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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. 491 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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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Lyneham is approximately 6,032 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 329 individuals (5.8%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,703 residents. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 6,013 along with 491 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The resulting population density stands at 1,100 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical figures across areas analyzed by AreaSearch. Lyneham has shown steady expansion over the last ten years with a compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, exceeding the national pace.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic growth, accounting for roughly 90.2% of the total population increase in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this information, as well as for the period after 2032, age group expansion rates are sourced from the ACT Government's SA2 projections starting from a 2022 base. Future demographic projections suggest substantial expansion that ranks in the top quartile nationally, with the local population projected to grow by 2,356 individuals to 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 38.7% rise over the 16-year timeframe.
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614 new dwellings have been approved in Lyneham over the past five years, an average of 122 a year. That places the area in the 78th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 20 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 122 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 2% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 56, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Lyneham averages approximately 122 building approvals for dwellings annually, with 614 residential properties approved during the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 52 recorded so far in FY-26. Because only 0.6 people on average relocated to the suburb for each home constructed during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply matches or exceeds local demand, expanding options for buyers and supporting population expansion potential beyond official forecasts, while new projects show a mean construction cost of $331,000—which is slightly above regional benchmarks—pointing to a focus on premium builds.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $7.8 million have been logged this financial year, reflecting a modest emphasis on commercial construction. Lyneham registers 57.0% more building approvals per capita than the broader Australian Capital Territory, offering purchasers a wide range of options. This rate sits significantly above the national benchmark, showing strong developer interest in the suburb. Newly approved projects consist of 2.0% detached houses and 98.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on higher-density options offers more affordable pathways to home ownership and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This pattern represents a clear shift from the current housing mix (which stands at 27.0% houses), indicating a reduction in available undeveloped land and adjusting to changing lifestyle choices and affordability constraints. The area registers roughly 112 residents for every approved dwelling, indicating a market with low density. Demographic forecasts indicate that Lyneham will add 2,337 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent quarterly estimates by AreaSearch). Given current construction volumes, the residential supply is positioned to satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth that outpaces existing projections.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
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 $28 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions represent key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 31 projects expected to influence the suburb. Primary developments include TANA Fox Place Lyneham, 102-108 Goodwin Street Apartments, Lyneham, Dickson Shops Upgrade, and Yowani Grounds Estate Development (Newlyne Precinct), with details on the most relevant schemes provided 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 71.6%. 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 workforce is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professionals, an unemployment rate of 4.5%, and stable employment patterns over the past year. In March 2026, there were 3,646 employed residents, with an unemployment rate sitting 0.4% higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is general aligned with the Australian Capital Territory average of 70.8%. Census data indicates that a modest 12.2% of residents worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Resident employment is heavily concentrated in public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and education & training.
The suburb exhibits a notable concentration in education & training, where the employment proportion is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, construction has a minor presence at 3.8% of local employment, compared to 6.8% across the wider region. Based on the ratio of Census working population to resident population, the suburb appears to provide few local employment opportunities. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that the labor force grew by 1.2% over the 12-month period, while employment fell by 0.2%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory saw employment rise by 0.3%, the labor force expand by 1.1%, and unemployment increase by 0.7 percentage points. Future local demand patterns can be further understood using Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25. These five- and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project future growth. Although national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across different industries. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the employment structure of Lyneham suggests local employment growth of 6.5% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (note that this represents a direct weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
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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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AreaSearch's compilation of the most recently published postcode-level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that the Lyneham SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $70,851 and an average taxpayer income of $85,646. These figures rank among the highest nationally, compared to $72,206 (median) and $85,981 (average) for the Australian Capital Territory. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $78,248 (median) and $94,587 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census highlights that individual earnings are in the 91st percentile nationally ($1,200 weekly).
Income distribution is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, containing 37.3% of residents (2,249 people), which is consistent with the broader metropolitan trend of 34.3% in this category. The economic status of the area is highlighted by the 30.3% of households earning weekly incomes above $3,000, which supports consumer demand. High housing expenses account for 15.5% of income, yet robust earnings position disposable income at the 72nd percentile, while the SEIFA index places the area in the 8th decile for income.
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 latest Census, the housing stock in Lyneham consisted of 27.0% houses and 73.0% other dwellings (incorporating semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Australian Capital Territory distribution of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Lyneham was lower than the ACT level, sitting at 23.5%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (26.8%) or rented (49.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,800, notably below the ACT average of $2,080, whereas the median weekly rent was recorded at $425, compared to the ACT figure of $450.
On a national level, Lyneham's mortgage costs are below the Australian average of $1,863, while rental costs are significantly higher than 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 households constitute 52.5% of the total residential dwellings, which includes 17.0% couples with children, 27.1% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 47.5%, with single-person households representing 37.8% and group households making up 9.4%. The median household occupancy of 2.1 people is lower than the ACT average 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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Educational attainment in Lyneham is substantially higher than regional and national benchmarks, with 60.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 46.8% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the local population well for opportunities in the knowledge sector. Bachelor degrees represent the largest segment at 31.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (22.7%) and graduate diplomas (6.1%). Vocational qualifications are held by 16.3% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.2%) and certificates (9.1%). Engagement in education is exceptionally high, with 29.5% of the population enrolled in formal study.
This cohort includes 13.4% studying at the tertiary level, 5.7% in primary school, and 4.9% undertaking secondary education.
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Public transport in Lyneham reaches 45 stops on 115 routes, timetabled for about 9,300 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 transport connectivity is supported by 45 active stops within Lyneham, offering a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops host 115 unique routes, which deliver 9,310 passenger journeys each week. Accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 164 meters from their closest transport stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of workers travel outside the area to work, with cars being the primary mode of travel at 61%, followed by buses at 13% and cycling at 10%. Average vehicle ownership is 0.9 cars per household, below the regional average.
A relatively low proportion of residents (12.2%) work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 1,330 trips per day, which equates to roughly 206 weekly journeys for each individual transport 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic health issues, Lyneham faces notable health challenges, with a prominent occurrence of common health conditions across both younger and older cohorts, alongside an exceptionally high rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 62% of the population (3,739 people). The national average for private coverage is 55.7%. Mental health concerns and asthma represent the most frequent medical conditions in the area, affecting 11.4 and 7.9% of residents, respectively, while 67.0% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 70.2% across the Australian Capital Territory.
Health profiles for working-age residents are generally typical. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 15.0% of the population (904 people). Health profiles for older residents present some difficulties, with national standings generally aligned with the overall population.
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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Lyneham exhibits higher cultural diversity than most regional property markets, with 34.7% of residents born outside Australia and 28.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 30.4% of the population. A notable overrepresentation is found in Buddhism, which is practiced by 5.1% of residents, compared to 3.0% across the Australian Capital Territory. Regarding ancestral background based on parental country of birth, the three largest groups in Lyneham are English at 23.4%, Australian at 19.7%, and Other at 13.6%. There are also distinct concentrations of other heritage groups: Welsh ancestry represents 0.8% of the local population (vs 0.6% in the region), Serbian is at 0.6% (vs 0.4%), and Russian is 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. 37.6% 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 median age in Lyneham is 34 years, which is close to the ACT average of 35 years and significantly lower than the national average of 38 years. Relative to the ACT, Lyneham contains a larger proportion of people aged 25 - 34 (25.8%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (7.4%). This concentration in the 25 - 34 cohort is substantially higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 14.5% to 16.9% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group has grown from 24.0% to 25.8%.
Conversely, the 15 to 24 cohort fell from 13.7% to 11.8%, while the 85+ bracket declined from 3.7% to 2.6%. Demographic modeling indicates the age structure in Lyneham will change significantly by 2041, with the 35 to 44 age group projected to grow the most at 41%, adding 412 residents to reach a total of 1,429.
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 Aug 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) | May 2026 3 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 May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Apr 2026 4 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 5 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) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 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 — 491 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 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 May 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.