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Lyneham has an estimated 6,032 residents, up from 5,703 at the 2021 Census — a change of 329 people, or 5.8%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 490 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 90.2% of that increase. That puts 1,101 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch indicate that Lyneham has an estimated population of 6,032 as of Aug 2026. Relative to the 2021 Census tally of 5,703 people, this represents an expansion of 329 people (5.8%). The calculation incorporates the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population figure of 6,013 alongside 490 validated new addresses registered following the Census. Population density stands at 1,100 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with broader benchmarks tracked by AreaSearch. During the preceding ten-year timeframe, the suburb registered steady demographic momentum with a compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, exceeding the nationwide pace.
Net overseas migration served as the principal driver of this expansion, accounting for approximately 90.2% of total population additions in recent periods. Population modelling utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections published in 2024 (referencing 2022 as the base year), supplemented by ACT Government SA2 projections with a 2022 base for areas outside coverage and periods beyond 2032. Forward-looking projections place Lyneham among the upper quartile across the nation for anticipated expansion, with demographic gains projected at 2,336 persons through to 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP benchmarks. This trajectory denotes an aggregate increase of 38.4% across the 16 years.
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661 new dwellings have been approved in Lyneham over the past five years, an average of 132 a year. That places the area in the 66th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 22 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 132 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 3% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals across Lyneham have maintained a five-year annual average of roughly 132 new dwelling approvals, accumulating to 661 homes over the past 5 financial years. Across the interval between FY-22 and FY-26, the influx of new residents stood at an average of only 0.5 people per year for each completed home, demonstrating that residential supply is tracking ahead of inward migration. This dynamic enhances options for prospective purchasers and underpins capacity for demographic growth beyond baseline estimates, with new residential projects recording an average construction cost of $337,000.
Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $7.8 million in the current financial year, reinforcing the predominantly residential orientation of the area. Per capita residential development in Lyneham outpaces the Australian Capital Territory by 61.0%, offering substantial inventory for prospective purchasers despite recent moderations in total building volumes. This rate sits notably above nationwide levels, demonstrating solid confidence among residential builders. Attached and multi-unit projects constitute the overwhelming bulk of recent approvals at 97.0% medium and high-density housing, while detached dwellings account for 3.0%. This high-density development pipeline delivers accessible price points for first-time buyers, property investors, and downsizers. It also represents a departure from the established neighborhood footprint (presently 27.0% houses), driven by limited land availability, evolving household preferences, and the requirement for diverse residential stock. Approvals average around 159 people per dwelling approval, indicative of lower-density characteristics. Forecasts indicate that Lyneham will add 2,317 residents leading up to 2041, measured from the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures. Existing rates of residential building appear well positioned to accommodate this anticipated demand, creating favorable market conditions for purchasers and supporting population expansion that could outpace projected levels.
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Lyneham, worth an estimated $461 million. A further 87 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $25.6 billion. 33 are already under construction and 47 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Infrastructure upgrades, major urban developments, and planning schemes play a pivotal role in shaping local community outcomes. AreaSearch has pinpointed 31 projects likely to influence the district. Prominent initiatives include TANA Fox Place Lyneham, 102-108 Goodwin Street Apartments, Lyneham, Dickson Shops Upgrade, and Yowani Grounds Estate Development (Newlyne Precinct), with key developments outlined below.
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Yowani Grounds Estate Development (Newlyne Precinct)
The redevelopment of the Yowani Country Club into the Newlyne precinct, a significant mixed-use community in Canberra's inner north. The project includes multiple residential stages such as 'Yowani Grounds' (169 dwellings across towers and townhouses), 'Sense of Yowani' (retirement living), and the 'Mattone' and 'Moire' apartment complexes. It features a new $20 million golf clubhouse, extensive parklands, and wellness facilities, with a focus on high-density living connected to the light rail network.
Yowani Country Club Redevelopment - Office Building
A five-storey commercial office building featuring a ground floor restaurant, community facility, and multipurpose space. The project includes a rooftop outdoor terrace and a two-level basement providing 87 car spaces. Designed by FMB Architects, the building serves as a core commercial hub within the larger Newlyne masterplanned precinct.
Yowani Country Club - New Clubhouse
Major redevelopment of Yowani Country Club including a new two-storey contemporary clubhouse and a fully redesigned 18-hole golf course. The clubhouse relocates to the western side of Sullivan's Creek as part of the broader Newlyne precinct development with partner TP Dynamics. The new facilities including driving range and course are slated to open in March 2026, serving members, social golfers, and the wider Canberra community with improved hospitality, event hire, and sports bar facilities.
Macarthur Urban Village
A significant mixed-use precinct development featuring five buildings. The project includes 424 residential units, approximately 2000sq m of retail space, and 11000sq m of office space, designed to rejuvenate the Northbourne corridor.
TANA Fox Place Lyneham
TANA is a boutique townhouse development in Lyneham comprising 11 four-bedroom residences. The project includes spacious floorplans with second living areas, three bathrooms, double garages, private alfresco areas, premium finishes, double-glazed windows and a minimum 7-star energy rating.
102-108 Goodwin Street Apartments, Lyneham
A four-storey residential building comprising 40 apartments (7 one-bedroom, 4 one-bedroom with study, 22 two-bedroom, 3 two-bedroom with study, and 4 three-bedroom units) on a 2,636 sqm RZ4-zoned site consolidated from four existing residential blocks. Designed by Heyward Lance Architecture for developer Domain Design Projects. The development includes two basement levels with 67 car parking spaces, a communal gym and lounge on the ground floor, and communal open space to the rear. Four existing dwellings will be demolished.Located within walking distance of the Dickson light rail interchange and Dickson shops. Development application lodged September 2024 with public comment closing October 2024.
Dickson Shops Upgrade
Revitalisation of the Dickson Shops precinct to create a safer and more accessible community hub. The upgrade includes replacing 4,400 square metres of paving using new and recycled bricks, installing 1.2 kilometres of new stormwater infrastructure, and adding 27 new seats and 50 bike racks. The design focuses on sustainability with drought-tolerant plantings and permeable surfaces while retaining the area's mid-century character and local sculptures.
Mona Tait Gardens & Bullecourt Retirement Village Expansion
Expansion of the Bullecourt Retirement Village within the Mona Tait Gardens seniors living precinct. Stage 1 comprising 20 independent living units has been completed. The revised Stage 2 development is now under construction and will deliver 83 additional retirement homes (72 apartments and 11 townhouses), a community hub, landscaped open space and associated infrastructure following a redesign that reduced building heights along Warrego Circuit after community consultation.
3,646 residents of Lyneham are employed, from a labour force of 3,816. Unemployment sits at 4.5%, with participation at 71.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,236, about 87% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor pool in Lyneham is characterized by advanced educational qualifications and strong engagement in professional roles, alongside a jobless rate of 4.5% and steady employment conditions over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 3,646 individuals. The local unemployment rate sits 0.4% above the wider Australian Capital Territory figure of 4.1%, while overall participation tracks closely with the territory-wide mark of 70.6%. Census figures showed 12.2% of workers operating from home, an outcome influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time. Primary industries employing local residents encompass public administration & safety, professional & technical, and education & training.
The community exhibits a notable concentration in education & training, capturing an employment proportion 1.4 times the territory-wide standard. Conversely, building trades are under-represented locally, with construction engaging only 3.8% of Lyneham's workforce compared to 6.8% in Australian Capital Territory. Comparisons between working population tallies and resident counts at the Census indicate that local employment opportunities within the immediate boundary remain limited. Evaluations of ABS and SALM records by AreaSearch reveal that over the 12 months to March 2026, the local workforce grew by 1.2% while total employed persons dipped by 0.2%, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 1.3 percentage points. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory registered employment expansion of 0.3%, labor supply growth of 1.1%, and an unemployment uptick of 0.7 percentage points. Five- and ten-year occupational projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide indicative views of future local demand when applied against the suburb's workforce distribution. Nationwide employment is projected to rise 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry trajectories vary substantially. Weighting these sectoral expectations against Lyneham's industry composition points to potential workforce increases of 6.5% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model that excludes localized population adjustments).
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Median household income in Lyneham is $2,084 a week (about $108,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,200 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $70,851 a year against an average of $85,646. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that Lyneham SA2 recorded a median taxpayer earnings level of $70,851 and a mean of $85,646. These figures stand at high levels in a national context, compared to the Australian Capital Territory median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. Accounting for 10.44% growth in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $78,248 for median income and $94,587 for average income as of March 2026. Individual weekly compensation ranks in the 91st percentile nationwide ($1,200 weekly) based on Census reporting.
The single largest earnings bracket encompasses 37.3% of residents (2,249 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring broader regional proportions where 34.3% fall within this range. High earning capacity is evident with 30.3% making more than $3,000 per week, fostering a supportive environment for quality retail and commercial services. Although accommodation outlays absorb 15.5% of income, disposable earnings remain strong at the 72nd percentile, placing the suburb in the 8th decile under SEIFA income scoring.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Lyneham had 2,514 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 27% detached houses and 37% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 50% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $425 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the local housing landscape in Lyneham was made up of 27.0% houses alongside 73.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with the Australian Capital Territory profile of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Outright property ownership in Lyneham trailed territory levels at 23.5%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 26.8% and rental arrangements made up 49.7%. Typical monthly mortgage payments were noticeably lower than the Australian Capital Territory benchmark, standing at $1,800 against $2,080, while median weekly rent was $425 compared to $450 across the territory.
Relative to national figures, local mortgage commitments fall below the Australian norm of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain considerably above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Lyneham counted 2,514 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,659 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 17% are couples with children, fewer than in 92% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 38% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the primary living arrangement at 52.5% of all local households, divided between couples without children (27.1%), couples with children (17.0%), and single parent families (7.3%). Non-family living situations represent 47.5% of households, consisting of single-occupant homes at 37.8% and shared group households at 9.4%. The typical household size sits at 2.1 people, remaining below the territory-wide norm of 2.5.
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60.5% of adults in Lyneham hold a university qualification, including 31.7% with a bachelor degree and 22.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 87% of areas nationally. A further 9.1% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,712 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,139 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Tertiary attainment among Lyneham residents stands well above broader geographic averages, with 60.5% of individuals aged 15+ possessing university qualifications, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 46.8% within the SA4 region. This high concentration of higher education positions the locality favorably for knowledge-intensive sectors. Undergraduate degrees form the largest category at 31.7%, complemented by postgraduate qualifications (22.7%) and graduate diplomas (6.1%). Technical and trade qualifications represent 16.3% of credentials among residents aged 15+, divided between advanced diplomas (7.2%) and certificates (9.1%). Learning engagement across the suburb is elevated, with 29.5% of the local population actively enrolled in formal study programs.
This cohort includes 13.4% undertaking university or higher education, 5.7% attending primary schools, and 4.9% enrolled in secondary education institutions.
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Public transport in Lyneham reaches 44 stops on 105 routes, timetabled for about 7,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure within Lyneham includes 44 active transport stops covering both light rail and bus services. These facilities are connected by 105 individual routes that deliver a combined 7,494 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 164 meters to the nearest transit point. As an outward-commuting residential community, private vehicles remain the primary travel method at 61%, while 13% utilize bus transit and 10% commute via cycling. Private car ownership stands at 0.9 per dwelling, tracking below the regional norm. Additionally, 12.2% of workers commuted from home based on 2021 Census data, which reflects prevailing pandemic restrictions.
Across all transit lines, scheduled service frequency averages 1,070 trips per day, which translates to approximately 170 weekly trips per individual stop.
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67.0% of residents in Lyneham report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 87% of areas nationally. 7.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 9.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators highlight specific long-term wellness considerations in Lyneham, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness rates and mortality statistics, with widespread conditions observed across younger as well as older demographics. Private medical insurance participation is exceptionally strong, covering approximately 62% of the local population (3,739 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The primary reported chronic health conditions in the community are mental health conditions and asthma, recorded at 11.4 and 7.9% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 67.0% of the population indicated an absence of chronic medical conditions, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
Health metrics for working-age locals align broadly with typical expectations. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 14.4% of the population (871 people), exhibiting health profiles that track closely with wider national senior benchmarks while presenting some ongoing wellness challenges.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.7% of Lyneham residents were born overseas and 28.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 75% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.4%) and Australian (19.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Lyneham sits well above standard regional averages, with 34.7% of community members born overseas and 28.1% using a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, followed by 30.4% of people in Lyneham. The most distinctive religious concentration is found in Buddhism, representing 5.1% of residents compared to 3.0% across Australian Capital Territory. Examining parent country of birth, the primary reported ancestries across Lyneham are English (23.4%), Australian (19.7%), and Other (13.6%). Several smaller ethnic backgrounds also exhibit distinct overrepresentation relative to the broader region, including Welsh at 0.8% of Lyneham (vs 0.6% regionally), Serbian at 0.6% (vs 0.4%), and Russian at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Lyneham is 34, younger than 79% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 38.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic structure of Lyneham leans heavily toward pre-family cohorts. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 indicate that young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) comprise 42.3% of the community, outpacing the Australian Capital Territory proportion of 32.8%. In contrast, children and young adults (0 - 24) account for 24.8%, below the regional benchmark of 31.4%. The median age is estimated at 34 as at August 2026, dropping from 35 at the 2021 Census and sitting 1 year below the Australian Capital Territory figure of 35 recorded at that Census.
Since that time, the 25 - 44 cohort has expanded from 38.5% to 42.3% of residents. Through to 2041, this young to middle-aged segment is projected to deliver the greatest absolute increase, growing by 759 (30%) to 3,308 residents. In relative terms, middle-aged residents and early retirees (45 - 64) will record the fastest expansion, rising 53% to 1,704 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Lyneham
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Apr 2026 6 months ago all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Apr 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 490 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,703 at the 2021 Census → 6,032 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (801051057). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.