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The median house price in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is $1.24m, with units at $455k. House values have moved 5.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Blacktown (East) - Kings Park has an estimated 18,465 residents, up from 17,032 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,433 people, or 8.4%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 330 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 83.1% of that increase. That puts 2,314 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 calculations by AreaSearch, the population of Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is approximately 18,465 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,433 individuals (8.4%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 17,032 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 18,409 in June 2025 alongside 330 validated new addresses recorded after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 2,313 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The local 8.4% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (4.3%) and the state, positioning it as a local growth hotspot.
This upward population trajectory was primarily fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 83.1% of the overall gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for each SA2. Where these are unavailable, SA2 projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Growth trajectories for specific age ranges from these datasets are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic outlooks suggest substantial expansion placing this location in the highest national quartile, with estimates indicating a rise of 6,018 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 32.3% total increase over the 16 years.
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1,104 new dwellings have been approved in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park over the past five years, an average of 220 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 158 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 18% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 61, 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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Blacktown (East) - Kings Park averages approximately 220 building approvals for residential dwellings annually, totaling 1,104 approvals during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 56 registered during FY-26 so far. Because an average of just 0.7 people moved into the locality for each finished dwelling over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the volume of housing supply matches or exceeds local demand, increasing options for buyers and allowing for population growth beyond forecasted levels. Additionally, newly built properties carry an average value of $257,000, which is below typical regional benchmarks, offering more budget-friendly housing choices.
Meanwhile, commercial project approvals worth $171.4 million have been logged during this financial year, pointing to robust momentum in local commercial construction. Building activity per person in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is 114.0% higher than in Greater Sydney, which should provide purchasers with plenty of choices. This rate is significantly higher than the national average, showcasing strong developer confidence in the local market. New construction consists of 18.0% detached houses and 82.0% attached dwellings. Focusing on multi-unit developments provides more budget-friendly entry points and aligns with the needs of downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct shift from the existing housing stock (which currently stands at 55.0% houses), indicating a decline in available raw land and reflecting shifting lifestyle needs and affordability demands. The area registers approximately 260 people per dwelling approval, showing capacity for further expansion. Long-term forecasts indicate that Blacktown (East) - Kings Park will add 5,961 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction volumes appear to align well with incoming demand, supporting balanced market conditions and minimizing upward pressure on prices.
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Blacktown (East) - Kings Park, worth an estimated $4 billion. A further 96 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $42.6 billion. 27 are already under construction and 42 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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 infrastructure projects, major construction works, and planning updates have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 developments that are expected to influence the local area. Principal projects include the Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals Expansion Stage 2, the Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program - Blacktown LGA, Blacktown Quarter, and Dara Blacktown, with key details provided in the list below.
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Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals Expansion Stage 2
The Stage 2 expansion transforms Blacktown Hospital into a major metropolitan facility while upgrading Mount Druitt Hospital. This $1.1 billion project includes a new clinical services building at Blacktown with an expanded emergency department, operating theatres, and ICU. A fast-tracked $120 million 'Additional Beds' component is currently under construction to deliver 60 new acute inpatient beds (30 per campus) by late 2026 to address Western Sydney's growing healthcare demand.
Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program - Blacktown LGA
A NSW Government funded portfolio of 14 transformational community infrastructure projects across the Blacktown local government area, totalling around 239 million dollars. The program (formerly known as WestInvest) is administered by the NSW Premier's Department and delivered by Blacktown City Council, with The APP Group engaged as program manager. Headline projects include the 77.2 million dollar Blacktown Aquatic Centre upgrade (new indoor 50 metre pool, indoor 25 metre learn-to-swim pool, refurbished outdoor 50 metre pool, gymnasium and cafe), the 40.6 million dollar Mount Druitt Swimming Centre Renewal, the 39.9 million dollar Blacktown City Arts and Cultural Centre, the 35.8 million dollar Seven Hills Portal Community Resource Hub, the 26.8 million dollar Revitalisation of Mount Druitt Hub, the 25.4 million dollar PCYC Mount Druitt Police and Community Youth Centre, the 19.5 million dollar First Nations Cultural Hub, plus reserve embellishments at Tallawong, Rosenthal Park and Ashley Brown Reserve North, local traffic and green space programs, and the refurbishment of Richard Johnson Anglican School Hall.Several projects are in design development with construction tendering through a five-year contractor panel established in 2025; major works including the Blacktown Aquatic Centre are scheduled to start in early 2026 with completion of headline projects through 2027 and 2028.
Blacktown Quarter
A $2.5 billion urban transformation of Blacktown CBD by Walker Corporation in partnership with Blacktown City Council. The precinct includes over 100,000 square meters of office space, the 100-bed Blacktown Private Hospital, a medical research institute, and education facilities. Following a community kick-off in April 2026, the project is progressing with preliminary works to create a walkable city heart featuring a rejuvenated public square and extensive green open spaces.
Blacktown Aquatic Centre Masterplan
Comprehensive masterplan for Blacktown Aquatic Centre redevelopment. Includes new pools, upgraded facilities, and community recreation spaces. Designed to serve growing Western Sydney population with modern aquatic facilities.
Dara Blacktown
Contemporary five-level apartment development offering 67 affordable apartments including 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations with limited garden apartments featuring private courtyards. Located in the heart of Blacktown's transformation, just 100 metres from Blacktown Train Station and Westpoint Shopping Centre.
Warrick Lane Precinct Redevelopment
Completed $76.5 million redevelopment of the Warrick Lane precinct featuring a 482-space four-level underground car park, public plazas, two tree-lined parks, children's play equipment, street furniture, commercial buildings, and Indigenous artworks. The project has transformed Blacktown CBD into a modern metropolitan center with enhanced community amenities and cultural connections to the traditional Darug lands.
Kings Langley Scout Hall Rectification
Comprehensive structural repairs and rectification works by Blacktown City Council to address termite damage at the 1st Kings Langley Scout Hall facility. The scope encompasses framing remediation, timber pest treatments, internal refurbishment, and repainting to restore safe community operations.
Vardys Road & Evan Place Residential Development
Approved construction of two 5-storey residential flat buildings containing 178 apartments over two levels of basement car parking with 256 spaces. The project involves the realignment of an existing creek, landscaping works, and is situated on the border of Kings Langley and Kings Park.
10,615 residents of Blacktown (East) - Kings Park are employed, from a labour force of 11,151. Unemployment sits at 4.8%, with participation at 73.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 24,329, about 132% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 workforce of Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is well-educated and distributed across multiple sectors, with an unemployment rate of 4.8% and a 1.1% increase in estimated employment over the previous year. As of March 2026, there are 10,615 employed residents. The unemployment rate sits 0.7% above the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is solid, standing at 73.0% compared to Greater Sydney's 69.1%. Census records show that a high proportion of residents, 31.3%, worked from home, although this may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Locals are primarily employed in healthcare & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and retail trade.
The region exhibits a distinct concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with its workforce share measuring 2.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have a smaller footprint, representing 6.5% of employment compared to 11.5% across the wider region. Recording 1.2 workers for every resident at the Census, the locality serves as a employment hub, hosting a higher number of positions than working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring areas. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 1.1% and the labour force grew by 1.3%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9%, its labour force grow by 1.9%, and unemployment drop slightly. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context on potential employment trends for Blacktown (East) - Kings Park. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth rates vary by industry. Modeling these specific industry projections against the local employment distribution in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park suggests employment within the area could grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and does not account for local population changes).
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Median household income in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is $1,753 a week (about $91,000 a year), with median personal income at $796 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,793 a year against an average of $59,882. 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 postcode level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the Blacktown (East) - Kings Park SA2 are lower than national averages, with a median of $52,793 and an average of $59,882. This is lower than the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 would be roughly $58,241 for the median and $66,062 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all ranked in the moderate range, sitting between the 48th and 50th percentiles.
The primary income group comprises 37.5% of residents (6,924 people) earning within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the broader metropolitan area where this group accounts for 30.9%. Financial stress from housing costs is significant, leaving only 81.0% of income after housing expenses, placing the area in the 47th percentile, while its SEIFA income score falls in the 4th decile.
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Blacktown (East) - Kings Park had 5,889 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 36% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.3%. 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 Blacktown (East) - Kings Park consisted of 55.1% free-standing houses and 44.8% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, townhouses, and apartments), compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings in the Sydney metro area. The level of home ownership in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park was lower than the Sydney metro average, standing at 18.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (30.4%) or renting (50.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, coming in at $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $380 compared to Sydney metro's $470.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Blacktown (East) - Kings Park counted 5,889 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,384 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 70.9%, consisting of 35.3% couples with children, 22.6% couples without children, and 10.9% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 29.1%, which includes lone-person households at 23.9% and group households at 5.3% of the total. The average household size of 2.7 people matches the average for Greater Sydney.
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36.3% of adults in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park hold a university qualification, including 23.1% with a bachelor degree and 11.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.6% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,591 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,004 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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The local educational profile is distinct compared to the broader region, with tertiary qualification rates (36.3% of residents aged 15+) exceeding the national average of 30.4% and the NSW state average of 32.2%, showcasing a strong local focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 23.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (17.6%). Participation in study is high, with 32.5% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This includes 9.3% in primary schools, 7.2% in tertiary institutions, and 5.9% in secondary schools.
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Public transport in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park reaches 180 stops on 102 routes, timetabled for about 20,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 reveals that Blacktown (East) - Kings Park has 180 active transit stops, comprising both train stations and bus stops. These stops are served by 102 distinct routes, which combine to support 20,302 passenger trips each week. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 153 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because this is a largely residential area, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 71%, followed by trains at 16% and buses at 8%.
Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per household, which is below the regional average. A significant 31.3% of residents work from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of COVID-19 safety measures. Service frequency averages 2,900 journeys per day across the network, which equates to roughly 112 weekly trips at each individual transit stop. The map shows the locations of the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the suburb.
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77.0% of residents in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses, Blacktown (East) - Kings Park experiences notable health difficulties, with common conditions present in both younger and older age brackets, and the level of private health insurance is low at approximately 49% of the population (~9,029 people). This is below the Greater Sydney average of 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health challenges and arthritis are the most common medical issues in the area, affecting 5.8 and 5.6% of residents, respectively, while 77.0% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population is generally healthy with a low rate of chronic health issues. Residents aged 65 and over make up 12.7% of the local population (2,335 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Health outcomes for seniors show some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
54.9% of Blacktown (East) - Kings Park residents were born overseas and 57.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 94% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (14.7%) and Indian (13.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is among the most multicultural areas nationwide, with 57.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 54.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion in the area, practiced by 40.7% of residents. The most noticeable variation is in the Other category, which represents 13.1% of the population, well above the Greater Sydney average of 1.4%. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parental country of birth), the three largest groups in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park are Other, representing 26.9% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 16.0%, Australian, at 14.7%, and Indian, at 13.9%, which is significantly higher than the regional average of 3.6%.
There are also notable differences in other ethnic communities: Filipino background is overrepresented at 4.8% of the population (vs 2.0% regionally), Serbian background is at 0.8% (vs 0.5%), and Lebanese background is at 1.5% (vs 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is 34, younger than 84% of areas nationally. 33.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 34 years in Blacktown (East) - Kings Park is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and younger than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, the area has a higher share of people aged 25 - 34 (21.9%) but fewer people aged 55 - 64 (8.7%). The proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 45 to 54 age bracket has risen from 9.9% to 11.3% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort has decreased from 17.6% to 16.4%.
Long-term population forecasts for 2041 show notable demographic shifts, with the 45 to 54 group expected to see the largest growth at 61%, adding 1,269 people to reach 3,352.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Blacktown (East) - Kings Park
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 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 — 330 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (17,032 at the 2021 Census → 18,465 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 (116011303). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.