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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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The median house price in Cobar is $335k. House values have moved 7.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Cobar has an estimated 4,115 residents. The population has thinned by an average 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 93% of areas nationally. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Cobar stands at approximately 4,115 as of May 2026. This represents a reduction of 14 residents (0.3%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 4,129 individuals. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 4,115 for June 2025 alongside 17 validated new addresses identified after the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 0.10 persons per square kilometer, indicating a very low-density living environment. While Cobar recorded a 0.3% drop post-census, the broader SA3 region registered a 1.3% increase, showing contrasting demographic patterns.
Natural increase was the main contributor to population gains, accounting for roughly 65.9% of the growth in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. In cases where this data is unavailable, SA2 projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. The age cohort growth rates from these datasets are applied to the years 2032 through 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic trends, the total population is projected to contract, shrinking by 963 residents by 2041. Conversely, expansion is expected within particular age brackets, most notably the cohort aged 85 and over, which is projected to rise by 35 individuals. Refer to the segment on age groups for further particulars.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Development output in Cobar is highly restricted, averaging 3 approvals annually (totaling 16 dwellings over the five-year period). This minimal construction volume is characteristic of the rural setting, where home building is generally prompted by immediate local requirements rather than overall market demand. It is worth noting that due to the modest dataset, individual construction schemes can distort yearly progress rates and comparative metrics. Cobar exhibits far less building activity than the Rest of NSW, with construction rates also lagging well behind national standards. Additionally, all recent construction projects have focused on separate houses, preserving the rural character of the locality.
The ratio of 719 people for every single dwelling approval underscores the quiet and low-key nature of the local building sector. Given that the population is projected to remain steady or contract, Cobar is likely to experience less pressure on its housing stock, which could create favorable conditions for buyers.
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 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Cobar, worth an estimated $32.6 billion. A further 71 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $68.4 billion. 26 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and environmental & disaster management. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning decisions represent significant drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 11 projects expected to influence the local area. Key initiatives include the Grand Central Precinct Planning and Design Project, the Federation Mine, the Old Hospital Site Residential Estate, and the Great Cobar Museum Coach House and Underground Mine Experience, with details provided below on the most relevant schemes.
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Grand Central Precinct Planning and Design Project
Cobar Shire Council is undertaking the Grand Central Precinct Planning and Design Project to drive economic and social revitalisation in the Cobar town centre. The project delivers detailed planning and design works across five key sites, bringing each to construction and tender-ready status: the Grand Hotel Redevelopment (transforming the heritage building into a cultural-commercial hub with retail, hospitality, co-working and accommodation); Library Upgrade (enhancing youth, technology and community spaces); Town Hall Restoration (multi-purpose community, arts and events use); Brennan Centre Expansion (six new senior housing units and a community room); and streetscape enhancements.No construction works are included in this phase. Tenders for the Brennan Centre Seniors Living Upgrade and CBD Upgrade projects closed in late 2025, with a scoping study for the Grand Hotel underway and an RFQ for the Library Feasibility Study released.
Old Hospital Site Residential Estate
Proposed residential subdivision on the former hospital site on Lerida Road, purchased by Cobar Shire Council in July 2022 to provide new housing options. The development is intended to attract families, professionals, and medical staff to Cobar and complement the adjacent health precinct. The project is currently in the planning phase, aligning with the development of the Cobar Local Housing Strategy.
Great Cobar Museum Coach House and Underground Mine Experience
Construction of a new Coach House building to replace the existing one for the safe storage and display of large historical exhibits, and the creation of a new interactive underground mining experience to enhance the visitor experience and showcase Cobar's mining heritage. This is Phase 2 of the Great Cobar Museum upgrades.
Federation Mine
High-grade polymetallic underground mine in the Cobar Basin producing zinc, lead, gold, copper, and silver. The project officially transitioned to commercial production on 1 July 2025 and is operating ahead of plan. Ore haulage is directed to the Peak processing plant.
Cobar Wind Farm
Proposed wind farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) featuring up to 30 turbines (up to 280m in height) with a 216 MW installed capacity and a 50MW/100MWh BESS across approximately 7,800 hectares of agricultural grazing land. The project aims to power approximately 130,000 homes and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 498,000 tonnes per year, producing around 756 GWh annually. Currently in the Prepare EIS stage under State Significant Development assessment (SSD-68084467). A key challenge is insufficient existing transmission capacity to support a grid connection without significant upgrades, which WestWind Energy is actively working to resolve.
NSW Renewable Energy Zones (REZ) Program
NSW is delivering five Renewable Energy Zones (Central-West Orana, New England, South West, Hunter-Central Coast, and Illawarra) to coordinate wind and solar generation, storage, and high-voltage transmission. Led by EnergyCo NSW under the Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap, the program targets at least 12 GW of new renewable generation and 2 GW of long-duration storage by 2030. The Central-West Orana REZ transmission project commenced construction in June 2025 with ACEREZ (ACCIONA, COBRA, Endeavour Energy) as network operator; the first transmission tower was raised shortly after.The Hunter-Central Coast REZ transmission project commenced construction in February 2026 with John Holland as delivery partner. Port to REZ road upgrades along the Golden Highway and Port of Newcastle corridor are underway, with 19 locations being upgraded by BMD Constructions, scheduled for completion mid-2026. The New England REZ network operator procurement and EIS are progressing, with the EIS expected to be lodged in the second half of 2026.
Nyngan to Cobar Pump Stations and Pipeline
The project involves constructing two new state-of-the-art pump stations at Nyngan and Hermidale to replace critically ageing infrastructure and ensure reliable water supply for the Cobar region. Cobar is one of the only towns in NSW without its own water source, relying entirely on 130 km of pipeline from Nyngan. The existing pump stations are beyond end-of-life; the Nyngan station is non-operational with temporary floating intake pumps in use, and the Hermidale station is operating below design capacity.Contractor SRG Global Utilities (formerly Diona) commenced construction in late 2025 with completion expected by mid-2027. The upgraded facilities will incorporate remote monitoring technology and significantly improve operator safety. The original Stage 1 project (pump stations and pipeline replacement) has been split: the pipeline replacement (Stage 2) remains on hold pending Final Business Case review due to substantial cost escalations. The project is jointly funded by the Australian Government through the National Water Grid Fund ($26.25 million) and the NSW Government ($22.75 million).
NSW Heavy Vehicle Rest Stops Program (TfNSW)
Statewide Transport for NSW program to increase and upgrade heavy vehicle rest stopping across NSW. Works include minor upgrades under the $11.9m Heavy Vehicle Rest Stop Minor Works Program (e.g. new green reflector sites and amenity/signage improvements), early works on new and upgraded formal rest areas in regional NSW, and planning and site confirmation for a major new dedicated rest area in Western Sydney. The program aims to reduce fatigue, improve safety and productivity on key freight routes, and respond to industry feedback collected since 2022.
2,019 residents of Cobar are employed, from a labour force of 2,056. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 63.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 4.4% 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 is evenly distributed between manual and office-based roles, with strong representation in production and industrial fields, alongside a very low unemployment rate of 1.8%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,019, with the jobless rate tracking 2.3% lower than the 4.1% recorded in Regional NSW, while participation in the labour market is standard at 63.9% relative to 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a modest 10.4% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions. Local jobs are heavily centered around extraction industries, farming, forestry & fishing, and retail commerce.
The concentration of mining roles is particularly high, tracking at 12.7 times the regional baseline. Conversely, healthcare and social assistance supports only 6.3% of workers, compared to 16.9% across Regional NSW. Although local employment is available, a comparison between the Census working population and the resident population suggests a significant portion of residents travel outside the area for their jobs. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS figures indicates that in the twelve months leading to March 2026, the available workforce shrank by 2.3% and total employment fell by 1.5%, which led to a 0.8 percentage point drop in unemployment. During the same timeframe, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 0.9%, the labour force contract by 0.4%, and unemployment rise by 0.5 percentage points. Employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context regarding future labour demand in Cobar. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with local industry profiles to project future trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across different fields. Projecting these national trends onto the local workforce mix indicates that employment in Cobar could rise by 4.4% over five years and 10.6% over ten years, though this serves as a basic weighted calculation rather than a localized forecast factoring in demographic changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Cobar is $1,702 a week (about $89,000 a year), with median personal income at $880 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,281 a year against an average of $71,632. 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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Based on ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Cobar SA2 recorded a median income of $58,281 and an average income of $71,632. These figures exceed the national average and compare to $52,390 and $65,215 respectively for Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current values are estimated at roughly $64,296 for the median and $79,024 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual incomes place at the 64th percentile ($880 weekly), whereas household incomes are at the 47th percentile.
The largest income bracket contains 31.1% of residents (1,279 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, matching the wider metropolitan trend of 29.9% in this range. Residents retain 92.0% of their earnings after meeting housing expenses, indicating high discretionary spending capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Cobar had 1,438 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 5% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $190 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,098 a month. Rent absorbs 11.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 14.9%. 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 most recent Census, the local housing stock is composed of 90.9% separate houses and 9.1% alternative options (such as terraces, flats, or other housing types), compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% alternative options in Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in Cobar stood at 37.2%, trailing the regional NSW average, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (28.1%) or occupied by tenants (34.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,098, which is lower than the Regional NSW average, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $190, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330.
On a national level, Cobar's mortgage costs are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are far below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Cobar counted 1,438 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 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 64.2%, which is comprised of couples with children at 25.7%, couples without children at 26.7%, and single parent households at 10.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.8%, with single-person homes at 33.5% and group living situations at 2.3%. The median household size is 2.3 individuals, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.0% of adults in Cobar hold a university qualification, including 10.9% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 35.2% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 568 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 855 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The region presents low rates of tertiary attainment, with university graduation rates at 14.0% compared to the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. This gap highlights a significant area for potential educational development programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share of higher education at 10.9%, with postgraduate degrees at 1.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.2%. Practical and vocational qualifications are common, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.4%) and certificates (35.2%). Academic enrollment is high throughout the community, with 34.2% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This group is made up of 14.3% in primary schooling, 8.8% in secondary schooling, and 2.8% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Cobar reaches 135 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 280 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. 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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An evaluation of public transport options shows 135 active transit stops in Cobar, providing a combination of rail and bus connections. These stops are served by 16 different routes, delivering a total of 283 passenger trips each week. Access to transit is rated highly, with residents living an average of 233 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, and most workers commute outside the locality, with private vehicles being the primary choice at 89% and walking accounting for 9%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A minor share of 10.4% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Transit services average 40 trips daily across all active routes, which represents approximately 2 weekly connections for each individual stop. The corresponding map displays the 100 closest stops to the center of the locality.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.8% of residents in Cobar report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 80% of areas nationally. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics point to notable difficulties in Cobar, as shown by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the presence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older demographics, while private health insurance coverage is relatively high at roughly 55% of the population (~2,259 people). This is higher than the 51.9% average seen across Regional NSW. Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 8.9% and 8.1% of the population, respectively, while 67.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Working-age residents experience higher than average rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.0% of the population (780 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Cobar is largely Australian-born, at 91.3% of residents, with 5.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (35.3%) and English (27.2%). 11.3% 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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Cobar exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 80.9% of the population, 91.3% born locally in Australia, and 94.9% speaking only English in the home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 65.2% of the local population, which is higher than the 55.9% average in Regional NSW. Regarding parentage and ancestry, the three largest groups in Cobar are Australian at 35.3% of the population (higher than the regional average of 30.0%), English at 27.2%, and Australian Aboriginal at 11.3% (well above the regional average of 4.6%). Certain smaller ethnic groups show higher concentrations than the regional average, including Samoan at 0.4% (compared to 0.1% regionally), New Zealand at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%), and Sri Lankan at 0.2% (compared to 0.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Cobar is 37. 24.8% 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 Cobar is 37 years, which is below the Regional NSW average of 43 years and close to the national average of 38 years. The local demographic is characterized by a high proportion of children aged 0 - 4 years (7.9%), while the cohort aged 75 - 84 years is smaller (6.1%) than in Regional NSW. Since 2021, the 0 to 4 age group grew from 6.8% to 7.9% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group shrank from 13.7% to 11.6% and the 25 to 34 bracket fell from 14.6% to 13.3%.
Looking forward to 2041, projections suggest notable changes in the age profile. The population aged 85+ is expected to grow by 39 individuals (41%), rising from 96 to 136. The combined cohorts aged 65+ are projected to account for 100% of net population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the area, while the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age brackets are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cobar
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 6 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) | 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 — 17 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,129 at the 2021 Census → 4,115 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 (105011093). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.