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The median house price in Burwood (NSW) is $3.10m, with units at $900k. House values have moved 6.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Burwood (NSW) has an estimated 18,809 residents, up from 15,942 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,867 people, or 18.0%. Growth has averaged 3.4% a year over five years, faster than 89% of areas nationally. 577 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 92.8% of that increase. That puts 9,848 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Burwood is estimated at approximately 18,809 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,867 individuals (18.0%) from the 15,942 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated utilizing the ABS estimated resident population of 18,684 from June 2025 alongside 577 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With these figures, the population density stands at 9,847 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the highest 10% of all national areas evaluated by AreaSearch and highlighting the high demand for local land.
The 18.0% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (6.6%) and the state, positioning the suburb as a primary regional growth hub. The main driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 92.8% of the total demographic gains in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 locality. Where such data is unavailable, SA2 level projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied instead. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts suggest significant expansion that ranks in the top quarter of national statistical zones, with the population projected to rise by 8,218 individuals by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a cumulative increase of 43.0% over the 16 years.
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1,556 new dwellings have been approved in Burwood (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 311 a year. That places the area in the 95th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 17 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 292 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 2% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An average of approximately 311 residential approvals has been recorded annually in Burwood, yielding 1,556 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 12 residential approvals have been logged. With an average occupancy rate of 1.9 new residents per completed dwelling over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply have remained aligned to support balanced market conditions, though recent data points to an easing to 1 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years as supply availability improved. Developers are targeting upper-tier buyers with premium builds, evidenced by an average new home construction value of $478,000.
Additionally, commercial development shows moderate momentum with $12.9 million in commercial approvals registered during the current financial year. Construction volume per capita in Burwood exceeds the Greater Sydney average by 257.0%, expanding purchasing options for buyers. This activity level is also considerably higher than the national benchmark, indicating strong developer interest in the area. The mix of new housing consists of 2.0% standalone houses and 98.0% multi-unit options like townhouses or apartments. This preference for higher density provides more affordable points of entry and holds strong appeal for downsisers, property investors, and first-time buyers. The metric of approximately 67 people per approval highlights a developing area. Projections indicate that Burwood is on track to add 8,093 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. The current pace of building activity matches these future requirements well, fostering stable market conditions without generating intense price pressures.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Burwood (NSW), worth an estimated $27.6 billion. A further 123 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $100.4 billion. 29 are already under construction and 42 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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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Developments in public infrastructure, major construction works, and local planning schemes play a key role in regional progress. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 25 projects expected to influence the local area. Notable initiatives include the Burwood Culture House, Sydney Metro West - Burwood North Station, Burwood North Precinct, and Burwood Place, with details on the most significant projects listed below.
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Burwood Culture House
A new arts and cultural precinct transforming the former Burwood Library car park on the corner of Conder Street and Railway Parade into a city-shaping community hub. Designed by CHROFI with Tyrrell Studio, the facility will include a theatre, studio, two multipurpose halls, a community lounge and a cafe. The surrounding new urban park will feature a public plaza, sloping green lawn, garden terrace, interactive water play, public art and landscaping. A 50-space underground Council car park will replace the displaced surface parking and connect underground to the adjacent 600-space Burwood Place car park.The project forms part of the broader Holdmark Burwood Place mixed-use precinct and is supported by a partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. Demolition and the first stage of construction commenced on 29 September 2025.
Sydney Metro West - Burwood North Station
Underground metro station on the 24 km Sydney Metro West line. Features two entrances on Burwood Road, north and south of Parramatta Road. As of May 2026, the project has transitioned from tunneling to station construction and linewide fit-out. Gamuda is managing the design and construction of the station structure, while John Holland is delivering the trackwork and rail systems. The station anchors the Burwood North Metro Precinct rezoning, which was updated in March 2026 to unlock capacity for approximately 18,300 new homes.Expected to provide 20-minute travel times to the Sydney CBD upon completion in 2032.
Burwood North Precinct
A state-led urban renewal initiative centered on the future Burwood North Sydney Metro West station. The project covers a 113-hectare precinct within an 800-meter radius of the station. The revised draft proposal, exhibited in early 2026, increased the housing target to approximately 18,300 new homes (up from 15,000) to address the housing crisis. Key features include building heights ranging from 8 to 42 storeys, a 5-10% mandate for affordable housing in perpetuity, 3,900 new jobs, and significant infrastructure upgrades including new open spaces, improved local roads, and active transport links.
Strathfield Town Centre Masterplan
Council-led masterplan to guide renewal of the Strathfield Town Centre, including Strathfield Square and Strathfield Plaza precincts. Hassell leads the multi-disciplinary team preparing the draft masterplan. A Key Directions Report outlining ten key directions was publicly exhibited until July 2025 with submissions closed 18 July 2025. Focus areas include improved public spaces and pedestrian connections, a more vibrant retail and dining offer, integrated transport access, and a greener, more inclusive town centre. The final masterplan will inform any future amendments to the Strathfield Local Environment Plan and Development Control Plan.
Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program
The Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program (PRUAIP) is a 198 million dollar NSW Government initiative revitalizing the 20km Parramatta Road corridor across six local government areas. The program delivers 32 infrastructure projects including over 10,000 new trees, separated cycleways, wider footpaths, and new urban plazas. Major works include the extension of Auburn Park, streetscape improvements in Homebush, and active transport links from Concord to the Bay Run. As of mid-2026, while many streetscape and public art components are complete, key infrastructure stages including pedestrian fencing and signalized crossing upgrades remain under construction in sections like Homebush.
Victoria Place
A multi-dimensional precinct development in Burwood featuring three residential towers: a 40-storey tower (Building A) with 252 apartments, a 33-storey tower (Building C) with 53 units, and a 26-storey tower (Building B) with 75 affordable apartments and 9 serviced apartments. Total of 389 apartments plus nearly 10,000 sqm of commercial, retail, and serviced apartment space. Developed by P&N Sleiman Group, offering enhanced town centre amenity, employment opportunities, and direct access to public transport.
Inner West Council Capital Works Program
Inner West Council's ongoing annual capital works program delivering infrastructure renewal and community improvements across the LGA. The 2025-26 program totals $119.6 million in planned works covering parks, playgrounds, roads, footpaths, and community facilities. Active projects include inclusive playground upgrades, civic centre works, sporting amenity upgrades, and road renewals across suburbs including Ashfield, Croydon Park, Dulwich Hill and Leichhardt.
The Carlyle Enfield
A boutique 6-storey apartment development in Sydney's Inner West offering 32 modern one- and two-bedroom residences with high-quality finishes, open-plan layouts, premium materials, private balconies, communal rooftop garden, four ground-floor commercial spaces, and basement parking. Located between Burwood and Strathfield with easy access to Henley Park, Enfield Aquatic Centre, cafes, schools, and public transport.
10,230 residents of Burwood (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 10,566. Unemployment sits at 3.2%, with participation at 61.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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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A highly qualified labor force characterizes Burwood, featuring a prominent share of professional services workers and a low unemployment rate of 3.2%. By March 2026, 10,230 local residents were employed, and the unemployment rate sat 0.9% below the 4.1% average for Greater Sydney, although the participation rate of 61.5% was noticeably lower than the Greater Sydney level of 69.1%. Census records show a substantial 39.5% of the workforce worked from home, a figure that may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. Resident employment is primarily clustered within health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and accommodation & food services.
The representation in accommodation & food services is particularly strong, running at 2.1 times the regional norm. Conversely, construction workers are underrepresented, accounting for 5.8% of local employment compared to 8.6% across the wider region. A ratio of 0.6 workers for every resident at the time of the Census points to local job availability that exceeds typical benchmarks. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the twelve months ending March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 2.0% while total employment dipped by 1.5%, which lowered the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. This divergence from Greater Sydney is clear, as the metropolitan area experienced a 1.9% rise in employment, a 1.9% expansion of the labor force, and a minor reduction in unemployment. National occupational projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 provide a framework for estimating future local demand in Burwood. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with local industry profiles to project employment trajectories. While overall national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by industry. Mapping these sector-specific forecasts onto the local employment structure suggests Burwood's employment could rise by 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, noting this is a weighted extrapolation for comparison rather than a forecast incorporating local population changes.
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Median household income in Burwood (NSW) is $1,662 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $715 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,424 a year against an average of $60,663. 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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Income metrics for the Burwood SA2 are below national benchmarks, according to AreaSearch's compilation of ATO data for the financial year 2023. Taxpayers in the Burwood SA2 recorded a median income of $45,424 and an average income of $60,663, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, March 2026 estimates would stand at approximately $50,112 for the median and $66,923 for the average. Census data places Burwood's household, family, and individual incomes in a modest range between the 31st and 45th percentiles.
Looking at brackets, 31.7% of the population (5,962 residents) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional trend of 30.9% in this bracket. Affordability pressures are high, with only 74.8% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 35th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the 7th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Burwood (NSW) had 5,998 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 17% detached houses and 74% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 64% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,400 a month, a total housing cost higher than 94% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 30.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Burwood at the last Census consisted of 16.8% freestanding houses and 83.2% other housing types, such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in Burwood trail the Sydney metropolitan average, standing at 18.2%, while the remaining properties are either under mortgage (17.8%) or occupied by renters (64.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,400 was slightly below the Sydney metro median of $2,427, whereas the median weekly rent of $500 was higher than the metro median of $470.
On a national level, Burwood's mortgage costs are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Burwood (NSW) counted 5,998 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,077 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute the majority at 59.7% of the total, consisting of couples with children at 20.5%, couples without children at 27.5%, and single parent households at 8.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.3%, which is split between single person households at 24.6% and group households at 15.6%. The typical household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
47.7% of adults in Burwood (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 29.9% with a bachelor degree and 15.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 81% of areas nationally. A further 7.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,029 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,097 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 level of education in Burwood is considerably higher than average benchmarks, with 47.7% of residents aged 15 and older holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationwide and 32.2% across NSW. This educational profile leaves the suburb well-positioned for knowledge-based employment sectors. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees represent 29.9%, postgraduate degrees make up 15.9%, and graduate diplomas account for 1.9%. Vocational qualifications are held by 20.0% of the population aged 15 and older, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (7.5%). Participation in study is very high, with 36.4% of the population currently registered in an educational institution.
This includes 15.5% studying at the tertiary level, 4.5% in primary school, and 4.0% attending secondary school.
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Public transport in Burwood (NSW) reaches 66 stops on 48 routes, timetabled for about 12,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis identifies 66 active transit stops in Burwood, combining rail and bus networks. These stops service 48 distinct routes, which accommodate 12,680 passenger trips per week. Transit access is excellent, with residents living an average of 129 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most commuters travel out of the suburb, with trains being the most popular choice at 41% and buses at 12%. Household car ownership stands at 0.4 vehicles, lower than the metropolitan average. A high 39.5% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic conditions.
Service frequency averages 1,811 trips daily across all transport routes, which translates to about 192 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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85.6% of residents in Burwood (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 99% of areas nationally. 3.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 2.9 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 outcomes in Burwood are excellent, with AreaSearch evaluations showing low mortality rates and a minimal incidence of chronic illness across all age groups, alongside a private health insurance rate of roughly 49% of the population (~9,254 residents). This rate of coverage is lower than the Greater Sydney level of 59.9% and the national standard of 55.7%. The primary medical diagnoses in the locality are mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 3.9% and 3.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 85.6% of the population reported no chronic health issues, exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 74.6%.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 11.8% of the population (2,215 individuals), compared to 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Senior health outcomes are strong, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
75.2% of Burwood (NSW) residents were born overseas and 80.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 99% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (46.6%) and English (7.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Culturally diverse residents make up a large portion of Burwood, with 75.2% of the population born outside Australia and 80.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 24.8% of the community. However, Buddhism shows the most prominent relative concentration at 12.3% of the population, which is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Regarding family backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in Burwood are Chinese at 46.6% of the population, which is much higher than the regional average of 8.4%, Other at 18.0%, and English at 7.6%, which is lower than the regional average of 19.0%.
Other distinct demographic differences include the representation of Korean ancestry at 2.6% of Burwood (compared to 1.1% across the region), Vietnamese at 3.3% (compared to 1.8%), and Lebanese at 1.1% (compared to 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Burwood (NSW) is 30, younger than 95% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 51.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Burwood is 30 years, making it younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Burwood has a high proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (32.3%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (4.9%). The local concentration of young adults aged 25 - 34 is also much higher than the national level of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census adjustments show that a younger influx has lowered the median age by 1.2 years to 30. Notable shifts include the 25 to 34 age bracket increasing from 29.8% to 32.3% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort rising from 13.0% to 14.2%.
Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 group fell from 9.3% to 7.5%, and the 55 to 64 group decreased from 8.4% to 7.0%. Projections to 2041 point to shifts in the local makeup, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow by 32%, adding 1,959 residents to reach a total of 8,040, while the 35 to 44 cohort is projected to see a minor increase of 4% (98 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Burwood (NSW)
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
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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 13 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 — 577 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,942 at the 2021 Census → 18,809 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 (120031678). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.