical pandemic restrictions at the time should be kept in mind. The primary employment drivers for the local workforce consist of health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
Manufacturing stands out as a clear local specialty, capturing an employment share 1.4 times greater than the regional benchmark. Conversely, education & training shows lower representation, engaging 6.4% of working residents against 9.2% across Greater Perth. As highlighted by Census data contrasting resident workers with local workplace counts, this largely residential district provides limited employment options within its own boundaries. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS figures, the labour force shrank by 0.9% and employment fell by 1.4% between March 2026 and the prior year, which pushed unemployment up by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 2.0%, the labour force expand by 2.5%, and unemployment increase by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context for anticipated future demand in Wellard (West) - Bertram. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been overlaid with local employment data to estimate future growth trends. Although national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to the employment composition of Wellard (West) - Bertram, local employment is expected to grow by 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Wellard (West) - Bertram is $2,068 a week (about $108,000 a year), with median personal income at $942 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,433 a year against an average of $71,175. 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 ATO tax statistics released for financial year 2023 at the postcode level, taxpayers across the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 recorded a median income of $62,433 and a mean of $71,175. This sits higher than the national baseline, while comparing to Greater Perth medians and means of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Factoring in cumulative Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% following financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $69,257 (median) and $78,954 (average) as of March 2026. 2021 Census records show personal, family, and household earnings aligning with the 71st percentile across Australia.
The $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket forms the largest grouping, taking in 43.6% of residents (10,198 people), mirroring wider regional patterns where 32.0% occupy the same tier. Accommodation commitments absorb 17.4% of earnings, yet healthy wage levels maintain local disposable earnings at the 67th percentile, with SEIFA economic rankings situating the locality in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Wellard (West) - Bertram had 5,798 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 2% apartments. 62% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 9% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 16.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to findings from the most recent Census, the local housing landscape in Wellard (West) - Bertram consisted of 95.8% detached houses and 4.2% other dwellings (incorporating units, semi-detached properties, and alternative formats), contrasting with the wider Perth metropolitan balance of 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership trailed metropolitan benchmarks at 9.0%, with remaining tenures split between properties with mortgages (62.4%) and rental accommodation (28.6%). Typical monthly mortgage expenses in the locality stood below metro levels at $1,800, while median weekly rent was reported at $350, compared to Greater Perth benchmarks of $1,907 and $350.
On a nationwide comparison, Wellard (West) - Bertram sits lower than Australian averages for both monthly mortgage costs ($1,863) and weekly rental charges ($375).
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Wellard (West) - Bertram counted 5,798 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,554 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 91% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family arrangements constitute 80.2% of local residences, comprising couples with children at 46.2%, childless couples at 20.6%, and single parent households at 12.4%. Non-family domiciles represent the remaining 19.8%, driven by sole-occupant living arrangements at 16.4% and shared group households at 3.3%. The typical household size spans 3.0 people, exceeding the Greater Perth standard of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.8% of adults in Wellard (West) - Bertram hold a university qualification, including 19.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.4% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 4,159 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,019 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational outcomes across the community compare favorably with regional figures, evidenced by 26.8% of individuals aged 15 and over holding university qualifications versus 19.8% across the broader SA3 district. Attainment is led by bachelor degrees (19.0%), followed by postgraduate awards (5.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational qualifications are also widespread, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ possessing trade and technical credentials, distributed between certificates (28.4%) and advanced diplomas (11.4%). Formal study engagement is substantial, with 34.3% of the community actively attending an educational institution. Within this enrolled cohort, 13.6% are undertaking primary education, 7.7% are in secondary schooling, and 4.9% are completing tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Wellard (West) - Bertram reaches 68 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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An assessment of passenger transit across Wellard (West) - Bertram identifies 68 active stops covering buses and trains. A network of 7 routes connects these locations, providing 1,351 weekly services in total. Local transit coverage is favorable, with citizens living an average distance of 248 meters from the nearest pickup point. Given its residential orientation, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars serving as the primary choice at 73%, supplemented by 18% using trains and 6% taking buses. Average vehicle availability stands at 1.5 cars per household.
A modest 5.4% of residents worked from home at the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic conditions at that time. Across all transit lines, trip frequencies average 193 daily runs, representing roughly 19 scheduled departures per stop over a typical week.
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77.3% of residents in Wellard (West) - Bertram report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 3.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.8 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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Public health metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate strong health conditions across Wellard (West) - Bertram, characterized by low mortality rates and minimal chronic illness rates, notably among younger demographics. Private health insurance participation is relatively strong, covering roughly 54% of the community (~12,653 people), compared to 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth. Asthma and mental health conditions rank as the most frequently identified ailments, affecting 7.0% and 8.0% of local citizens respectively, while 77.3% of residents reported having no long-term illnesses, exceeding the Greater Perth figure of 71.9%. The population aged under 65 records better than average health indicators.
Residents aged 65 and above account for 6.1% of the community (1,436 people), tracking below the regional level of 15.9%. Although senior health outcomes outshine broad averages, they rate slightly lower on nationwide metrics than the broader resident base.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
42.8% of Wellard (West) - Bertram residents were born overseas and 32.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 82% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.6%) and Australian (20.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is pronounced in Wellard (West) - Bertram, where 42.8% of inhabitants were born abroad and 32.8% utilize a primary language other than English in their households. Christianity represents the most widely held religious affiliation, practiced by 43.4% of the population. Notably, individuals affiliated with Other faiths constitute 4.9% of local residents, considerably above the 1.4% recorded throughout Greater Perth. Looking at parental birthplaces, the three most widespread heritages across Wellard (West) - Bertram are English at 23.6%, Australian at 20.3%, and Other backgrounds at 15.0%. Clear differences appear in several specific ethnic profiles: Filipino background is strongly represented at 8.1% (compared to 1.4% regionally), Maori ancestry accounts for 2.2% (against 0.9%), and South Australian background represents 1.3% (versus 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Wellard (West) - Bertram is 31, younger than 95% of areas nationally. 32.2% 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 demographic structure of Wellard (West) - Bertram is defined largely by parents and working-age individuals with children. August 2026 estimates indicate that young residents and children (0 - 24) make up 37.6% of the population, compared to 30.5% in Greater Perth, whereas senior cohorts (65+) account for 6.1% against 15.9% regionally. The estimated median age sits at 31 years, matching the 2021 Census record, while placing 6 years below Greater Perth's Census figure of 37 and below the national median of 38. Since the Census, the share of children and young adults has softened from 39.5% to an estimated 37.6%.
Mature adults and young retirees (45 - 64) are anticipated to generate the largest numerical expansion by 2041, increasing by 2,949 people (66%) to 7,421. The sharpest rate of growth is projected among retirees and seniors, climbing 110% to 3,011.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Wellard (West) - Bertram
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 14 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 — 871 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (17,953 at the 2021 Census → 23,390 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 (507031169). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.