Median house price
$1.27M
-2.7% change
VIC · Port Phillip Council
Balaclava, 3183
Est. population · Jun 2025
6,347
Growth (1 yr)
+0.8%
Growth (5 yr)
+0.7%
Median age
35
Median income
$2,026/wk
Employment rate
70.3%
Median house price · 4th Quarter 2025
$1,267,500
Languages at home
22.7%non-English
Most common: Spanish, Greek, Hindi
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Education hub
- Excellent transport
- Café precinct
- High desirability
Suburb profile
At the heart of the metro area, Balaclava is a mid-sized suburb where cafés, culture and everyday convenience overlap. Families and commuters make up much of the community, with schools and childcare nearby. The suburb has a clear multicultural mix alongside longer-term local households.
There is a dense cluster of schools and early-learning options nearby. Open space is thinner than in many metro suburbs, so residents often travel a little further for a longer park day. Everyday errands are walkable, and buses, trams, and trains keep the wider city within easy reach.
Housing is expensive relative to much of the state. A busy pipeline of new development is gradually changing the look and feel of the streets.
Against similar metro suburbs, the suburb sits around average overall, mainly because safety lag behind, despite relative strength in community and employment.
At a glance
Balaclava snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
$698/wk
Population (ERP)
6,347
+0.8% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
16.0%
Census unoccupied dwellings
Livability profile
Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Desirability
#131
among Metro Melbourne · Growth area
Safety
84th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
63rd
percentile in VIC
Advantage (IRSAD)
10/10
national SEIFA decile
School ICSEA
89th
percentile among schools with ICSEA
Population growth
Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years
Housing mix
Dwelling types from the 2021 Census
Risks & flags
Quick scan — open a section below for full context
Living here
Desirability
Ranks & confidence
- Desirability score
- 48.6/100 — Average
- State standing
- Top 39% of Victoria's suburbs
- National rank
- 2348th in Australia
- State rank
- 495th in VIC
- Peer rank
- #131 among Metro Melbourne · Growth area suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #308 among Metro Melbourne suburbs
- Data confidence
- 100%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Housing
- All types (Sep 2025 (council median))
- $698
- Median house price (4th Quarter 2025)
- $1,267,500
- Median price change
- -2.7%
Median weekly rent from Victorian government rent reports. Council median fallback may apply where suburb rent is unavailable.
Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)
Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum
Data sources & freshness
- DFFH rent report and Valuer-General property sales report — Department of Families, Fairness and Housing / Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · 4th Quarter 2025; Sep 2025 (council median) · Updated · Quarterly releases; council median rent fallback where suburb rent unavailable
Population
Estimated resident population
6,347(June 2025)
+0.8% annual · +0.7% over 5 years · 63th percentile in VIC
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +0.8%
- 5-year growth
- +0.7%
- Change in 1 year
- +52
- Change in 5 years
- +44
- Growth rank in VIC
- 63th percentile
ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.
Methodology
Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.
The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~6,450), extrapolated at +0.3% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 5,392
- Median age
- 35
- Median household income / week
- $2,026
- Dwelling vacancy
- 16%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 462 of 2,886
- Median monthly mortgage
- $2,223
- Employment rate
- 70.3%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 417 / 514 / 1,474 (+ 11 other)
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
- Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries
Community & culture
No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2026)
- 900
- Against the person
- 94
- Against property
- 695
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 141.8
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 57 residents
- State safety percentile
- 84.1th (lower crime is better)
- Increase (daily rate)
- +11.7%
Most common offence types
- B21 Criminal Damage52
- B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle119
- B43 Steal From A Retail Store278
- B49 Other Theft64
- B53 Obtain Benefit By Deception42
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · 2025 · Updated
Family & Lifestyle
Schools & preschools
- Schools within 2 km
- 18
- Median school ICSEA (18 schools)
- 1,119
- Median ICSEA percentile
- 89th
School list
- Yeshivah CollegeCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1073 · 76th percentile · LBOTE 16% · 362 students · Top SEA quarter 27% · 0.5 km awayView on My School →
- Beth Rivkah Ladies CollegeCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1086 · 80th percentile · LBOTE 23% · 489 students · Top SEA quarter 33% · 0.6 km awayView on My School →
- St Kilda Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 1126 · 90th percentile · LBOTE 30% · 437 students · Top SEA quarter 52% · 0.6 km awayView on My School →
- Ripponlea Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 1141 · 93th percentile · LBOTE 25% · 256 students · Top SEA quarter 57% · 1.0 km awayView on My School →
- Cheder Levi Yitzchok IncCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1053 · 70th percentile · LBOTE 24% · 169 students · Top SEA quarter 19% · 1.1 km awayView on My School →
- Yesodei HaTorah CollegeCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1112 · 87th percentile · LBOTE 11% · 149 students · Top SEA quarter 48% · 1.1 km awayView on My School →
- Caulfield Grammar SchoolCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1157 · 96th percentile · LBOTE 44% · 3,555 students · Top SEA quarter 65% · 1.2 km awayView on My School →
- St Mary's College MelbourneSecondary · Catholic · ICSEA 1093 · 82th percentile · LBOTE 22% · 440 students · Top SEA quarter 34% · 1.2 km awayView on My School →
- St Michael's Grammar SchoolCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1180 · 99th percentile · LBOTE 12% · 1,143 students · Top SEA quarter 72% · 1.2 km awayView on My School →
- St Mary's SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1111 · 87th percentile · LBOTE 22% · 135 students · Top SEA quarter 41% · 1.3 km awayView on My School →
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- ACARA school locations — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
- School ICSEA scores — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
Childcare
2 childcare services from OpenStreetMap
- St Kilda & Balaclava KindergartenNelson Streetkindergarten
- The Avenue Children's Centre & KindergartenThe Avenuechildcare
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
Childcare centre count
Data sources & freshness
- Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · current · Updated
Public transport
20 public transport stops in this suburb
- Balaclava Rail Replacement Bus Stop
- Balaclava Railway Station
- Balaclava Station
- Balaclava Station
- Decision Point 1
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- GTFS public transport stops — State transport authority open-data feeds · current · Updated
Amenities
76 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
6 restaurants · 5 cafes · 2 pubs · 2 bars · 2 supermarkets · 1 pharmacies · 2 fast food · 1 bakeries
Local character & venue list
Local character
- Highly walkable for everyday errands
- Good local dining options — 18 food & drink venues nearby
- Decent local green space — 2 parks in suburb, 1 playgrounds nearby
- Well connected by public transport — 20 public transport stops
- Good everyday shopping nearby — 6 shops and services
- Walkability proxy
- 100/100
- Cafés per 1,000 residents
- 0.93
- Food & drink per 1,000 residents
- 3.34
- Parks per 1,000 residents
- 0.37
Food & drink(18)
- Baker in the RyeBakery
- Pause BarBar
- TulumBar
- Batch EspressoCafe
Unit 1 320 Carlisle Street
- Las ChicasCafe
205 Carlisle Street
- Levanter CafeCafe
- Wall Two80Cafe
- Yo ChiCafe
- Grill'dFast food
- SoHo SushiFast food
276 Carlisle Street, Balaclava
- Grosvenor HotelPub
10 Brighton Road
- Inkerman HotelPub
- Bounty of the SunRestaurant
28 Nelson Street
- Glik’sRestaurant
- Ilona StollerRestaurant
282-284 Carlisle Street, Balaclava
- Si SeñorRestaurant
- Sushi SanRestaurant
193a Carlisle Street
- Ziggy's EateryRestaurant
195 Carlisle Street
Shopping(7)
- Fresh Food Corner ButchersButcher
159 Carlisle Street
- 7-ElevenConvenience store
Balaclava
- Milk BarConvenience store
153 Hotham Street, Balaclava
- The Coffee CompanyConvenience store
260 Carlisle Street
- ColesSupermarket
54 Camden Street
- WoolworthsSupermarket
220 Carlisle Street
Community(2)
- The Avenue Children's Centre & KindergartenChildcare
The Avenue, Balaclava
- St Kilda & Balaclava KindergartenKindergarten
23 Nelson Street, Balaclava
Health & services(1)
- Ramsay PharmacyPharmacy
Sport & outdoors(3)
- Hewison ReservePark
- William Street ReservePark
35-39 William Street
- Playground
Transport(11)
3 bus stops · 5 tram stops · 3 train stations
Other(19)
- Commonwealth BankBank
- Bicycle Parking
- Yori AutomotiveCar repair
15 William Street
- Sacred Heart Opportunity ShopCharity
- Little Lost LandClothes
290A Carlisle Street
- Little SparrowGift
259 Carlisle, Balaclava
- Sir John's GiftsGift
- Xpress BarberHairdresser
151 Woodstock Street
- Inkerman HotelHotel
375 Inkerman Street
- Loading Dock
- Vainer OpticalOptician
- Parking
4-20 Marlborough Street
- Parking (16)
- Food VoyageurPastry
- Sassoon Yehuda Sephardi SynagoguePlace of worship
- Public toilets
- Shelter (2)
- Between Friends Wine BarSwingerclub
16 Dianella Lane
- Vacant
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Parks & reserves
2 parks and public open space in this suburb
- Hewison ReservePark
- William Street ReservePark
Data sources & freshness
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · current · Updated
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 4
- Parks (OSM)
- 2
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)
Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Places of worship
1 places of worship within ~1.5 km
- Sassoon Yehuda Sephardi Synagogue
From OpenStreetMap within ~1.5 km of the suburb centre.
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Health access
- Hospitals & GP clinics in suburb
- 1
- Nearest hospital
- Masada Private Hospital (0.7 km)
- Nearest hospital type
- Hospital
- Nearest hospital emergency
- Emergency department
- Emergency department in suburb
- Not in suburb
- Ramsay PharmacyPharmacy
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Hospitals and GP clinics
Data sources & freshness
- Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · current · Updated
NDIS participation
- NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
- 136
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 21.4
Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.
For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.
Data sources & freshness
- NDIS participants by SA2 — National Disability Insurance Agency · 2026-Q1 · Updated · Quarterly SA2 counts allocated to suburb boundaries
Weather
Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
- Usual max / min
- 24° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 155 mm · ~19 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 20° / 11°
- Rainfall
- 186 mm · ~23 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 14° / 6°
- Rainfall
- 203 mm · ~25 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 18° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 207 mm · ~26 rainy days
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Temperature and humidity comfort
Data sources & freshness
- Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated
Future & Planning
Planning & development
Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).
83 planning-related records
2021· 24 proposals
July 2021
- New paint finish and signage to existing building. Retain existing restaurant use and patron numbers.284 CARLISLE STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Partial demolition and construction of a rear extension to a single dwelling: -Additional bathroom, door and window in the studio -Additional pedestrian entry gate -Additional pergola. -New front gate design2 HAWSLEIGH AVENUE BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Alterations & additions to rear of existing two storey Victorian terrace house in a heritage overlay20 GOURLAY STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
June 2021
- Partial demolition of existing dwelling and construction of single level extension on a lot less than 500sqm in a Heritage Overlay55 GROSVENOR STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Two (2) lot subdivision PS840832R SPEAR REF: S176719H22 ALBION STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Partial demolition to the rear of the existing building and subsequent buildings and works in a Heritage Overlay, internally illuminated signage, the sale and consumption of liquor on site, and a car parking waiver219 CARLISLE STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
May 2021
- Construction of 2 double storey dwellings on a lot in the General Residential Zone; buildings and works including fences in the Special Building Overlay147 HOTHAM STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Use of the land for a restricted recreation facility (boxing studio)11/285 CARLISLE STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Use of the land for a restricted recreation facility (gymasium and fitness centre)3A WILLIAM PLACE BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Minor buildings and works related to roller door installation within the Special Building Overlay1 Marlborough StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Partial demolition and buildings and works comprising a first floor addition to the existing building203 CARLISLE STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Proposal to expand an existing Garage for more Garage Space (up to two vehicles). The idea is to expand the width of the garage up to the Boundary Line to utilize the space between the current garage and the fence, as well as extending its length. Existing garage materials will be re-used as much as possible to minimize waste and to keep the exterior appearance in line with the other three Lots on 93 Westbury St. A Box Gutter will be installed to ensure everything is built within the properties4/93 WESTBURY STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Partial demolition and buildings and works to an existing dwelling in a Heritage Overlay1/20A ALBION STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Partial demolition, alterations and additions to the ground floor of the existing dwelling1/44 BLENHEIM STREET BALACLAVA 3183Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
April 2021
- To build on top of fence - to a height of 1.7 - 1.8 horizontal wooden slates1/97 HOTHAM STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
March 2021
- Buildings and works and part demolition to construct a 75 square metre first floor deck. Waiver of car parking requirements associated with the deck. Increase in the area allowed for liquor consumption comprising the new deck. Amended to allow the following: - An increase to the first floor deck area (to 80sqm) - An increase of the associated red line plan to reflect deck area increase. - Change of permit preamble to construct an 80 square metre first floor deck.123-127 Carlisle StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- demolish the existing front fence and construct a new picket fence with the same specifications and to demolish the boundary fence and replace with a new paling fence25 Brunning StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Fourteen (14) lot subdivision PS828894M SPEAR REF: S172173T95 Westbury StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Construction of a three storey building comprising eight dwellings and reduction in (visitor) car parking requirements of one car space Amended to allow the following: Construction of a three-storey building comprising five dwellings, with a reduction of the car parking requirements (3 spaces)44 CAMDEN STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Amend the existing permit (which allows construction of a five (5) storey building plus basement for the purposes of office tenancies and food/drink premises (cafe) along with parking dispensation) by way of reducing parking from 15 spaces to 14 involving deleting the single disabled car space from within the site and placing it in Nightingale Street.60-62 NIGHTINGALE STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
February 2021
- Partial demolition and construction of a single storey extension to an existing dwelling on a lot over 500sqm in a Heritage Overlay and Special Building Overlay Amended to allow the following: Alterations and additions23 ORANGE GROVE BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Partial demolition and buildings and works to two dwellings on lots less than 500sqm each in a Heritage Overlay and Special Building Overlay consisting of; - demolition of one shared chimney to 10 and 12 Elm Grove. - demolition and construction of a rear fence and roller door to 10 Elm Grove. - demolition and construction of an outbuilding to 10 Elm Grove.10 Elm GrovePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- construction of fencing to the front and rear of the residential building within common property38-40A Brighton RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
January 2021
- Signage4/246-252 CARLISLE STREET BALACLAVA 3183Lapsed
2020· 16 proposals
December 2020
- The permit allows: Buildings and works including construction of a six storey building above a basement carpark, comprising 46 dwellings, a shop, 39 public car parking spaces and 14 resident car parking spaces, reduction in car parking requirements, removal of two (party wall) easements. Amendment to allow the following: - One extra resident car park, update preamble accordingly - Addition of structural (pergola type) element to west elevation - Addition of parapet to roof - Alterations to the b46 MARLBOROUGH STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Construction of five three storey dwellings on land affected by the Special Building Overlay43 Gourlay StreetNOD issued by a delegate
- Rear extension to a dwelling on a lot less 500sqm in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ1): Partial Demolition, alterations and additions to a building in a Heritage Overlay29 Nightingale StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Solar Panels47 MARLBOROUGH STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- construction and installation of solar panels to roof of the existing dwelling26 Glen Eira AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Construction of a four-storey building (plus basement) accommodating dwellings and associated car parking in accordance with the endorsed plans80 Westbury StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Decking and BBQ area to the back of the building6A Balston StreetLapsed
- Use of the land for an indoor leisure and recreation facility on land in the Industrial 3 Zone25 William StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
November 2020
- Construction of twenty-six (26) townhouses (two and three storeys in height) plus basement Amendment to allow the following: - Amendments to endorsed plans including additional third storey for Townhouse 27 and additional built form along the boundary285 Inkerman StreetNOD issued by a delegate
- Use the land to sell and consume liquor on premises133 Carlisle StreetNOD issued by a delegate
- buildings and works comprising of the construction of a bike and bin storage; two water tanks and relocation of Colorbond shed to the rear of the site Amendment to allow the following: - removal of condition 4 - construction of raised planter beds at rear of property413 INKERMAN STREET BALACLAVA 3183In progress
- Partial demolition and construction of a double storey rear extension to a dwelling on a lot less than 500sqm and in a Heritage Overlay.26 ELM GROVE BALACLAVA 3183NOD issued by a delegate
October 2020
- Use of the land for the sale and consumption of liquor4/246-252 Carlisle StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Construction of a new carport on a lot less than 500sqm in a Neighbourhood Residential Zone.15 Carlisle AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- demolition and construction of a fence and outbuilding1 Gibbs StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Demolition and construction of a front fence41 Marlborough StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)
Development and planning activity
Data sources & freshness
- PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · 2020–2022 · Updated · MapServer through FY 2022–23; newer data needs council/API access
Roadworks & transport
1 active roadworks / incidents
- Utility Works activities occurring between 08/07/2026 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Weekends 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.GROSVENOR STREET, CHAPEL STREET07 Jul 2026 – 29 Oct 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · current · Updated
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- No overlay at centroid
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Bushfire hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
- Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · current · Updated
Politics & representation
- Federal electorate
- Macnamara
- Member of Parliament
- Josh BURNS (Australian Labor Party)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 114,579
- Turnout (2025)
- 89.5%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- -0.4 pp toward Coalition
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 38.2%Labor 61.8%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 1.5 km away).
Coalition 21.0%Labor 79.0%
17.2 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +1.9 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- St KildaLabor 81.6% · Coalition 18.4% TPP (2025)0.5 km away
- BalaclavaLabor 75.8% · Coalition 24.2% TPP (2025)0.8 km away
- St Kilda WestLabor 83.4% · Coalition 16.6% TPP (2025)0.8 km away
- RipponleaLabor 74.1% · Coalition 25.9% TPP (2025)1.0 km away
- DugganLabor 76.4% · Coalition 23.6% TPP (2025)1.1 km away
Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.
Data sources & freshness
- Federal election results — Australian Electoral Commission · Updated · 2025 election with by-election overlays
Socio-economic
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 10/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 8/10
ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).
What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?
IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.
IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.
A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
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