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The median house price in Charlestown - Dudley is $1.12m, with units at $770k. House values have moved 5.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Charlestown - Dudley has an estimated 26,219 residents, up from 25,254 at the 2021 Census — a change of 965 people, or 3.8%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. 304 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,177 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Charlestown - Dudley stands at roughly 26,219 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 965 people (3.8%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 25,254 people. That figure is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population count of 26,087 along with 304 validated new addresses recorded following the Census. The resulting population density is 1,176 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with benchmarks across comparative regions examined by AreaSearch. Outperforming the broader SA3 area (3.3%), Charlestown - Dudley's 3.8% expansion since the 2021 census positions it as a regional growth frontrunner.
Inbound overseas migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 51.6% of recent net population additions. SA2 geographic projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (using 2022 as the base year) are incorporated into AreaSearch's modeling, while SA2 figures released by the NSW State Government in 2022 (using 2021 as the base year) supply coverage for any unlisted localities. Age-bracket growth rates derived from these datasets are projected forward for all districts across the 2032 to 2041 timeframe. Anticipated demographic trends point toward expansion trailing slightly under the median for regional Australian territories, with local headcount forecast to rise by 2,719 persons to 2041 relative to current annual ERP figures, marking an overall growth rate of 9.9% across the 16 years.
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575 new dwellings have been approved in Charlestown - Dudley over the past five years, an average of 115 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 115 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 37% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. 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 building approvals in Charlestown - Dudley have tracked at approximately 115 dwellings annually, totaling 575 homes sanctioned across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). With construction yielding an average of 1.5 new residents per year per dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local supply remains well aligned with residential demand to foster balanced market conditions, accompanied by an average expected construction cost of $432,000 per newly built residence. Concurrently, commercial building approvals reached $26.1 million this financial year, reflecting steady non-residential development.
Per capita building activity in Charlestown - Dudley exceeds the wider Rest of NSW benchmark (running 17.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period), preserving inventory choice for buyers and sustaining ongoing buyer interest, despite a moderation in building volumes during recent reporting cycles. Medium-to-high density formats account for 63.0% of new approvals (townhouses or apartments), whereas standalone homes comprise 37.0%. This emphasis on higher-density housing creates accessible price points suited to first-home buyers, downsizers, and property investors. It contrasts sharply with the established building stock (where houses make up 80.0%), underscoring a tighter supply of broadacre land alongside rising demand for diversified, cost-effective residential options. The current ratio of approximately 345 people per dwelling approval characterizes a mature urban market. Demographic projections indicate that Charlestown - Dudley will add 2,587 residents by 2041 according to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Maintaining existing construction rates should sufficiently accommodate this population influx, preserving favorable purchasing conditions and creating capacity for local growth to outperform prevailing projections.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 19 current infrastructure and development projects inside Charlestown - Dudley, worth an estimated $698 million. A further 71 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.6 billion. 22 are already under construction and 36 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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Major planning initiatives, strategic urban works, and capital developments play a fundamental role in shaping neighborhood growth. AreaSearch has pinpointed 35 specific projects positioned to influence the district. Prominent undertakings encompass the Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion, Uniting Charlestown, the 27 Dickinson Street Residential Development, and the 14 Frederick Street Residential Development, with core details on priority projects presented below.
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Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion
A significant $131 million redevelopment of Lake Macquarie Private Hospital by Ramsay Health Care. Approved in May 2025, the project features a nine-storey expansion (SSD-38025700) adding 114 inpatient beds, five new operating theatres, and an expanded emergency department. The development also includes a new main entrance on Casey Street, ten consulting suites, and enhanced radiology and oncology services. As of April 2026, the project is integrated into the broader Gateshead Medical Precinct Planning Proposal, which seeks to rezone surrounding land to support a regionally significant health hub.Construction is phased to maintain hospital operations, with final completion targeted for 2027.
Uniting Charlestown
A $300 million landmark seniors living and aged care development on the former TAFE campus at Tiral Street, Charlestown. Stage 1 delivers a 120-bed residential aged care home and 96 independent living units (ILUs). Stage 2 adds 107 ILUs and 133 residential apartments across four buildings ranging from 5 to 14 storeys. Amenities include a wellness centre, hairdresser, cafe, swimming pool, clubhouse, landscaped rooftop with BBQ area, walking paths, chapel and multi-faith space, and visiting rooms for GPs and allied health practitioners.The first seniors living development in NSW to receive State Significant Development Approval (SSDA) under the Housing State Environmental Planning Policy. Project management by TSA Riley, architecture by Plus Architecture.
Charlestown to Fernleigh Track Active Transport Link
Construction of a dedicated off-road shared active transport pathway connecting Charlestown CBD to the Fernleigh Track via the Flaggy Creek corridor. The project delivers continuous safe cycling and walking infrastructure, enhancing active connectivity for Charlestown, Whitebridge, and Garden Suburb.
14 Frederick Street Residential Development
Demolition of existing buildings and construction of a 7-storey building comprising 29 units. Apartment configurations include 1 one-bedroom apartment, 25 two-bedroom apartments and 3 three-bedroom apartments. Car parking for 31 vehicles proposed.
Vida - 2 Turrug Street Whitebridge
Contemporary residential development in Whitebridge offering modern living spaces with quality finishes and community facilities.
27 Dickinson Street Residential Development
DA approved development site for 27 apartments and one commercial space on a 1,214sqm corner block with 23 on-site car parks. The low-rise residential apartment complex is strategically positioned within walking distance of Charlestown Square and public transport links, targeting first home owners, affordable housing and investors.
Pacific Link Housing Charlestown Community Development
A 14-unit residential building providing a combination of social, affordable, and market-rate rental apartments to address housing affordability in the local government area.
44 Cadaga Road Dual Occupancy Development
LAHC dual-occupancy project delivering 2 x 4-bedroom dwellings with attached single garages, landscaping, fencing and an easement to drain water over Lot 498 DP224374. Determined under SEPP (Housing) 2021 as development without consent (Part 5).
13,716 residents of Charlestown - Dudley are employed, from a labour force of 14,305. Unemployment sits at 4.1%, with participation at 68.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Charlestown - Dudley is characterized by strong educational attainment, significant employment across essential community services, and an unemployment rate of 4.1%. Employed residents numbered 13,716 as of March 2026, matching the Regional NSW jobless rate of 4.1%, while local labor force participation reached 68.5%, substantially higher than the 60.6% observed across Regional NSW. Census figures indicated that 27.1% of workers carried out their duties from home, an outcome influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions. Key employment pillars for local residents comprise health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
Health care & social assistance exhibits exceptional local prominence, engaging workers at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.2% of the local workforce, trailing the Regional NSW share of 5.3%. A comparison between Census local worker tallies and the resident labor force suggests a substantial proportion of workers commute outside the area for employment. AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS and SALM metrics shows that over the 12-month period, the local labor pool contracted by 0.4% as total employment fell by 2.0%, elevating the unemployment rate by 1.5 percentage points. Throughout Regional NSW over the same timeframe, overall employment dropped by 0.9%, the labor force shrank by 0.4%, and unemployment climbed by 0.5 percentage points. Medium-to-long term labor demand patterns can also be evaluated using Jobs and Skills Australia national forecasts from Mar-26. Projected industry trajectories across five-year and ten-year horizons have been weighted against local occupational distributions. Across Australia, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance differing notably across sectors. Applying these industry growth rates to the Charlestown - Dudley employment base indicates potential workforce expansion of 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (note that this reflects an unadjusted sector-weighted projection for baseline comparison and excludes localized population models).
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Median household income in Charlestown - Dudley is $1,808 a week (about $94,000 a year), with median personal income at $867 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,168 a year against an average of $73,292. 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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Individual tax records from the ATO at postcode level for financial year 2023 show local earning levels in the Charlestown - Dudley SA2 tracking above national averages, recording a median income of $59,168 and an average income of $73,292. These figures outpace Regional NSW, where median income is $52,390 and average income sits at $65,215. Incorporating a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 brings updated estimates to roughly $65,274 (median) and $80,856 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual, family, and household earnings align around the 57th percentile nationwide.
In terms of earnings distribution, the largest cohort consists of 8,206 residents (31.3%) earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, paralleling the broader regional proportion of 29.9%. While housing commitments absorb 15.5% of total income, robust baseline earnings maintain disposable income at the 55th percentile, positioning the district within the 6th decile of the SEIFA income index.
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Charlestown - Dudley had 9,642 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 6% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 21.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential housing stock across Charlestown - Dudley at the most recent Census was composed of 80.2% houses and 19.8% other dwellings including apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Regional NSW recorded 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Outright property ownership in Charlestown - Dudley lagged the wider regional benchmark at 35.2%, with the balance occupied under a mortgage (38.4%) or rented (26.3%). Median monthly mortgage obligations of $2,000 were markedly above the Regional NSW figure of $1,733, and median weekly rent reached $390 compared to $330 regionally. On a nationwide scale, local mortgage payments surpass the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and typical rent levels exceed the national midpoint of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Charlestown - Dudley counted 9,642 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute 71.1% of the local dwelling landscape, encompassing couples with children at 31.5%, couples without children at 26.0%, and single parent families at 12.9%. Non-family domestic arrangements make up the remaining 28.9%, consisting of single-person households at 25.4% and group shared dwellings at 3.4%. The typical household size sits at 2.5 people, exceeding the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.0% of adults in Charlestown - Dudley hold a university qualification, including 19.8% with a bachelor degree and 5.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.0% hold a vocational qualification. 15 schools serve the area, with 5,258 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,014 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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Educational attainment in the district is elevated relative to broader regional benchmarks, as university degree holders represent 28.0% of residents aged 15+, exceeding both the Rest of NSW figure of 21.3% and the SA3 area rate of 23.5%. Bachelor degrees account for the largest proportion at 19.8%, supplemented by postgraduate qualifications (5.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Technical and trade accreditations are likewise widespread, with 37.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, divided into certificates (27.0%) and advanced diplomas (10.8%). Formal study participation is substantial throughout the community, with 28.7% of the population enrolled in an educational course.
Specifically, primary school students make up 10.2%, secondary school students comprise 7.0%, and 4.7% attend tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Charlestown - Dudley reaches 254 stops on 73 routes, timetabled for about 2,400 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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Local public transport infrastructure comprises 254 active transit stops across Charlestown - Dudley, served by bus networks. A total of 73 discrete routes run through these locations, generating 2,401 weekly transit trips. Physical access to services is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 154 meters to the nearest transit point. Private vehicles remain the primary transit choice for outward commuter journeys, accounting for 94% of work travel, with vehicle ownership averaging 1.4 per household. Additionally, 27.1% of workers reported working from home during the 2021 Census, reflecting pandemic-related operating environments.
Public transport services operate at a frequency of 343 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 9 weekly trips per individual stop. The spatial distribution of the 100 closest stops relative to the geographic center is illustrated in the accompanying map.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.0% of residents in Charlestown - Dudley report no long-term health condition. 5.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 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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Community health indicators in Charlestown - Dudley generally track standard national benchmarks across AreaSearch's review of mortality and long-term health conditions, exhibiting typical rates among the broader population alongside higher incidence among senior demographics. Private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by roughly 55% of the total population (~14,525 people), outperforming the Regional NSW rate of 51.9%. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most prevalent diagnosed ailments locally, recorded among 9.9 and 8.3% of residents respectively, while 66.0% reported no chronic medical diagnoses, outpacing the 63.3% rate across Regional NSW.
Chronic conditions are elevated among working-age residents. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 17.3% of the populace (4,528 people), tracking below the 23.3% proportion in Regional NSW. Health measures for senior cohorts present specific vulnerabilities, ranking lower across national comparisons than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Charlestown - Dudley is largely Australian-born, at 88.7% of residents, with 7.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (30.0%) and English (30.0%). 3.3% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Charlestown - Dudley displays a relatively uniform cultural composition, with 88.7% of the populace born domestically, 92.7% holding citizenship, and 92.9% speaking only English within the home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 48.3% of local residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation relative to broader patterns is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the local population, matching the 0.1% observed across Regional NSW. Examining parental heritage, the three primary reported ancestries in Charlestown - Dudley are Australian (30.0%), English (30.0%), and Scottish (9.0%). Other demographic segments show distinctive representation levels, with Welsh background accounting for 0.8% locally (compared to 0.5% regionally), Macedonian ancestry at 0.8% (compared to 0.4%), and Australian Aboriginal background comprising 3.3% (against 4.6% across the region).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Charlestown - Dudley is 38. 25.5% 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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Family-forming, working-age cohorts form the core demographic of Charlestown - Dudley. Updated estimates for August 2026 indicate that 29.4% of residents fall into the young to middle aged adult category (25 - 44), compared to 23.5% across Regional NSW, whereas retirees and seniors (65+) make up 17.3% locally versus 23.3% regionally. The estimated median age remains at 38, matching the 2021 Census baseline and sitting 5 years lower than the Regional NSW median of 43 from that Census. Middle-aged residents and young retirees (45 - 64) contracted from 23.6% at the Census to an estimated 21.9%.
Demographic modeling to 2041 anticipates the greatest absolute growth within the young to middle aged adult band, projected to expand by 1,710 residents (22%) to reach 9,424.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Charlestown - Dudley
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 19 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 304 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (25,254 at the 2021 Census → 26,219 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 Aug 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 (111011208). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.