The percentage of dwellings which are rental properties, intended to be leased out to tenants on a rental agreement. A high value indicates a higher proportion of renters in the suburb, which may suggest a more transient population or a lack of affordable housing options for home ownership.
The total growth in the price to buy a property over the past 10 years
The Addiction Index measures the prevalence of addictive behaviors in a given area. It takes into account factors such as substance abuse, gambling, and other compulsive behaviors. A high value indicates a higher risk of addiction-related issues in the area. Areas with high substance abuse can often also suffer from high crime rates.
The overall wealth and affluence of the area, with a higher score representing a more well-to-do, upper class area. Lower scores reflect greater rates of poverty and a more sizeable underclass. It is measured as a score out of 100.
The frequency of feelings of detachment from society or community for people, measured as a score. A high alienation score can reflect poorly on the strength of the community in the region.
The proportion of people living in Australia who reported to having Indigenous Australian heritage on the 2021 Australian Census. It is important to note that Indigenous Australian communities often experience greater levels of socioeconomic disadvantage, and suffer from reduced life expectancy and a lower quality of life.
A numerical ranking, on a scale of 0-100, which indicates, on average, the overall quality of all childcare centres within the region, with a higher score indicating a higher quality of childcare.
The average number of bedrooms for all homes as of the 10th of August for the 2021 Australian Census. This is a reflection of the size of the home, but is also a measure of latent supply, particularly in regards to empty nesters with large 3-4 bedroom homes. A higher average number of bedrooms in a suburb indicates a capacity to take in more people and families, as well as the potential for people to convert bedrooms to studies for Work From Home opportunities
The average government payments and allowances received for each recipient, including, but not limited to, Age Pension, JobSeeker Payment, and Youth Allowance. It is important to note the varying types of people which receive welfare, from unemployed people to disabled people. Also note that high rates of welfare payments in a region can inadvertently create an income growth ceiling.
The proportion of people (aged 15 and over) who reported that they rode a bicycle to commute to work.
Bushfire prone areas are those where there is a relatively high likelihood of a bushfire burning through the region. There are 3 important aspects to this. The first is a safety aspect; there is a greater degree of risk and danger associated with living in a area with high bushfire risk. The second aspect is that of development restrictions; when an area is at risk of bushfire, often houses must be constructed in a certain manner, and from certain materials, in order to accomodate the higher risk of bushfire. The final aspect is that of insurance; home insurance is more expensive for those dwellings which reside in a bushfire prone area.
The overall level of business activity occurring in the region, measured by observing per capita rates of business entries and exits. A higher score indicates a higher rate of business activity, as well as a greater prevalence of entrepreneurship in the area.
The projected annualised growth of properties over the next four years.
The proportion of people (aged 15 and over) who reported that they drove to work in a car to commute to work.
Australian public schools all have a geographical zone, known as a catchment. If your place of residence falls within this catchment then, with exceptions, your child must attend that local public school (depending on the age and gender specifications of the school). Note that these catchment zones do not apply to private schools.
Australian public schools all have a geographical zone, known as a catchment. If your place of residence falls within this catchment then, with exceptions, your child must attend that local public school (depending on the age and gender specifications of the school). Note that these catchment zones do not apply to private schools.
Australian public schools all have a geographical zone, known as a catchment. If your place of residence falls within this catchment then, with exceptions, your child must attend that local public school (depending on the age and gender specifications of the school). Note that these catchment zones do not apply to private schools.
The environmental conditions of a suburb. A high value indicates a favourable climate for living, with good air quality, low pollution, and comfortable temperatures, whilst a low value indicates the prevalence of adverse or non-favourable weather conditions. It is measured as a score out of 100.
The distance to the nearest river. Rivers can enhance an area's tranquility, whilst also encouraging an outdoor lifestyle.
The total commercial land area in the suburb. Commercial zoning can have many purposes, from offices to retail stores. Whilst retail stores help to serve the community, offices can contirbute to high density levels and disturbances.
The use of intentional and unwanted physical force, whether direct or indirect, used against a victim, which is not severe enough to constitute a form of aggravated assault. The force must be non-sexual in nature. Impacts people's feelings of safety in the area.
The overall liveability and strength of the community in a suburb. A high Community Score indicates a desirable area with good amenities, low crime rates, good schools, and a strong sense of community. A low score may indicate a lack of amenities, high crime rates, poor schools, and a lack of community engagement. It is measured as a score out of 100.
The political leaning of residents in a suburb. A high value indicates a higher proportion of residents who identify as conservative or right-leaning in their political views, whilst a lower value indicates a more progressive and left-leaning set of residents. It is measured as a score out of 100.
The level of ease and accessibility of amenities and services in a given area. A high value indicates that necessary services and amenities are easily accessible in a reasonable timeframe, whether that be by car or public transport, while a low value suggests a lack of convenience and accessibility. For example, rural areas often have lower convenience scores as it usually takes longer for residents to get to core amenities and services, such as a supermarket. It is measured as a score out of 100.
The most common regions of origin of the inhabitants of a suburb.
The total population as of the 10th of August on the 2021 Australian Census. The total population includes everyone in Australia on Census night. This figure on its own is not necessarily extremely useful, but it is often a critical figure when looking at the longevity and vibrancy of regional areas, which need a minimum threshold of people to feasibly maintain access to a breadth of necessary goods and services.
The median number of days a property is on the market for before it sells
The ease with which developments, such as renovations and creation of new dwellings, can be carried out, based on the zoning regulations and council regulation of the areas, measured on a scale of 0-1. A higher score indicates a greater prevalence of development restrictions in the area, such as environmental zoning laws.
The distance to the nearest beach. Note that beaches often serve as community focal points, whilst encouraging an outdoors lifestyle. Depending on the beach, there could also be lots of traffic in the area, and large numbers of non-locals passing through, which may weaken the sense of local community.
The proximity of a suburb to the nearest capital city centre. A shorter distance indicates that the suburb is located closer to a city, making it more accessible and potentially more desirable for those who want to live near urban amenities.
