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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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The median house price in Bellingen is $873k, with units at $650k. House values have moved -0.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Bellingen has an estimated 6,217 residents, up from 6,168 at the 2021 Census. 109 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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, Bellingen has a population of approximately 6,217 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 49 residents (0.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,168 residents. This variation is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 6,200 in June 2025 and 109 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population size results in a density of 6.2 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density. The 0.8% increase in Bellingen's population since the census is 2.9 percentage points lower than the 3.7% growth in the SA3 area, showing positive local dynamics.
This growth was mainly driven by net overseas migration, which served as the primary source of population gains in recent times. Projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are used by AreaSearch for each SA2 area. For SA2 areas where this dataset is unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends from these sources are also projected for the period from 2032 to 2041. Based on expected demographic trends, the area is projected to experience growth in line with the lowest quartile of non-metropolitan regions nationwide, with an estimated rise of 229 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP data, which represents a total growth of 3.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
130 new dwellings have been approved in Bellingen over the past five years, an average of 26 a year. That is 4.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 22 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 59% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, broadly in line with 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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Yearly residential approvals in Bellingen average approximately 26, with a total of 130 dwellings approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 22 recorded during FY-26 so far. An average ratio of 0.7 people moving into the area for each constructed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) suggests that building activity is keeping pace with or running ahead of demand, providing options for buyers and supporting population growth beyond current estimates, with new dwellings carrying an average building cost of $333,000.
Additionally, commercial building approvals valued at $3.8 million have been logged during the current financial year, which highlights the dominant residential profile of the local area. Bellingen displays comparable per-capita development rates to the Rest of NSW, maintaining a balanced market in line with surrounding regions. Current construction activity consists of 59.0% detached houses and 41.0% apartments or townhouses, indicating a growing proportion of medium-density choices that provide various residential options across different budgets, ranging from traditional family homes to cheaper compact styles. This marks a clear shift from the existing housing stock (which stands at 95.0% houses), suggesting a reduction in available greenfield land and reflecting changing household preferences and a demand for more varied, lower-cost housing options. The figure of 192 people per approval highlights the low-density characteristics of Bellingen. Projections suggest Bellingen will add 212 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current construction volume, housing supply is expected to satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially allowing population growth to outpace current 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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bellingen, worth an estimated $19 million. A further 56 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.93 billion. 22 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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 projects, and town planning policies are key factors affecting regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 5 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Significant initiatives include the Retail & ShopTop Housing Development on Hyde Street in Bellingen, the Taylors Rise Estate, the Watson Place Affordable Housing project, and the Sewering Coastal Villages Project, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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Retail & ShopTop Housing Development, Hyde Street, Bellingen
Mixed-use development involving demolition, remediation, and construction of shop-top housing with 15 residential units and retail premises, on the site of the former Carl Foster's Garage. The project was approved by the Northern Regional Planning Panel on 20 March 2019, with a capital investment value of $8,985,000. The proposal includes commercial space (a supermarket opportunity has been marketed for the site) and is located within the Bellingen Heritage Conservation Area.
Watson Place Affordable Housing
Affordable housing complex providing 23 one-bedroom apartments for women over 55 at risk of homelessness. The project was officially opened in December 2024 and was delivered through RFBI's subsidiary, Bellorana, with $10 million in combined funding from the NSW and Australian governments. All 23 apartments were tenanted before the official opening.
Taylors Rise Estate
Boutique residential estate offering 42 land lots ranging from 600sqm to 1621sqm, and brand-new completed homes, located near Bellingen CBD. Civil construction for the 42-lot subdivision was completed and registered in 2023, with home construction and lot sales progressing through completion.
Sewering Coastal Villages Project
A major $38 million sewerage infrastructure project expanding the network to Mylestom, Repton, and Raleigh. The project involves a completed upgrade to the Urunga Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP), doubling its capacity to 10,000 equivalent persons. Current works focus on installing sewer reticulation mains and 228 low-pressure sewer units at individual properties, and constructing new pump stations to replace failing septic systems and protect the Bellinger and Kalang Rivers.
Urunga Boardwalk Replacement
Full replacement of the historic Urunga Boardwalk, part of the wider Urunga Precinct Revitalisation, following flood damage to the original structure. The upgrade widens the walkway to between 2.5 and 3 metres, installs over 300 fibre reinforced polymer piles, and rebuilds more than 850 metres of decking, viewing platforms, breakout areas and seating to improve accessibility, safety and tourism appeal. Construction began in July 2025. As of mid-2026 over 800 metres including the full 250 metre South Arm section is open to the public, with Stages 1 to 3 substantially complete and the final Stage 4 (360 metre breakwall section) underway, expected to finish late 2026.The project is being delivered by Bellingen Shire Council with XINC Engineering Pty Ltd (design and supply) and GPM Marine Constructions Pty Ltd (piling and installation).
Black Wattle Estate - Urunga
Black Wattle Estate is a six stage master planned residential land subdivision within the South Urunga Development Precinct, delivering about 320 housing lots from roughly 600 sqm up to 1,450 sqm. Stage 1 civil works and registration are complete with most lots sold, while later stages will add local parks, walking and cycle paths and bushland buffers. The estate is promoted as an environmentally and socially sustainable coastal community close to Urunga township, beaches, the Kalang River and regional centres such as Coffs Harbour and Bellingen.
Valla Urban Growth Area
The Valla Urban Growth Area is a long-planned mixed-use precinct near the Pacific Highway at Valla, intended to address residential and industrial land shortages on the NSW Mid North Coast. Stage One is under construction and will deliver 14 fully serviced industrial lots, with 13 lots expected to be released from mid to late 2026. Current works include the first internal road, water, sewer, stormwater, electrical, lighting and communications infrastructure. Future stages are planned to include about 700 homes, a town centre, further industrial land, schools, open space and public amenities.Council expects the completed precinct to support up to 2800 jobs and add about AUD 380 million per year to the local economy.
Boambee East Residential Subdivision
A proposed two-stage residential subdivision creating 70 residential lots comprising 63 Torrens Title lots and 7 Community Title housing lots, with concept approval for 70 dwellings. Stage 1 includes construction of an access road via Bruce King Drive, demolition of two existing dwellings, a fire trail lot, and a residue lot to be dedicated to Council. The development has faced significant community opposition due to concerns about clearing approximately 4,600 square meters of native vegetation including 3,000 square meters of Prime Koala Habitat, threatened ecological communities, and impacts on community land surrounding the Boambee East Community Centre.
2,719 residents of Bellingen are employed, from a labour force of 2,870. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 56.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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 characterized by high levels of education and a strong representation in essential services, with an unemployment rate of 5.3% and a 0.8% estimated growth in employment over the previous year. As of March 2026, there are 2,719 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 1.2% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, while workforce participation is slightly low (56.1% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census statistics show that a moderate 24.1% of employees worked from home, although this may be influenced by pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Education & training is particularly prominent in the area, with its share of local employment reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety is underrepresented, employing 5.4% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% in Regional NSW. The relationship between the census working population and resident population suggests that local job opportunities are limited. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 0.8% and the labor force grew by 0.4%, leading to a decrease of 0.3 percentage points in the unemployment rate. This trend contrasts with Regional NSW, where employment fell by 0.9%, the labor force dropped by 0.4%, and the unemployment rate increased by 0.5 percentage points. Job growth expectations can be assessed using the national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential employment trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but these rates vary considerably by sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local employment structure indicates that Bellingen's employment would rise by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (this represents a simple weighting based on the industry mix and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bellingen is $1,317 a week (about $68,000 a year), with median personal income at $647 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,127 a year against an average of $55,468. 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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Aggregated postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023 indicates that the Bellingen SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $42,127 and an average income of $55,468. These figures are below the national averages and compare to median and average incomes of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 results in estimated values of approximately $46,475 for median income and $61,192 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Bellingen are positioned between the 18th and 21st percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 30.4% of the population (1,889 individuals), which matches the broader region where 29.9% are in this range. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs stands at 85.5%, placing the area in the 23rd percentile nationally, while the SEIFA index ranks the area's income in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bellingen had 2,264 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 1% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 47% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 28.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.6%. 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 mix in Bellingen consisted of 95.4% separate houses and 4.5% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% other dwelling types in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels in Bellingen were higher than the Regional NSW rate at 46.5%, while the remaining homes were either mortgaged (31.4%) or rented (22.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,517 was lower than the Regional NSW median of $1,733, and the median weekly rent of $370 was higher than the Regional NSW median of $330.
Nationally, Bellingen's monthly mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are slightly below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bellingen counted 2,264 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up 69.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 26.5%, couples without children at 28.1%, and single parent families at 14.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.3%, with single-person households representing 26.2% and group households representing 4.3%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is higher than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.3% of adults in Bellingen hold a university qualification, including 22.2% with a bachelor degree and 6.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.2% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 1,187 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,020 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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Levels of education in Bellingen are higher than regional and state figures, with 33.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university qualification, compared to 19.8% in the SA4 region and 21.3% in the Rest of NSW. This educational profile positions the local community well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 22.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 37.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding credentials including advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (24.2%).
Participation in education is high, with 33.0% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This is composed of 12.4% in primary schools, 10.4% in secondary schools, and 3.7% enrolled in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bellingen reaches 251 stops on 38 routes, timetabled for about 410 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 public transport options reveals 251 active bus stops operating in Bellingen. These stops are serviced by 38 separate routes, which run a total of 406 weekly passenger trips. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 177 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute to other areas, with private cars being the main transport mode at 88%, followed by walking at 9%. Average car ownership is 1.5 vehicles per household. Additionally, 24.1% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.
Service frequency across all local routes averages 58 runs per day, which is equal to approximately 1 weekly run per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest stops to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.1% of residents in Bellingen report no long-term health condition. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 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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Bellingen has notable public health needs, based on analysis of death rates and the occurrence of long-term health issues, which affect both younger and older cohorts, combined with low levels of private health insurance, which is held by roughly 47% of the population (~2,946 people). This is below the Regional NSW average of 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most common medical diagnoses, affecting 9.6% and 8.6% of the population, respectively, while 69.1% of residents reported having no chronic health conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Health profiles for working-age residents are in line with average trends. Residents aged 65 and over make up 24.0% of the population (1,492 people). Health profiles for older residents are very positive, with national comparisons exceeding those of the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bellingen is largely Australian-born, at 83.2% of residents, with 5.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.2%) and Australian (26.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Bellingen has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens representing 87.6% of the population, 83.2% born in Australia, and 94.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the largest religious group, accounting for 28.4% of residents. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is found in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.5% of the population, compared to 0.1% in Regional NSW. The top parent countries of birth for residents are English (31.2%), Australian (26.8%), and Irish (10.4%). Some ethnic backgrounds show higher representation than regional averages, such as Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Scottish at 9.4% (compared to 8.0%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bellingen is 46, older than 81% of areas nationally. 17.1% 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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Bellingen has a median age of 46, which is higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 and the national average of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is well represented at 14.6% compared to Regional NSW, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 6.9%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 6.2% to 7.7% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 11.0% to 12.1%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 15.2% to 12.9%, and the 55 to 64 group fell from 15.9% to 14.7%.
Significant changes in age structure are projected by 2041. The 75 to 84 cohort is expected to grow by 34% (162 people), rising from 477 to 640. Conversely, the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 cohorts are projected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bellingen
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 3 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 Aug 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 109 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,168 at the 2021 Census → 6,217 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 (104021083). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.