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The median house price in Bargo is $1.14m, with units at $452k. House values have moved 5.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Bargo has an estimated 6,307 residents, up from 5,934 at the 2021 Census — a change of 373 people, or 6.3%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. Natural increase accounts for 43.7% of that increase. Density is about 93 people per 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 conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Bargo is approximately 6,307 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 373 people (6.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,934 residents. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 6,278 from June 2025 and 55 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. With these numbers, the region has a density of 93 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density with ample space per resident and capacity for prospective expansion. The 6.3% post-census growth rate of Bargo is within 0.8 percentage points of the state average (7.1%), indicating competitive underlying growth.
Natural increase was the primary contributor to this growth, accounting for roughly 43.7% of total population expansion during recent timeframes, though interstate, overseas, and all other migration categories also recorded positive trends. AreaSearch implements the projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 locations where this data is unavailable, the NSW State Government's SA2 projections from 2022 using a 2021 baseline are applied instead. The age bracket growth rates derived from these datasets are projected forward for all regions from 2032 to 2041. Based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, future population patterns point to lower quartile growth relative to other national statistical areas, with Bargo projected to expand by 63 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 0.5% over the 16 years.
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131 new dwellings have been approved in Bargo over the past five years, an average of 26 a year. That is 4.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 21 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 90% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 13, 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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Bargo averages approximately 26 new residential approvals each year, with 131 dwellings approved during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 12 registered so far in FY-26. Over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), each new dwelling has average occupied ratios of 2.1 new residents per year, showing robust demand that is likely to bolster local real estate values. The average construction cost of these new residences is $369,000. In addition, commercial development has been quiet, with only $8.1 million in commercial approvals recorded in the current financial year.
Bargo exhibits very low development volumes compared to Greater Sydney, falling 72.0% below regional average per person. This lack of new inventory generally supports demand and pricing for established local housing. Detached houses account for 90.0% of the new construction, while apartments or townhouses make up the remaining 10.0%, maintaining the low-density profile of the area and appealing to buyers seeking larger properties. The quiet nature of local construction is highlighted by the ratio of 593 people per single dwelling approval in the district. According to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Bargo is projected to grow by 34 residents by 2041. Under current building trends, the incoming housing supply is expected to satisfy demand, resulting in positive buying conditions and potentially setting the stage for growth that surpasses these projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Bargo, worth an estimated $750 million. A further 81 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $50.9 billion. 35 are already under construction and 27 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, communities and residential development. 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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An area's performance is heavily influenced by updates to local infrastructure, major capital projects, and planning changes. AreaSearch has identified 4 key projects likely to impact the community. The main developments include the Tahmoor South Coal Project, the Tahmoor Marketplace Expansion, the Tahmoor Town Centre Revitalisation, and the Maldon to Dombarton Freight Rail Line, with the details of the most significant projects listed below.
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Tahmoor South Coal Project
Underground longwall extension of the Tahmoor Colliery into the Bargo area, approved by the Independent Planning Commission in April 2021 (SSD-8445) and modified through to May 2025. The project was approved to extract up to 33 Mt of ROM coking coal from the Bulli seam via longwall mining, extending mine life to approximately 2032. The mine has been shut since February 2025 after owner SIMEC Mining (GFG Alliance) exhausted cash reserves. Liberty Primary Metals Australia entered voluntary administration in November 2025, and the NSW Supreme Court ordered liquidation in March 2026 with McGrathNicol appointed as liquidator.238 of 328 workers were made redundant in March 2026, with 90 retained for care and maintenance. The mine is being offered for sale with expressions of interest sought by the liquidator.
Tahmoor Town Centre Revitalisation
Wollondilly Shire Council-led revitalisation of Tahmoor's main street and town centre, encompassing new retail and commercial spaces, public domain upgrades, and improved pedestrian connections along Remembrance Driveway. The project aims to reinforce Tahmoor as a key service hub for the Wollondilly Shire as the region experiences significant population growth.
Tahmoor Marketplace Expansion
Planned expansion of Tahmoor Marketplace including additional specialty retail floorspace, supermarket improvements and expanded at-grade parking to support population growth in Tahmoor. The project remains in the planning phase with broader transport planning for the Tahmoor CBD progressing alongside future retail improvements.
15 Janderra Lane Wilton Stage 2A South East Wilton Precinct
Approved Torrens title residential subdivision within the South East Wilton Growth Area. The Stage 2A development at 15 Janderra Lane creates 362 residential lots, 6 super lots, drainage and open space lots, a local park, share paths, stormwater works, road dedication, civil works and essential services. The planning agreement was executed in July 2025 and subsequently novated from Country Garden Wilton East Pty Ltd to Landtop SPV5 Pty Ltd.
Maldon to Dombarton Freight Rail Line
The Maldon to Dombarton Railway is a proposed 35-kilometre single-track freight rail link intended to connect the Main South Line at Maldon with the Moss Vale to Unanderra line at Dombarton. This corridor aims to enhance freight access to Port Kembla and bypass Sydney's passenger network congestion. While 25 kilometres of earthworks were completed in the 1980s, the project remains in the investigative stage. Recent strategic planning, including the 2026 Draft Illawarra Shoalhaven Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan, continues to list it as a long-term investigative initiative, though Infrastructure Australia has previously noted that costs currently outweigh the economic benefits.
Bingara Gorge
A 450-hectare master-planned golf and lifestyle community delivering 1,800 homes in Wilton, Sydney's South West. Developed by Metro Property Development (acquired from Lendlease in 2021), the estate is built around an 18-hole Graham Marsh-designed golf course and features over 200 hectares of open space, parks, retail, childcare, and a primary school. Civil works are actively underway on Stages 10C and 10D (104 lots), a new Country Club venue is under construction with completion anticipated Autumn 2026, and community parks including Homestead Park and Condell Park Homestead are progressing through to 2026-2027.
Bingara Gorge Master Planned Community
Premium 450-hectare master-planned community by Metro Property Group (acquired from Lendlease in 2021) delivering 1,800 homes for approximately 3,500 residents when completed. Features an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Graham Marsh, Pulse Fitness Club with swimming pools and tennis courts, Wilton Public School, an approved Country Club (construction commenced mid-2024, completion expected late 2025), retail centre, childcare, and over 200 hectares of open space including 120 hectares of protected bushland. Stages 10A and 10B (111 lots) registered April 2025; civil works for Stages 10C and 10D (90 lots) commencing mid-2025.Located in the heart of Wilton Growth Area with excellent connectivity to M5 and Hume Highway.
Wilton Junction Development
A comprehensive transformation of Wilton into a major strategic centre. The project encompasses several precincts including North Wilton (Panorama), Wilton Greens, and the Wilton Town Centre. It features extensive residential development of over 9,000 homes, new public primary and high schools, a lakeside business hub, and significant infrastructure upgrades including new Hume Motorway ramps and a three-lane bridge. Sydney Water is actively constructing critical water and wastewater pipelines to support the growth.
3,665 residents of Bargo are employed, from a labour force of 3,758. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 73.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,153, about 82% 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 evenly distributed between blue-collar and white-collar occupations, with the construction sector showing strong representation. The area has an unemployment rate of only 2.5% and experienced a estimated employment growth of 8.1% over the prior year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,665, while the local unemployment rate was 1.7% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is typical, standing at 73.8% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census responses indicated a moderate 22.7% of local workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
Most working residents are employed in construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The concentration of construction workers is particularly high, sitting at 1.8 times the average of the broader region. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 4.0% of local jobs compared to 11.5% across the wider region. Comparing the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local employment opportunities are limited. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, employment rose by 8.1% and the labor force expanded by 7.8% over the 12-month period, leading to a 0.3 percentage points reduction in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9%, labor force expand by 1.9%, and unemployment experience a minor decline. National employment estimates from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding prospective demand trends in Bargo. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce composition to estimate growth paths. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the employment profile of Bargo suggests local job numbers will grow by 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, noting that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bargo is $1,841 a week (about $96,000 a year), with median personal income at $763 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,065 a year against an average of $68,800. 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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Based on the latest financial year 2023 tax statistics compiled by AreaSearch, tax-paying residents in the Bargo SA2 earn slightly more than the national median. The median income of local taxpayers is $56,065, while the average income is $68,800, which compares to median and average figures of $60,817 and $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $61,851 for the median and $75,900 for the average. Census data places family, household, and individual earnings in a modest bracket between the 41st and 55th percentiles.
The primary income group, consisting of 31.8% of the local population (2,005 residents), earns weekly incomes between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the wider regional trend where 30.9% fall into this bracket. While housing expenses account for a substantial 16.8% of household earnings, robust overall income places disposable income at the 55th percentile, with the area's SEIFA income index ranking in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bargo had 1,983 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 1% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $415 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 22.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the local housing mix consisted of 91.3% houses and 8.8% other dwelling types like semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing. This contrasts with the wider Sydney metro area, which recorded 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was much higher in Bargo than in Sydney metro, sitting at 35.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (48.3%) or rented (16.5%). The median mortgage payment of $2,167 per month and median rent of $415 per week in Bargo were lower than the Sydney metro averages of $2,427 and $470.
On a national scale, mortgage repayments in Bargo exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bargo counted 1,983 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,108 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the vast majority of households at 78.3%, consisting of couples with children at 37.6%, couples without children at 28.8%, and single parent households at 11.2%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 21.7%, which includes single-person households at 20.4% and group households at 1.3%. The median size of local households is 2.9 people, exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.7% of adults in Bargo hold a university qualification, including 8.8% with a bachelor degree and 2.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 34.5% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,514 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 980 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 challenges are present in the community, as the proportion of residents with university qualifications is 12.7%, significantly lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted education programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a non-school qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (34.5%). A high level of educational enrollment is evident in the area, with 28.7% of the population currently undertaking studies.
This group includes 11.4% in primary schools, 9.0% in secondary schools, and 2.4% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bargo reaches 214 stops on 39 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.0 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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An analysis of public transport infrastructure identifies 214 active transit stops in Bargo, incorporating both rail and bus networks. These stops are served by 39 different routes, which provide a total of 2,054 weekly passenger trips. Transport convenience is rated high, with residents living an average of 157 meters from their closest stop. Due to the area's residential focus, the majority of commuters travel outside the local area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 95%. Households own an average of 2.0 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average.
A total of 22.7% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Across all transit lines, service frequency averages 293 trips daily, representing about 9 weekly trips per stop. The corresponding map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central coordinate of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
65.2% of residents in Bargo report no long-term health condition. 5.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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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According to the AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and chronic health issues, general health indicators for Bargo are close to national averages. The incidence of common medical issues in the general community is typical, though it rises above the national average in older demographics. Approximately 53% of the total population (~3,361 people) hold private health insurance, placing the area slightly ahead of the average SA2 region, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in Bargo, affecting 10.0 and 8.5% of residents. Meanwhile, 65.2% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age cohort faces notable challenges with higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.3% of the population (1,280 people), which is higher than the 15.5% recorded in Greater Sydney. Senior health outcomes present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the general community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bargo is largely Australian-born, at 88.3% of residents, with 5.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.7%) and English (29.0%). 3.9% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Bargo shows low levels of cultural diversity, with Australian-born residents accounting for 88.3% of the population, citizens representing 92.3%, and 94.2% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 63.1% of residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parents' country of birth, the three most common backgrounds in Bargo are Australian at 32.7% (much higher than the regional average of 17.8%), English at 29.0% (substantially above the regional average of 19.0%), and Irish at 7.0%. Significant variations also exist for other cultural groups: Maltese heritage is overrepresented in Bargo at 2.7% (compared to 1.0% regionally), Hungarian at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%), and Macedonian at 0.4% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bargo is 40. 23.5% 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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Bargo's median age is 40 years, slightly higher than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and marginally above the Australian average of 38 years. Compared to the metro average, the 65 - 74 age bracket is overrepresented at 10.6%, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented at 9.3%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 6.0% to 7.6% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group grew from 12.8% to 14.2%. On the other hand, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 14.6% to 13.4%, and the 25 to 34 demographic fell from 10.3% to 9.3%.
Demographic modeling projects significant shifts in the age structure of Bargo by 2041. The 85+ cohort is expected to grow by 183 people (137%), rising from 133 to 317. The combined 65+ age brackets will represent 85% of all population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the community. In contrast, the 15 to 24 and 45 to 54 groups are expected to shrink in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bargo
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 1 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 — 55 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,934 at the 2021 Census → 6,307 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 (123031445). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.