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The median house price in Campsie - South is $2.29m, with units at $667k. House values have moved 9.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Campsie - South has an estimated 9,593 residents, up from 9,059 at the 2021 Census — a change of 534 people, or 5.9%. Overseas migration accounts for 90.1% of that increase. That puts 8,565 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 findings from AreaSearch, the population of Campsie - South stands at approximately 9,593 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 534 people (5.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the head count was 9,059 people. This shift is deduced from the ABS estimated resident population of 9,592 as of June 2025 and 57 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density ratio of 8,565 persons per square kilometer, placing the location in the top 10% of areas nationwide evaluated by AreaSearch, highlighting local land as a highly coveted resource.
The 5.9% growth rate of Campsie - South since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 area (5.2%), positioning the suburb as a regional growth leader. This population gain was driven mostly by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 90.1% of all population increases in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 regions, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch incorporates SA2 level projections from the NSW State Government, published in 2022 with 2021 as the baseline year. Growth dynamics across different age cohorts from these compilations are also projected forward for all districts from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, population growth slightly below the national median is anticipated, with the locality projected to add 723 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, representing a total increase of 7.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
36 new dwellings have been approved in Campsie - South over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 0.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 7, 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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An average of approximately 7 new dwelling approvals are recorded in Campsie - South annually, reaching a total of 36 homes during the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 7 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.9 new residents per year per finished dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, supply and demand seem closely aligned, supporting a balanced market, though this has accelerated to 18.7 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, indicating growing demand and a contraction of supply.
New residential projects carry an average construction value of $307,000, which aligns with regional averages. There are also $711,000 in commercial development approvals registered this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the suburb. Relative to Greater Sydney, Campsie - South displays minimal development activity, tracking 72.0% below the regional average per capita. This limited construction volume typically bolsters demand and supports valuations for existing properties. Activity is similarly subdued when compared to national benchmarks, showing a mature marketplace and pointing to potential developer constraints. The new building mix comprises 20.0% detached homes and 80.0% semi-detached options, townhouses or apartments. This preference for higher density provides affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, investors, and first home buyers. With roughly 1629 people per approval, Campsie - South presents as a mature, fully developed community. Subsequent forecasts indicate Campsie - South will add 722 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures. If the current pace of construction persists, new housing supply may fall short of population gains, which could intensify competition among buyers and foster stronger price appreciation.
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 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside Campsie - South, worth an estimated $23.6 billion. A further 94 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $52 billion. 27 are already under construction and 50 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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Local performance is heavily shaped by changes to nearby infrastructure, development projects, and planning changes. AreaSearch has tracked 24 major projects likely to influence the immediate area. Key developments include Sydney Metro City and Southwest, Campsie Station Metro Upgrade, Campsie Private Hospital, and the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment, with the primary projects of local relevance outlined below.
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Sydney Metro City and Southwest
A 30km metro rail extension connecting Chatswood to Bankstown via the Sydney CBD. The Chatswood to Sydenham section, featuring a new harbour crossing and seven CBD stations, opened on 19 August 2024. The final stage involves converting the 13.5km T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards between Sydenham and Bankstown, upgrading 11 stations with platform screen doors, lifts, and full accessibility. The T3 line closed in September 2024 to enable conversion works. Following delays caused by over 130 days of industrial action, the Sydenham to Bankstown section is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.End-to-end high-speed testing at up to 100km/h commenced in November 2025, and the first full-length test run from Tallawong to Bankstown was completed in January 2026. The Bankstown Station transit interchange and community precinct opened in March 2026. When complete, the M1 Line will span 66km with 31 stations, running every four minutes in peak.
Campsie Station Metro Upgrade
The Campsie Station upgrade is a critical part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project, transforming the T3 Bankstown Line. The project involves installing platform screen doors, level access between platforms and trains, and new lifts. As of early 2026, the project is in the final stages of construction with intensive dynamic train testing and station fit-outs. The upgrade ensures the station meets modern metro standards, providing high-frequency services every four minutes during peak periods and improved pedestrian connectivity to the surrounding precinct.
Campsie Private Hospital
A greenfield acute private hospital proposed on a 4,412 square metre site in Campsie Town Centre, with plans for around 22,478 square metres of gross floor area across 10 levels and 218 beds. The facility is intended to deliver inpatient and outpatient services including emergency, intensive care, maternity, day surgery, cardiac care, dialysis and oncology, alongside specialist consulting suites, a pharmacy, cafe and around 382 car parking spaces. It is positioned as the anchor of the emerging Campsie Health Precinct, complementing the adjacent Canterbury Public Hospital and addressing acute healthcare shortfalls in the Canterbury-Bankstown area.Planning controls (a 45.5 metre height limit and FSR of 5.1:1) have been adopted by Council via a site-specific amendment to the Local Environmental Plan and Development Control Plan. In late 2025 the developer Hailiang Property Group placed the project on the market via Colliers, inviting capital partners and hospital operators to participate in the development, ownership and operation of the hospital, with Expressions of Interest closing on 5 November 2025.
Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment
The NSW Government is investing 350 million dollars in the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment, the largest upgrade to the hospital in more than 26 years. The project will deliver a new multi-storey clinical building containing an expanded Emergency Department, a new Intensive Care Unit, additional surgical theatres, purpose-built adult inpatient accommodation, expanded antenatal facilities, a new Diagnostic Services Unit and additional ambulatory and outpatient capacity. Improvements to clinical education, workforce training and research spaces are also included, alongside campus accessibility, landscaping and wayfinding upgrades.As of May 2026, early works have been approved and are progressing, including expansion and refurbishment of the existing antenatal department to deliver enhanced maternity care ahead of the main works. The project is in the detailed design phase, with the main works planning application expected to be lodged in mid 2026. Johnstaff Projects is project manager and Studio STH is the lead architect.
Campsie Town Centre Master Plan
The Campsie Town Centre Master Plan is a strategic vision to transform the area into a premier health, education, and lifestyle hub by 2036. As of early 2026, the project has progressed into the formal Planning Proposal and Development Control Plan (DCP) exhibition phase following a Gateway determination in January 2025. The plan facilitates approximately 5,600 new dwellings in the centre and 7,500 new jobs, leveraging the Sydney Metro City and Southwest rail link. Key features include a new civic hub, enhanced public spaces along the Cooks River, and improved pedestrian connectivity centered around Beamish Street.
Belmore Sydney Metro Station Upgrade
The upgrade of the 130-year-old Belmore Station is part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project. It involves converting the existing T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards, featuring the installation of platform screen doors, mechanical gap fillers for level access, and heritage restoration of station buildings. As of May 2026, the project is in the final testing and commissioning phase, with intensive weekend closures scheduled through July to facilitate trial running and system integration before services commence in the second half of 2026.
49-51 Loch Street Apartments
Small residential development comprising 14 apartments across 2 buildings with 3 floors each. The project includes 16 car parking spaces and is currently in pre-construction planning phase with no active developer monitoring.
Canterbury Leisure and Aquatic Centre
The redevelopment of the 1960s Canterbury Aquatic Centre into a premier regional facility. The project features a new 50m outdoor heated pool, a 25m indoor heated pool, a warm water therapy pool with spa, a children's water play area, and a 24/7 gym. It also includes sauna facilities, allied health suites, a cafe, and accessible Changing Places facilities. Designed by Williams Ross Architects and constructed by Lipman, the project emphasizes accessibility and community integration within Tasker Park.
4,911 residents of Campsie - South are employed, from a labour force of 5,177. Unemployment sits at 5.1%, with participation at 59.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,635, about 90% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Campsie - South features an educated labour force spanning multiple industries, an unemployment rate of 5.1%, and estimated job growth of 2.8% over the past year. In March 2026, 4,911 local residents were employed, while the unemployment rate sat 1.0% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and workforce participation was noticeably lower at 59.9% compared to the Greater Sydney rate of 69.1%. Census responses indicate that a significant 28.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns. Resident employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food.
The local concentration in health care & social assistance is particularly pronounced, tracking at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 6.6% of local jobs compared to 11.5% across the region. This primarily residential suburb appears to offer few local jobs, as highlighted by comparing the number of working residents to the working population counted locally in the Census. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data shows that during the year leading to March 2026, local employment grew by 2.8% and the labor force expanded by 3.6%, driving the unemployment rate up by 0.7 percentage points. This diverged from Greater Sydney, which recorded a 1.9% rise in employment, a 1.9% increase in the labor force, and a marginal decline in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends in Campsie - South. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Although overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against the local employment distribution suggests Campsie - South's employment base could expand by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Campsie - South is $1,377 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $615 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,094 a year against an average of $53,653. 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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According to the latest ATO figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, income levels in the Campsie - South SA2 sit below the national average. The median income for taxpayers in the Campsie - South SA2 is $46,094, with an average income of $53,653, comparing to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $50,851 (median) and $59,190 (average) as of March 2026. Census findings show household, family, and personal incomes in Campsie - South are situated between the 13th and 26th percentiles nationally.
Regarding income cohorts, 32.6% of the population (3,127 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which aligns with the surrounding region where 30.9% fall into the same bracket. Affordability pressures are high, with residents retaining only 76.8% of their income, placing the area in the 18th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Campsie - South had 3,091 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 16% detached houses and 71% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 63% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 27.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.7%. 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 Campsie - South at the time of the latest Census consisted of 16.1% freestanding houses and 83.9% other dwellings like semi-detached homes, townhouses, and apartments, contrasting with the Sydney metro split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Campsie - South lagged behind the Sydney metro average, standing at 19.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (18.0%) or renting (62.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 was well below the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $380, compared to $470 across metropolitan Sydney.
On a national level, Campsie - South's mortgage costs are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Campsie - South counted 3,091 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,273 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 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 67.7%, consisting of couples with children (25.7%), couples without children (24.7%), and single parent households (13.6%). The remaining 32.3% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 23.2% and group households making up 9.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.2% of adults in Campsie - South hold a university qualification, including 22.1% with a bachelor degree and 9.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 10.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 905 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,034 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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University qualification levels in Campsie - South stand at 33.2%, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%, suggesting a relatively competitive educational profile. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Vocational education accounts for 23.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (10.8%). Educational engagement is high, with 33.8% of the local population enrolled in studies. This is comprised of 9.3% attending tertiary institutions, 7.1% in primary school, and 6.0% in secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Campsie - South reaches 42 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 5,500 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 0.6 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 systems in Campsie - South include 42 active bus stops. These stops support 32 distinct routes, delivering a combined total of 5,483 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 133 meters from their nearest transit stop. Being a residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary transport mode at 48%, followed by trains at 30% and buses at 13%. Average vehicle ownership is 0.6 per household, below the regional average. A significant 28.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-related adjustments.
Service frequency across all local routes averages 783 trips daily, which represents roughly 130 weekly services for each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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82.3% of residents in Campsie - South report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 97% of areas nationally. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 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 Campsie - South are strong according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, showing a low incidence of common health issues across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is low, held by approximately 47% of the population (~4,470 people). This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues identified among local residents are diabetes (5.1%) and arthritis (4.3%). Conversely, 82.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.0% of the population (1,533 people). Senior health outcomes are strong, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
73.3% of Campsie - South residents were born overseas and 81.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 99% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (31.7%) and English (6.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Campsie - South stands out as a highly multicultural area, with 73.3% of the resident population born overseas and 81.0% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 32.9% of people in Campsie - South. Buddhism shows a significant overrepresentation, accounting for 13.8% of the community, which is much higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Looking at parent countries of birth, the top ancestral lines represented in Campsie - South are Chinese at 31.7% of the population, which is significantly above the regional average of 8.4%, Other at 28.0% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 16.0%, and English at 6.3% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 19.0%.
Other ethnic groups showing notable differences include Korean, representing 2.5% of Campsie - South (compared to 1.1% regionally), Lebanese at 5.3% (compared to 2.6%), and Filipino at 4.4% (compared to 2.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Campsie - South is 36. 34.7% 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 Campsie - South is 36 years, closely matching the Greater Sydney average of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Campsie - South features a larger proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (22.0%) and fewer children aged 5 - 14 (6.2%). The 25 - 34 cohort size is significantly above the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 3.6% to 5.0% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 7.5% to 8.6%.
Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 7.8% to 6.2%, and the 0 to 4 group declined from 4.7% to 3.6%. Demographic projections suggest the age profile of Campsie - South will transform by 2041. The 75 to 84 cohort is projected to show the largest increase of 84%, adding 399 residents to total 877. Seniors aged 65 and over will drive 75% of overall population growth, highlighting local aging patterns, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age brackets are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Campsie - South
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 9 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) | 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 — 57 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,059 at the 2021 Census → 9,593 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 (119021660). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.