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The median house price in Corowa Surrounds is $592k, with units at $428k. House values have moved 6.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Corowa Surrounds has an estimated 7,654 residents, up from 7,262 at the 2021 Census — a change of 392 people, or 5.4%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 145 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 85.5% of that increase. 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Corowa Surrounds stands at approximately 7,654 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 392 individuals (5.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 7,262 residents. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 7,654 alongside 145 validated new addresses added after the Census date. The resulting population density is 1.7 persons per square kilometer, indicating a low density with significant space per resident. The 5.4% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader SA3 area (4.8%) and the Rest of NSW, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population growth.
This growth was mainly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 85.5% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 localities omitted from this dataset, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Demographic growth trajectories by age cohort derived from these sources are extended to all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, population growth is projected to exceed the median for non-metropolitan regions in Australia, with the local population expected to increase by 1,399 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a overall rise of 18.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
213 new dwellings have been approved in Corowa Surrounds over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 30 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 31, well below 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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Corowa Surrounds registers approximately 42 residential development approvals annually, totaling 213 dwelling approvals during the previous 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 29 during the current FY-26. Over the prior 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the region added an average of 2.5 new residents for each completed dwelling, demonstrating strong demand that supports property values, with new residential projects averaging a construction cost of $359,000. Additionally, commercial approvals reached $8.9 million during the current financial year, pointing to a quiet period for commercial construction. Relative to the Rest of NSW, development volumes per capita in Corowa Surrounds are comparable, preserving a supply-demand equilibrium in line with the wider region, even though building volumes have softened of late.
Recent building approvals consist of 97.0% standalone houses and 3.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining the low-density profile of the community through a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers looking for space. With approximately 279 residents for every building approval, Corowa Surrounds is characterized as a low-density locality. Demographic projections indicate that the population of Corowa Surrounds will grow by 1,399 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures). Construction volumes are matching these growth forecasts, although purchasers might face increased market competition as the resident population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 115 current infrastructure and development projects close to Corowa Surrounds, worth an estimated $5.11 billion. 29 are already under construction and 35 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Developments in local infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning changes are major drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 20 projects that are expected to influence this locality. Prominent developments include the Corowa Solar Farm, the JBS Rivalea Corowa Grower Farm, the Corowa Battery, and the Corowa Regional Saleyards Redevelopment Project, with details of the most relevant projects provided in the following list.
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Corowa Battery Energy Storage System
A proposed 100 MW / 200 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on a 2-3 hectare site adjacent to the existing Essential Energy Corowa Substation on Wiradjuri country. Developed by Flow Power as a State Significant Development, the project will store surplus renewable energy from local solar generation and release it during peak demand, supporting grid stability via Frequency Control Ancillary Services (FCAS) and placing downward pressure on wholesale electricity prices. The project includes a Neighbour Benefit Program (up to $250,000) for residents within 1 km, an $800,000 Community Enhancement Fund, and approximately 70 construction jobs.The EIS underwent public exhibition with submissions closing in May 2026. Construction is expected to take 18 months once approved, with completion targeted for mid-2028.
JBS Rivalea Corowa Grower Farm
JBS Pork Australia (formerly Rivalea) is investing over $400 million to modernise pork farming operations across the Federation Council area in NSW. The Corowa Grower Farm (Redlands Road) is the existing site being upgraded, while new purpose-built breeding facilities are proposed at Rosewood Park near Mulwala, One Tree Lane near Lowesdale, and Huddans. The project separates growing and breeding operations onto individual sites to improve biosecurity, replaces ageing sheds and infrastructure in stages, and delivers state-of-the-art animal welfare, ventilation, and effluent management systems.Circular economy initiatives include nutrient recycling, expanded biogas capture (doubling CO2 abatement to ~120,000 tonnes per year), and upgraded wastewater treatment. The project supports 650 jobs in the Federation Council area and sources 95% of grain from 550+ local growers. It is being assessed as State Significant Development under the NSW Major Projects Planning Portal (SSD-93652960), with the EIS currently being prepared and community exhibition expected in early 2026. Construction is targeted to commence in 2027, with all sites fully operational by 2030.
Corowa Solar Farm
A 39 MW ground-mounted solar PV project over 92 hectares, expected to power 13,000 households and offset 59,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually. The project features a single axis tracking system and connects to the grid via Essential Energy's substation.
Corowa Regional Saleyards Redevelopment Project
The redevelopment includes a 23,662 square metre roof over livestock pens, a new office building, an expanded truck wash for biosecurity, and other operational improvements to protect stock and enhance welfare, positioning it as a premier sheep selling centre with training opportunities.
The Sebel Yarrawonga (Silverwoods Resort) - Stage 2 Expansion
Proposed Stage 2 expansion of The Sebel Yarrawonga, a 4.5-star luxury hotel and serviced apartment resort on the shores of Lake Mulwala within the Silverwoods Golf and Lifestyle Resort. The original Stage 1 (63 rooms and apartments) opened in November 2020 and has since won multiple awards including the World Luxury Hotel Awards and UDIA accolades. Stage 2 was originally flagged to add a further 54 rooms (taking the total to 117), along with associated resort and waterfront amenities.Stage 2 has not commenced and the timeline appears deferred, with current marketing material focusing on the existing 63-room operation. The wider Silverwoods masterplanned community is set across roughly 400 acres on the eastern edge of Yarrawonga and includes the Black Bull Championship Golf Course, Sol wellness centre, infinity pool, and food and beverage venues including Stock and Barrel and Elizabeth's restaurants.
Yarrawonga Aged Care Facility
Modern 80-bed residential aged care facility with specialized dementia care units, rehabilitation services, and community day care programs. Features sustainable design principles and gardens for therapeutic programs.
Yarrawonga Medical Centre Expansion
Significant expansion of existing medical centre to include additional consultation rooms, specialist services, diagnostic equipment, and enhanced patient facilities. Project will double the current capacity and introduce new health services to the region.
Yarrawonga Library, Events and Performance Precinct
Multi-stage development featuring new state-of-the-art library, community meeting spaces, gallery/foyer spaces, caf'/commercial kitchen, and refurbishment of historic Town Hall. Stage 1 includes library adjacent to existing Town Hall building with Browns Project Solutions as lead contractor.
3,783 residents of Corowa Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 3,930. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 61.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.2% 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 workforce in Corowa Surrounds is evenly distributed between white and blue collar occupations, featuring a notable concentration in industrial and manufacturing fields, alongside an unemployment rate of just 3.7%. As of March 2026, there are 3,783 employed residents, which represents an unemployment rate 0.4% lower than the 4.1% recorded across Regional NSW, while the labor force participation rate aligns closely with the Regional NSW figure of 60.6%. Census data indicates that a moderate 13.6% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. The region displays a pronounced concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, where the employment proportion is 3.4 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance has a smaller footprint, accounting for 12.6% of local jobs compared to 16.9% across the region. The comparison between the working population counted in the Census and the resident population suggests that local job opportunities within the immediate area are relatively limited. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 4.2% and total employment fell by 5.5%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in employment, a 0.4% decline in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future employment demand in Corowa Surrounds. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local industry mix to model potential employment trends. Although overall employment across Australia is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the growth trajectories vary widely by industry. Projecting these national trends onto the local industry structure suggests employment within Corowa Surrounds could rise by 5.2% over five years and 11.6% over ten years (this represents a direct weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Corowa Surrounds is $1,248 a week (about $65,000 a year), with median personal income at $662 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,173 a year against an average of $55,397. 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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Tax data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that income levels in the Corowa Surrounds SA2 are below the national average. Taxpayers in the Corowa Surrounds SA2 recorded a median income of $48,173 and an average income of $55,397, compared to regional averages of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average) across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 stand at approximately $53,144 for the median and $61,114 for the average. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and personal incomes in Corowa Surrounds all rank between the 17th and 21st percentiles nationally.
Looking at the income distribution, 30.3% of the community (2,319 residents) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket, matching the regional proportion of 29.9%. Although living expenses are relatively low, leaving residents with 88.2% of their income, total disposable income ranks at the 21st percentile nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Corowa Surrounds had 2,799 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 1% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 49% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $265 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Corowa Surrounds at the time of the last Census consisted of 92.2% separate houses and 7.7% other housing styles (such as townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings), compared to Regional NSW where separate houses made up 82.6% and other dwellings accounted for 17.4%. Home ownership levels in Corowa Surrounds were significantly higher than the Regional NSW average, standing at 48.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (33.0%) or rented (18.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 was lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent of $265 was below the regional figure of $330.
When compared nationally, mortgage payments in Corowa Surrounds are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also significantly below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Corowa Surrounds counted 2,799 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,950 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 37% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of local households at 69.3%, consisting of couples with children at 24.5%, couples without children at 36.6%, and single parent households at 7.8%. The remaining 30.7% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 28.1% and group houses at 2.6%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.0% of adults in Corowa Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 9.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 86% of areas nationally. A further 33.0% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 318 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 940 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 levels present some regional challenges, as the proportion of residents with university degrees (13.0%) is notably lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap highlights opportunities for targeted learning programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Technical and trade skills are common, with 42.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (33.0%). Enrolment rates in education are high, with 26.8% of local residents actively participating in study.
Of those studying, 11.0% are in primary school, 7.6% are in secondary school, and 1.8% are in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Corowa Surrounds reaches 297 stops on 40 routes, timetabled for about 380 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local transit network indicates there are 297 active public transport stops in Corowa Surrounds, consisting of bus and train options. These stops are connected to 40 different routes, which provide a total of 377 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 234 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the area, most workers commute out of the locality, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 92%, followed by walking at 6%.
The average number of vehicles per household is 1.6. In addition, 13.6% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Transit services average 53 trips per day across the network, which averages out to approximately 1 weekly trip for each individual stop. The associated map displays the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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60.0% of residents in Corowa Surrounds report no long-term health condition. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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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Corowa Surrounds displays notable public health needs based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the occurrence of chronic illnesses across multiple age demographics, alongside a low rate of private health insurance coverage which sits at roughly 47% of the population (~3,627 people). This is lower than the 51.9% coverage rate seen across Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most frequently reported medical diagnoses in the region, affecting 12.7% and 8.9% of the population respectively, while 60.0% of residents reported having no chronic health conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Chronic conditions are also prominent among the local working-age demographic. Residents aged 65 and over make up 31.0% of the local population (2,371 people), which exceeds the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health measures for these older residents present challenges, with national rankings for this cohort being more elevated than those of the local population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Corowa Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 92.4% of residents, with 2.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.9%) and Australian (32.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Corowa Surrounds is below the national average, with citizens making up 89.4% of the population, 92.4% of residents born in Australia, and 97.9% speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, chosen by 59.1% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding parental birthplaces, the most common ancestries represented in Corowa Surrounds are English at 33.9%, Australian at 32.0%, and Irish at 10.9%. Certain backgrounds show higher representation locally than across the wider region, with Scottish ancestry at 9.5% (compared to 8.0% regionally), German ancestry at 3.8% (compared to 3.1%), and Korean ancestry at 0.2% (compared to 0.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Corowa Surrounds is 50, older than 91% of areas nationally. 18.3% 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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With a median age of 50, Corowa Surrounds is older than Regional NSW, which has a median age of 43, and is also higher than the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is well represented at 16.9% of the population, whereas the 15 - 24 age bracket is smaller at 9.2%. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is higher than the national average of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 9.3% to 10.7%, while the 55 to 64 cohort has shrunk from 14.7% to 13.4%.
Demographic models estimate that the age distribution of Corowa Surrounds will shift by 2041, with the 75 to 84 cohort projected to increase by 279 people (34%) from 818 to 1,098, while the 15 to 24 cohort is projected to remain steady with an increase of just 2 people (0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Corowa Surrounds
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 145 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,262 at the 2021 Census → 7,654 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 (109031181). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.