BehindThe Fence
BehindBehind the Fence surfaces the people and places data behind every Australian suburb — from age and household type to country of birth and local safety figures.
What you'll find
Dominant age bracket
The most common age group in the suburb, drawn from ABS 2021 Census data.
Country of Birth
Top overseas country of birth and share of Australian-born residents.
Religion
Most common religious affiliation at denomination level.
Household type
Whether the suburb skews toward families, couples, singles, or shared households.
Social housing
Share of dwellings that are public or community housing.
Local crime figures
Residential break-ins and car break-ins, expressed as a percentage of homes. VIC only for now.
Featured suburbs
About
Behind the Fence is a property research tool built for buyers, renters, and investors who want to understand a neighbourhood before they commit. It draws on ABS 2021 Census data and annual crime figures to build a clear, factual picture of who lives in a suburb — not just what properties are selling for.
The data is presented without judgement. Every suburb is different, and Behind the Fence simply puts the numbers in one place so you can make an informed decision.