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The median house price in Carlingford - West is $2.20m, with units at $765k. House values have moved 4.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Carlingford - West has an estimated 20,949 residents, up from 19,251 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,698 people, or 8.8%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 355 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 82.7% of that increase. That puts 3,480 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 conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Carlingford - West is approximately 20,949 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,698 residents (8.8%) from the 19,251 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This growth is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 20,946 from June 2025 and 355 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With a density of 3,479 persons per square kilometer, the area ranks in the top quartile of Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The 8.8% growth rate of Carlingford - West since the 2021 census outpaced the NSW state average of 7.1% as well as the surrounding SA3 region, positioning it as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 82.7% of all population gains in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2. In instances where SA2 data is unavailable from this source, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on recent annual ERP statistics, future demographic shifts point to population growth exceeding the national median, with the locality projected to add 2,956 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 14.1% over the 16 years.
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1,183 new dwellings have been approved in Carlingford - West over the past five years, an average of 236 a year. That places the area in the 86th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 180 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 9% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 462, running ahead of 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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Residential development approvals in Carlingford - West average approximately 236 dwellings annually, totaling 1,183 residential approvals over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 424 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. An average influx of 1.3 people per year for every new dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25 indicates a well-balanced alignment of supply and demand that fosters stable market conditions. The average construction value of these new builds is $511,000, indicating a focus by developers on higher-end, premium housing options. Furthermore, commercial approvals stand at $475,000 for the current financial year, reinforcing the highly residential emphasis of local construction.
Development volume in Carlingford - West is slightly elevated compared to Greater Sydney, tracking 17.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period, which maintains consumer choice while underpinning local asset values. This rate of construction is significantly higher than the national average, indicating robust developer trust in the area. Newly approved projects consist of 9.0% detached houses and 91.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This concentration of high-density housing provides more accessible price points for buyers and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time homeowners. This highlights a significant departure from the current housing stock, which is 58.0% houses, signaling a reduction in available greenfield land and reflecting evolving lifestyles that demand more varied and affordable housing formats. With a ratio of approximately 159 people for each approved dwelling, Carlingford - West exhibits key markers of a developing region. Based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projections, Carlingford - West is forecast to add 2,953 residents by 2041. Given the current trajectory of residential construction, the incoming supply of housing is expected to easily accommodate this demand, sustaining favorable purchasing conditions and potentially enabling population gains to outpace current forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects inside Carlingford - West, worth an estimated $1.94 billion. A further 120 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $48.6 billion. 34 are already under construction and 56 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 performance is heavily shaped by changes to infrastructure, development projects, and zoning plans. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects expected to impact the suburb. Notable projects include the Carlingford West Public School and Cumberland High School Upgrade, The Carling by Meriton, Pennant Hills Road and North Rocks Road Upgrade, and the Thallon Street Towers (9-11 & 11-17 Shirley Street), with details on the most significant works provided below.
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Carlingford West Public School and Cumberland High School Upgrade
A major 230 million dollar redevelopment delivering 56 new permanent classrooms at Carlingford West Public School and 77 new or upgraded classrooms at Cumberland High School. The project replaces over 130 demountables with modern facilities including new libraries, multipurpose halls, canteens, and specialist workshops. As of April 2026, many new buildings are complete and occupied, with remaining landscaping and internal refurbishments on track for total project finalization in mid-2026.
The Carling by Meriton
A major mixed-use precinct featuring seven luxury residential towers reaching up to 29 storeys, providing 629 apartments. The development includes a retail plaza with a national supermarket, cafes, and restaurants, as well as an onsite childcare centre. A significant feature is the $20 million, three-storey Carlingford Community Centre and Library (3,000 sqm) delivered in partnership with the City of Parramatta. Residents have access to a 4,700 sqm Central Park and resort-style facilities including a pool, spa, sauna, gym, and rooftop BBQ areas.
Regis Carlingford Aged Care Facility
Construction of a three-storey, 110-bed residential aged care facility on a 7,065 square metre site at 43-47 Murray Farm Road and 13-19 Watton Road, Carlingford. Developed by Regis Healthcare Limited as part of its NSW greenfield expansion program, the facility will deliver modern aged care services to the north-western Sydney community. The original DA was modified via Section 4.56 to remove a tanked basement requirement. Construction commenced in 2025 with completion anticipated in 2027.
Pennant Hills Road and North Rocks Road Upgrade
Major intersection upgrade by Transport for NSW to ease congestion, reduce travel times, and improve road safety. Funded as part of the $450 million Urban Roads Congestion Program, the project involves widening Pennant Hills Road between Woodstock Avenue and Murray Farm Road to provide an additional through lane in each direction, upgrading pedestrian crossings, and installing new turning lanes on North Rocks Road. Ward Civil and Environmental Engineering is executing the works.
Blossom Carlingford
Collection of 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments with north-facing orientation overlooking park setting. Designed by DKO architects. Features on-site childcare centre, gym, and 1,500sqm private park. Includes Latent Defects Insurance protection.
Carlingford Parklands Upgrade
City of Parramatta Council is delivering a staged upgrade of four reserves in Carlingford to create an integrated community parklands network. The endorsed landscape design includes new playgrounds, multi-use sports courts, fitness stations, picnic and BBQ facilities, a learn-to-ride track, walking paths, off-leash dog area, lighting, seating, landscaping and significant tree planting. Following community consultation and Council adoption of the master plan, the project is currently in detailed design, with Stage 1 construction expected to commence in mid-2027 subject to funding and approvals.
Thallon Street Towers (9-11 & 11-17 Shirley Street)
Two 12-storey towers delivering 178 apartments combined, with ground-floor retail, food and beverage precincts, childcare centre and communal recreational facilities.
Carlingford Precinct Public Domain Plan & Parklands Development
A comprehensive plan adopted in September 2025 to guide the design and improvement of public spaces in the Carlingford Precinct. The Carlingford Parklands Landscape Design Plan covers four reserves with new play spaces, multi-use courts, fitness stations, an off-leash dog park, improved lighting, and seating. Stage one works will begin with upgrades to Thallon Street East and West Reserves.
11,660 residents of Carlingford - West are employed, from a labour force of 11,918. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 71.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,156, about 77% 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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The local workforce in Carlingford - West is highly qualified, with notable representation in the technology industry, a low unemployment rate of 2.2%, and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 3.6%. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 11,660, with the unemployment rate tracking 2.0% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is standard, recorded at 71.1% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 50.3% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.
In contrast, the accommodation & food sector is underrepresented locally at 4.4% compared to the regional benchmark of 5.8%. Comparing the number of working residents to the local job count suggests that this predominantly residential suburb offers few employment opportunities within its own boundaries. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the 12 months ending March 2026, local employment grew by 3.6% while the labor force expanded by 3.3%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point reduction in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a marginal decrease in unemployment. Long-term outlooks can be informed by Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future labor demand. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Applying these national sector trends to the local employment structure suggests that employment for Carlingford - West residents could grow by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Carlingford - West is $2,101 a week (about $109,000 a year), with median personal income at $802 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,287 a year against an average of $69,022. 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 latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the Carlingford - West SA2 are slightly higher than national benchmarks, reporting a median income of $52,287 and an average income of $69,022. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $57,683 (median) and $76,145 (average). The 2021 Census placed local household incomes in the 72nd percentile ($2,101 weekly), while individual incomes ranked in the 49th percentile.
Around 34.9% of the population (7,311 individuals) fall into the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the wider region where this segment comprises 30.9%. High earners making over $3,000 weekly account for 30.2% of the population, indicating pockets of high wealth that support local businesses. Residents allocate 17.6% of their income to housing costs, and robust local earnings place disposable income in the 69th percentile, with the area's SEIFA income score sitting in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Carlingford - West had 6,217 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 58% detached houses and 31% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $490 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 87% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 23.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.5%. 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 Carlingford - West consisted of 58.2% standalone houses and 41.7% alternative housing options like townhouses and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across the broader Sydney metropolitan area. Home ownership rates in the suburb exceeded metropolitan averages at 30.6%, with mortgaged properties making up 34.2% and rental properties accounting for 35.3% of the total. The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,500, which is higher than the Sydney metro median of $2,427. Similarly, median weekly rents were higher than the metropolitan benchmark, recording $490 compared to $470.
On a national level, housing costs in Carlingford - West are significantly higher than the Australian averages of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for weekly rent.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Carlingford - West counted 6,217 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,765 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 94% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the vast majority of local households at 84.1%, consisting of couples with children at 49.2%, couples without children at 22.6%, and single parent families at 10.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.9%, with lone person households comprising 13.2% and shared group houses representing 2.7% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 individuals is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.0% of adults in Carlingford - West hold a university qualification, including 30.5% with a bachelor degree and 15.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 10.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 4,598 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,141 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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Residents of Carlingford - West achieve educational levels well above average benchmarks, with 49.0% of the population aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 32.2% in NSW and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Within the university-educated cohort, bachelor degrees are held by 30.5%, postgraduate degrees by 15.8%, and graduate diplomas by 2.7%. Vocational qualifications are held by 21.8% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (10.9%). Formal education enrolment is particularly high in the suburb, with 32.4% of the population currently studying.
This student population includes 12.3% attending primary schools, 7.0% in secondary education, and 6.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Carlingford - West reaches 126 stops on 65 routes, timetabled for about 4,000 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 1.4 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 126 active bus and light rail stops within Carlingford - West. These stops connect to 65 individual transport routes, providing 3,970 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is excellent, with residents living an average of 145 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area; private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 82%, with 8% commuting by train and 7% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 cars per household, which is above the regional average.
A significant 50.3% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic conditions. Service density averages 567 daily trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 31 weekly services per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest transport stops to the suburb's center.
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79.8% of residents in Carlingford - West report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 99% of areas nationally. 4.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 2.6 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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Health profiles across Carlingford - West show very positive results based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and chronic disease data, which indicates a low rate of common health issues across all demographics. Private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the national SA2 average, with approximately 53% of the population (~11,165 people) holding cover, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Asthma and arthritis represent the most prevalent chronic conditions in the suburb, affecting 4.8% and 4.5% of the population respectively, while 79.8% of residents reported having no chronic health issues, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and older represent 16.9% of the community (3,540 people), exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Older residents demonstrate positive health outcomes, with national health benchmarks matching those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
56.7% of Carlingford - West residents were born overseas and 66.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 96% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (35.8%) and English (10.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Carlingford - West ranks as one of the most culturally diverse locations in the nation, with 56.7% of residents born outside Australia and 66.1% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 38.9% of the population. A notable religious divergence is seen in Buddhism, which is practiced by 6.0% of local residents, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Based on parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Carlingford - West are Chinese at 35.8% (substantially higher than the regional average of 8.4%), Other at 15.0%, and English at 10.9% (notably lower than the regional average of 19.0%).
Other notable ethnic representation includes Korean at 5.4% (compared to 1.1% regionally), Indian at 5.4% (compared to 3.6% regionally), and Lebanese at 1.3% (compared to 2.6% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Carlingford - West is 38. 22.6% 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 38 in Carlingford - West matches the national average of 38 and is close to the Greater Sydney median of 37. The suburb has a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (15.2%) and a lower share of young adults aged 25 - 34 (11.3%) than the wider Sydney region. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85+ increased from 1.3% to 2.1%, while the cohort aged 0 to 4 decreased from 5.9% to 4.7%. Significant changes are expected by 2041, led by a 26% increase in the 55 to 64 age bracket, which is projected to grow from 2,197 to 2,777 (an increase of 579 people), while the population of both the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups is projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Carlingford - West
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 15 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | 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 — 355 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,251 at the 2021 Census → 20,949 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 (125021712). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.