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Forecasting services

We help to create thriving communities by anticipating future demand for infrastructure and services.

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All forecasting services from .id (informed decisions) are powered by the National Forecasting Program, an independent research program from .id (informed decisions) that provides the only consistent source of population, dwelling and development forecasts for local areas across Australia.

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forecast.id

for LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Plan for the changing needs of your community with a trusted forecast of population and housing in your LGA, published in an accessible online tool.

forecast.id

for LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Plan for the changing needs of your community with a trusted forecast of population and housing in your LGA, published in an accessible online tool.

forecast.id catchments

for LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Access detailed forecasts and powerful map-based reporting that helps your teams plan more effectively within and beyond your Local Government Area.

forecast.id catchments

for LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Access detailed forecasts and powerful map-based reporting that helps your teams plan more effectively within and beyond your Local Government Area.

forecast.id premium

for INDUSTRY

Bring the full power of our National Forecasting Program into your organisation. We'll work with you to tailor a data partnership supported by our experts.

forecast.id premium

for INDUSTRY

Bring the full power of our National Forecasting Program into your organisation. We'll work with you to tailor a data partnership supported by our experts.

forecast.id partners

for INDUSTRY

Our pay-per-download program gives our consulting partners instant access to reliable and respected forecast information on a project-by-project basis.

forecast.id partners

for INDUSTRY

Our pay-per-download program gives our consulting partners instant access to reliable and respected forecast information on a project-by-project basis.

forecast.id hotspot report

for INDUSTRY

Find a location near the people you serve with a tailored report that identifies up to ten locations with the highest number of people in your target demographic.

forecast.id hotspot report

for INDUSTRY

Find a location near the people you serve with a tailored report that identifies up to ten locations with the highest number of people in your target demographic.

forecast.id location report

for INDUSTRY

Whether you're investing in a new location or checking your current strategy is on track, forecast.id location reports quantify future demand for a known location.

forecast.id location report

for INDUSTRY

Whether you're investing in a new location or checking your current strategy is on track, forecast.id location reports quantify future demand for a known location.