Frequently asked questions

• What is forecast.id partners?

  What is forecast.id partners?

  forecast.id partners is a pay-per-forecast program designed for consultants who need forecast information on a project-by-project basis. This program gives registered users instant ‘self-serve’ access to forecast data for any catchment area of interest without the commitment of a subscription.

• Who can benefit from forecast.id partners?

  Who can benefit from forecast.id partners?

  forecast.id partners has been tailored to consultants requiring forecasts to support their recommendations on a project-by-project basis. However, it’s a useful program for any business planner who needs to access forecast information for varying projects throughout the year. Whether you need to save time on in-house analysis, find forecasts for specific areas of interest, or validate your assumptions on various locations throughout the year, we can help you make the most of your time with access to a reliable, detailed and consistent source of population and housing forecast information.

• How many times a year do I need to download forecasts to meet the program criteria?

  How many times a year do I need to download forecasts to meet the program criteria?

  We've designed the forecast.id partners service for organisations who download forecasts on a weekly or monthly basis. If you need forecast information less frequently, please contact our team to arrange a program that works for you. 

• How does the billing work?

  How does the billing work?

  We''ll bill you each month for the total number of forecasts purchased. When requesting forecast information, you can preview the forecast information for each area prior to purchasing, and enter a project code for simple management of client billing.

• How do we forecast changes in population and housing?

  How do we forecast changes in population and housing?

  The information given to forecast.id partners draws on the research provided by .id's National Forecasting Program.

  This forecast program is the industry standard for independent forecast information about places across Australia, and used by leading Australian organisations and hundreds of local governments to make informed planning, investment and location decisions.

  Learn more about the National Forecasting Program → 

  
  

   

   

• Once I've registered, what is the process to download forecast data?

  Once I've registered, what is the process to download forecast data?

  Once you've registered as a forecast.id partner, you can instantly access forecast information any time for one or more custom catchment areas in any part of Australia. 

  1. Login to the partners platform

  

  2. Define your catchment area

  Enter the SA1 codes for your area or use our map-based platform to define your catchment.

  

  

  3. Choose the forecast outputs

  

  4. Purchase or preview the forecast data

  As a registered partner, you can preview the forecast information for the area you have selected prior to purchasing. 

  

  Once you're satisfied with your selection, you can confirm the purchase, and we'll add this download to your monthly invoice.