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The median house price in Bathurst - East is $799k, with units at $310k. House values have moved 5.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Bathurst - East has an estimated 13,608 residents, up from 12,330 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,278 people, or 10.4%. Growth has averaged 2.2% a year over five years. 308 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 57.2% of that increase. That puts 145 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 research by AreaSearch, the population of Bathurst - East stands at roughly 13,608 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,278 people (10.4%) compared to the 2021 Census total of 12,330 people. That adjustment draws on the ABS estimated resident population figure of 13,565 recorded as of June 2025, alongside 308 validated new addresses confirmed following the Census. With a density of 144 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous living space and capacity for ongoing expansion. The 10.4% expansion recorded since the 2021 census positioned Bathurst - East ahead of both the broader SA4 region (2.3%) and the SA3 area, establishing it as a regional growth frontrunner.
Interstate migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 57.2% of net gains over recent periods, though overseas migration and natural growth also delivered positive additions. SA2 projections published in 2024 by the ABS and Geoscience Australia using 2022 as a baseline are applied by AreaSearch, with NSW State Government SA2 projections from 2022 (benchmarked to 2021) utilised for locations outside that dataset. Cohort-specific growth rates derived from these models are further extended across all locations for 2032 through to 2041. Looking forward, the area is projected to experience substantial expansion that places it in the upper quartile among regional non-metropolitan districts nationwide, with latest annual ERP numbers pointing to an increase of 5,574 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative 40.6% gain across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
339 new dwellings have been approved in Bathurst - East over the past five years, an average of 67 a year. That places the area in the 79th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 66 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 86% 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 Bathurst - East have averaged approximately 67 dwellings annually, reaching a combined 339 homes over the previous 5 financial years. With an average influx of 4.1 new residents arriving per completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local demand continues to outrun new additions, creating upward price momentum and heightened buyer competition while newly built residences show an average construction cost of $426,000. Furthermore, $22.9 million in commercial approvals was registered during this financial year, demonstrating consistent commercial investment. Relative to Rest of NSW, development volumes in Bathurst - East remain elevated at 41.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period, maintaining healthy stock availability while underpinning prevailing property values, even as building activity has cooled in recent periods.
Detached houses account for 86.0% of recent construction while medium and high-density housing comprises 14.0%, preserving the neighbourhood's established low-density setting and family-friendly appeal for buyers wanting generous allotments. Generating approximately 268 people per dwelling approval, Bathurst - East reflects an active development environment. Moving forward, Bathurst - East is projected to welcome 5,531 residents through to 2041 according to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures. Should residential construction persist at current trajectories, incoming housing stock could lag population expansion, intensifying competition between purchasers and reinforcing property price gains.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Bathurst - East
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bathurst - East, worth an estimated $849 million. A further 69 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.4 billion. 18 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, energy 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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Local performance is deeply shaped by changes to community infrastructure, major planning undertakings and regional capital works. AreaSearch has highlighted 16 specific developments expected to influence the district, including major projects such as The Gateway Bathurst, MIR Group Residential Subdivision, Pretty Heights Estate, and the Hynash Constructions 123-Lot Subdivision, with priority initiatives summarized in the accompanying details.
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The Gateway Bathurst
The Gateway Bathurst is a 27-hectare landmark mixed-use commercial and business precinct in Kelso, featuring 1 kilometre of frontage to the Great Western Highway. The development is zoned E3 Productivity Support (formerly B5 Business Development), facilitating large format retail, light industrial, and vehicle showrooms. Operational tenants include Metro Petroleum, Imagine Childcare, and Oporto, with KFC slated for completion and Harvey Norman identified as a future major anchor.
Hynash Constructions Marsden Heights Estate Subdivision
Residential subdivision of 123 allotments (DA 2018/380) at the eastern edge of the Trinity Heights residential area in Kelso. New external roads and extensions of Wentworth Drive and Graham Drive provide lot access, with future linkages north, south and east for further subdivision. Lots range from 780 to 1,505 square metres and are being delivered in a single stage. Road infrastructure works on Marsden Lane commenced October 2024 including a new roundabout at the Hughes Street intersection.A works-in-kind arrangement for stormwater detention basins was denied by Bathurst Regional Council in December 2025; Hynash may seek a consent variation to address drainage obligations.
MIR Group Residential Subdivision
312-lot residential subdivision on 32.8 hectares north of Bathurst Supa Centre. Bounded by Limekilns Road (north), Ashworth Road (south-west), with standard and dual occupancy lots, internal roads, services and open space. Developer contribution fees exceed $4 million.
Pretty Heights Estate
Multi-stage residential land estate overlooking Bathurst and Mt Panorama. Stage 3 is now being actively marketed with registered lots available for sale while limited Stage 2 lots remain. The approved development comprises 188 residential lots with large home sites, selected dual occupancy opportunities and supporting subdivision infrastructure.
Gilmour Street Seniors Living Development
Approved 89-unit independent living retirement village on a 4.21-hectare site adjacent to Paddy's Hotel. The site has cleared, flat topography with initial earthworks completed. Recently offered to market by Colliers, with construction anticipated to begin soon.
Sunnybright Stage 2
139-lot residential subdivision expanding Sunnybright Estate, comprising 135 residential lots and 4 open space lots across 16 hectares. Designed to support diverse housing needs in Kelso, complete with new public roads and bulk earthworks.
Akura Head Office and Steel Fabrication Factory
State-of-the-art 6,500sqm head office and manufacturing complex including 3,200sqm structural steel fabrication facility with gantry cranes, CNC machines, shot blast machine, and truck wash bay. Capacity to manufacture 50 tonnes of structural steel per week. Also includes precast concrete manufacturing plant with 1,800sqm weekly production capacity. Developed to support company growth and streamlined construction operations.
Great Western Highway Kelso to Raglan Upgrade
Upgrade of Great Western Highway between Kelso and Raglan including road widening, intersection improvements, new bridges, and safety enhancements. Project improves traffic flow, reduces travel times, and enhances road safety for the 15,000+ vehicles using this route daily.
7,142 residents of Bathurst - East are employed, from a labour force of 7,347. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 68.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,149, about 89% 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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Bathurst - East maintains a capable local workforce featuring strong representation across vital public services, supported by a low jobless rate of 2.8%. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 7,142, with unemployment sitting 1.3% below the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, while labour market participation reached an elevated 68.5% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census returns indicated that only 11.5% of workers operated from home, though this metric should be viewed alongside Covid-19 lockdown measures. The dominant employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, along with construction.
Manufacturing represents a distinct local specialisation, maintaining a workforce concentration 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for a smaller proportion of local employment, engaging 2.4% of Bathurst - East workers against 5.3% across Regional NSW. A comparison of Census daytime working numbers against resident totals points to constrained local job opportunities within the area itself. AreaSearch evaluation of ABS and SALM figures indicates that over the 12-month period, the local labour supply shrank by 1.2% while employment contracted by 1.9%, lifting the unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 0.9%, the labour force contract by 0.4%, and unemployment rise by 0.5 percentage points. Broader perspective on future workforce needs in Bathurst - East is provided by national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26. These five- and ten-year models have been synthesised with the local industry profile to anticipate demand shifts. Against national projected gains of 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, sectoral performance varies considerably. Mapping these industry projections to the employment composition of Bathurst - East points to potential local job increases of 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (note that this represents an illustrative weighting calculation that does not factor in local demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bathurst - East is $1,788 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $799 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,479 a year against an average of $65,243. 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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The most recent ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that Bathurst - East SA2 incomes track marginally below the nationwide benchmark, recording a median of $55,479 alongside an average of $65,243. In comparison, Regional NSW recorded a median income of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Incorporating Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $61,204 (median) and $71,976 (average) by March 2026. The 2021 Census positioned personal, family, and household earnings around the nationwide 50th percentile. The predominant earnings cohort involves 36.1% of residents receiving $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (4,912 residents), mirroring the regional concentration where 29.9% fall into this range.
Following housing commitments, residents retain 85.5% of income for remaining living costs, placing the area in the 4th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bathurst - East had 4,201 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 1% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month. Rent absorbs 20.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records show that separate houses formed 93.7% of housing stock across Bathurst - East, with 6.3% comprised of alternative structures (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasted with Regional NSW where houses made up 82.6% and other formats constituted 17.4%. Outright home ownership in Bathurst - East trailed Regional NSW at 34.0%, while remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (40.5%) or occupied by tenants (25.5%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood higher than the regional average at $1,800, and weekly median rent reached $360, compared to $1,733 and $330 in Regional NSW.
Relative to broader national levels, Bathurst - East registers lower mortgage payments than the Australian average of $1,863, alongside weekly rents below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bathurst - East counted 4,201 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,636 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 28% 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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Family arrangements constitute the clear majority of local living situations at 77.9%, encompassing couples with children at 34.2%, couples without children at 28.0%, and single parent families representing 14.9%. Non-family dwellings make up the remaining 22.1%, comprising lone person households at 19.7% and group households at 2.3%. Average household occupancy of 2.7 people exceeds the Regional NSW mark of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.5% of adults in Bathurst - East hold a university qualification, including 13.3% with a bachelor degree and 3.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.6% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,610 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 978 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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Attainment levels present some hurdles across the district, as university qualification rates (18.5%) track well under the statewide mark of 32.2%, highlighting key areas for educational development. Tertiary credentials are led by bachelor degrees at 13.3%, alongside postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational and technical training forms a substantial foundation, with 41.2% of persons aged 15+ holding technical certifications – comprising advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (31.6%). Study engagement is exceptionally strong, with 32.9% of the local population actively participating in structured education. Within this cohort, primary schooling accounts for 11.7%, secondary education engages 10.7%, and 3.2% are enrolled in higher education programs.
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Public transport in Bathurst - East reaches 228 stops on 57 routes, timetabled for about 970 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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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Analysis of the public transport network shows 228 operational transit stops across Bathurst - East, primarily providing bus connectivity. A network of 57 dedicated routes services these locations, delivering 972 passenger services each week. Local transit access is ranked as excellent, with typical resident proximity to the nearest departure point being 139 meters. As an established residential community, external commuting is common, with private cars serving as the primary travel choice at 96%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.7 per household, outpacing the wider regional benchmark. A modest 11.5% of workers carried out their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure potentially shaped by pandemic conditions.
Public transport operations provide an average frequency of 138 services daily across the entire network, which translates to roughly 4 weekly trips for each designated stop. The 100 closest stops relative to the central reference point are displayed on the provided map.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.2% of residents in Bathurst - East report no long-term health condition. 6.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 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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Health considerations remain prominent in Bathurst - East according to AreaSearch research on chronic illness rates and mortality statistics, with typical health issues presenting across both younger and older cohorts, while private medical coverage lags standard SA2 metrics with roughly 52% of residents covered (~7,062 people). Asthma and mental health issues represent the most prevalent diagnosed conditions locally, reported by 10.4 and 9.2% of residents, respectively, whereas 64.2% indicated having no chronic illnesses, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age cohorts experience noticeable health pressures with elevated chronic disease measures.
Residents aged 65 and over represent 17.0% of the population (2,317 people), below the Regional NSW proportion of 23.3%. Health measures for older residents encounter notable pressures, aligning generally with national rankings for the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bathurst - East is largely Australian-born, at 91.1% of residents, with 5.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.8%) and English (30.9%). 5.7% 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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Cultural heterogeneity in Bathurst - East remains below broader averages, with Australian-born residents accounting for 91.1% of the community, 92.3% holding citizenship, and 94.7% communicating exclusively in English at home. Christianity constitutes the leading religious affiliation at 64.4% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding ancestral heritage based on parental birthplace, the primary backgrounds reported in Bathurst - East are Australian (32.8%), English (30.9%), and Irish (9.4%). Notable proportional variations also emerge among specific demographic groups, with Australian Aboriginal representation standing at 5.7% (vs 4.6% regionally), Lebanese background at 0.4% (vs 0.2%), and Sri Lankan heritage at 0.2% (vs 0.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bathurst - East is 36. 27.1% 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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Bathurst - East features a noticeably younger demographic balance than Regional NSW overall. Updated August 2026 figures show children and young adults (0 - 24) representing 35.5% of the community compared to 29.3% across Regional NSW, whereas retirees and seniors (65+) account for 17.0% against a regional level of 23.3%. This establishes a median age of 36, matching the 2021 Census and sitting 7 years younger than the Regional NSW median of 43 from that Census. Since that period, the young to middle aged cohort (25 - 44) has expanded from 24.1% of the population to an estimated 25.3%.
Projections to 2041 indicate that young to middle aged adults will drive the bulk of local expansion, gaining 1,763 residents (51%) to reach 5,200, while the fastest proportional surge will occur among retirees and seniors, rising 53% to 3,542.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bathurst - East
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 | Jun 2026 4 months ago all 8 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 Jun 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 — 308 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (12,330 at the 2021 Census → 13,608 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 (103011059). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.