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The median house price in Crows Nest - Waverton is $3.17m, with units at $1.27m. House values have moved 2.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Crows Nest - Waverton has an estimated 19,160 residents, up from 17,916 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,244 people, or 6.9%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. 149 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 75.9% of that increase. That puts 6,451 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Crows Nest - Waverton stands at approximately 19,160 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,244 individuals (6.9%) relative to the 17,916 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 19,092 combined with 149 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. The local population density reaches 6,451 persons per square kilometer, positioning it within the highest 10% of all Australian areas analyzed, illustrating that local land is a highly coveted resource.
The 6.9% rate of expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (5.9%) as well as the SA3 area, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population gains. The upward trend was primarily propelled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 75.9% of the overall population rise in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are implemented by AreaSearch for SA2 areas. For localities omitted from this dataset, SA2 projections released by the NSW State Government in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are extended to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographics, the community is projected to experience population expansion slightly below the national median, with an expected increase of 1,261 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total gain of 6.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
406 new dwellings have been approved in Crows Nest - Waverton over the past five years, an average of 81 a year. That places the area in the 65th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 71 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 1% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 18, 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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Crows Nest - Waverton records approximately 81 residential building approvals annually, accumulating to 406 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 17 approvals registered during FY-26. Given that an average of 1.1 individuals relocated to the area for every built home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the market displays an equilibrium between demand and new inventory, fostering stable conditions, with newly constructed residences averaging an expected build cost of $773,000, indicating that development projects are focused on higher-end buyers. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $385.7 million in the current financial year, pointing to significant business investment in the locality.
In comparison to Greater Sydney, Crows Nest - Waverton exhibits 109.0% more construction approvals per capita, offering purchasers a wider array of choices. The distribution of new residential approvals consists of 1.0% detached structures and 99.0% medium and high-density buildings. This concentration of higher-density properties provides lower-cost options and appeals to downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time home buyers. With roughly 832 individuals per dwelling approval, Crows Nest - Waverton represents a highly established market. Demographic projections indicate that Crows Nest - Waverton will add 1,193 residents through to 2041, measured from the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. In light of current building trends, the incoming supply of housing is well-positioned to satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population growth that exceeds current forecasts.
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Development applications around Crows Nest - Waverton
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects inside Crows Nest - Waverton, worth an estimated $18.2 billion. A further 129 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $66.2 billion. 36 are already under construction and 63 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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, planning choices, and development initiatives are major factors in regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 88 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Significant initiatives include Hume Place, Falcon & Alexander (Five Ways), the Western Harbour Tunnel and Warringah Freeway Upgrade, and The Collective, with details provided on those of key relevance.
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Western Harbour Tunnel and Warringah Freeway Upgrade
A major transport infrastructure project delivering a 6.5km dual three-lane tunnel under Sydney Harbour, connecting the Warringah Freeway at Cammeray to the Rozelle Interchange. The project creates a western bypass of the CBD to relieve congestion on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Tunnel. Stage 1 (southern tunnels, Rozelle to Birchgrove) was completed in February 2025 by the John Holland and CPB Contractors joint venture. Stage 2, being delivered by ACCIONA, involves 4.8km of tunnelling from Birchgrove to Cammeray including under Sydney Harbour using tunnel boring machines, with TBM launch expected mid-2026.The Warringah Freeway Upgrade is over 70 per cent complete with surface road upgrades, bridges and ramps. The full project is due to open to traffic in 2028 and will remain in public ownership under NSW Motorways.
Waverton Peninsula Strategic Masterplan (Berrys Bay)
Transformation of former industrial land into nearly two hectares of public parklands. Current works involve earthworks, seawall rectification, and ground remediation. The project features a reimagined Woodleys Shed as a glass-walled indoor community pavilion, a continuous foreshore path, a new public plaza, and facilities for non-powered watercraft like kayaks. Delivered by Transport for NSW and ACCIONA as part of the Western Harbour Tunnel project to reconnect the community to the harbour foreshore.
Falcon & Alexander (Five Ways)
A $640 million, 22-storey mixed-use development at the Five Ways intersection in Crows Nest, comprising 188 apartments (140 market and 48 affordable housing), a 100-room boutique hotel, ground-floor retail and commercial premises within a 3-storey podium, and seven basement levels. Designed by Turner Studio, the project is located a five-minute walk from Crows Nest Metro Station. Approved by the NSW Independent Planning Commission (SSD-66826207) in December 2024, with construction commenced in 2025.
Falcon & Alexander, Crows Nest by Deicorp
Deicorp's $640M landmark mixed-use development at the Five Ways junction in Crows Nest. The 22-storey building, designed by Turner Studio, delivers 188 apartments (48 affordable) above a 100-room boutique hotel, ground-floor retail and dining, a resident Skygarden, and seven basement levels of parking. Approved by the NSW IPC on 23 December 2024 and under construction, the project sits a five-minute walk from Crows Nest Metro Station.
Willoughby Square Stage 1 (507-509 Pacific Highway)
Major mixed-use residential tower forming the first stage of the Willoughby Square precinct. The project will deliver around 400 apartments together with retail, landscaped public domain improvements and new pedestrian connections adjacent to the St Leonards and Crows Nest renewal area. Following planning approval, the project has progressed into delivery and construction activities.
Canopy Crows Nest
Architectural benchmark development in Crows Nest offering ten architecturally stunning terraces designed for both families and downsizers. Located near the new Metro Station in transforming Crows Nest area.
Hume Place
Mixed-use over-station development directly above Crows Nest Metro Station. The precinct comprises four buildings across three sites delivering approximately 600 apartments in total. Stage 1 'Elevate' (130 apartments, 1-3 bedroom, designed by Woods Bagot) received detailed design approval from the Independent Planning Commission in April 2025 and is now selling, with construction expected to commence late 2025 and complete mid-2027. Stage 2 (Site A) involves two build-to-rent towers and an additional mixed-use tower, with a Detailed State Significant Development Application (SSD-75660711) lodged in late 2025 and under assessment as at mid-2025.The precinct includes ground-floor retail, wellness facilities, co-working spaces and a proposed 15 per cent affordable housing allocation for key and essential workers, managed by Evolve Housing. Developed by Third.i Group and Phoenix Property Investors in partnership with Transport for NSW / Sydney Metro.
Broughton Street Residential Development
Construction of a boutique building of 28 luxury apartments at 33-39 Broughton Street, Wollstonecraft. The project is being delivered by Holdmark and remains in the construction phase with completion targeted for 2026.
12,423 residents of Crows Nest - Waverton are employed, from a labour force of 12,894. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 76.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 17,616, about 92% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Crows Nest - Waverton is highly qualified, with notable representation in the technology industry, a jobless rate of just 3.7%, and an estimated 1.9% increase in local jobs over the prior year. In March 2026, there were 12,423 employed residents, while the unemployment rate remained 0.5% lower than the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, and the labor participation rate was exceptionally high at 76.7% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census records show that a significant 67.7% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are professional & technical, finance & insurance, along with health care & social assistance. The local population is especially concentrated in professional & technical fields, which employ residents at 2.0 times the regional average rate. By contrast, the construction sector is less represented, accounting for 4.2% of workers compared to the regional average of 8.6%. Although there are local employment options, a comparison of the Census working population against local job numbers suggests that many residents commute to other districts for work. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the year ending March 2026, the number of employed residents grew by 1.9% and the labor force expanded by 1.4%, which led to a 0.5 percentage point decrease in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor decline. National employment forecasts from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context regarding future workforce demands in Crows Nest - Waverton. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the employment profile of Crows Nest - Waverton indicates that local employment would grow by 7.8% over five years and 15.3% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes that excludes localized population growth forecasts.
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Median household income in Crows Nest - Waverton is $2,615 a week (about $136,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,593 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $84,399 a year against an average of $123,571. The average runs 46% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO data from AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the Crows Nest - Waverton SA2 are exceptionally high compared to national levels, with a median of $84,399 and an average of $123,571. These figures contrast with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Applying a 10.32% Wage Price Index increase since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of $93,109 for the median and $136,324 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes are all elevated in Crows Nest - Waverton, placing between the 92nd and 98th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows that the weekly bracket of $4000+ includes 32.4% of the population (6,207 individuals), differing from the broader region where 30.9% of people fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. A substantial 45.7% of earners receive more than $3,000 weekly, highlighting prosperous cohorts that stimulate the local economy. High housing costs account for 17.3% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income at the 91st percentile, with the area's SEIFA ranking falling in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Crows Nest - Waverton had 8,380 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 10% detached houses and 70% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $575 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,950 a month, a total housing cost higher than 96% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.0%. 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 distribution of residential structures in Crows Nest - Waverton at the time of the latest Census consisted of 9.8% houses and 90.2% other types of dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Crows Nest - Waverton were lower than the Sydney metropolitan average at 25.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (23.0%) or renting (51.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,950 was higher than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $575 compared to $470 for metropolitan Sydney.
Nationally, Crows Nest - Waverton's mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Crows Nest - Waverton counted 8,380 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,962 today, averaging 2.0 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units account for 58.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 20.6%, couples without children at 30.8%, and single-parent households at 6.3%. Non-family households make up the remaining 41.2%, with single-person households representing 35.3% and group households making up 5.8% of the total. The median household size is 2.0 individuals, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
66.2% of adults in Crows Nest - Waverton hold a university qualification, including 41.3% with a bachelor degree and 20.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 7.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,704 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,172 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 level of education in Crows Nest - Waverton is notably higher than national and state averages, with 66.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational profile positions the community to take advantage of knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 41.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 20.0% and graduate diplomas at 4.9%. Vocational qualifications are held by 17.6% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 7.9%. A significant 23.1% of the local population is enrolled in formal study.
This student cohort includes 7.2% in higher education, 6.2% in primary school, and 3.9% in secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Crows Nest - Waverton reaches 83 stops on 101 routes, timetabled for about 18,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport networks include 83 active passenger stops within Crows Nest - Waverton, offering a combination of train, light rail, and bus services. These locations are serviced by 101 distinct routes, which combine to support 18,863 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 123 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents commute out of the area; private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 51%, while 18% walk and 16% travel by train. Car ownership is lower than the regional average, at 0.5 vehicles per household.
A high proportion of residents, 67.7%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions. The average service frequency across all transport routes is 2,694 daily trips, which translates to approximately 227 weekly trips for each passenger stop.
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75.1% of residents in Crows Nest - Waverton report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 97% of areas nationally. 2.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 78.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.0 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 indicate strong outcomes throughout Crows Nest - Waverton, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic illnesses, showing low rates of common health conditions across age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 79% of the population (15,098 people) covered, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues represent the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 7.4 and 7.2% of residents, respectively, while 75.1% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Working-age residents show high rates of wellness with low occurrences of chronic disease. Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.4% of the population (3,146 people), and health outcomes for this senior cohort are positive, with national comparisons aligning with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
41.1% of Crows Nest - Waverton residents were born overseas and 25.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 78% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.7%) and Australian (17.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Crows Nest - Waverton ranks highly in cultural diversity metrics, with 25.7% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 41.1% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 40.1% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 1.1% of residents in comparison to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' place of birth, the three most common groups in Crows Nest - Waverton are English at 23.7%, Australian at 17.4%, and Other at 12.3%. There are also distinct concentrations of specific ethnic ancestries, with French represented at 1.1% (compared to 0.5% in the region), Russian at 0.8% (compared to 0.4%), and South Australian at 0.9% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Crows Nest - Waverton is 38. 31.5% 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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The median age of 38 years in Crows Nest - Waverton is similar to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the area has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (23.1%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (6.8%). This concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 4.7% to 6.2%, while the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 7.7% to 6.8%.
By 2041, demographic shifts are expected to alter the age structure, led by a 39% increase in the 75 to 84 group, which is projected to grow from 1,193 to 1,657 (an increase of 463 people). Residents aged 65+ are expected to make up 72% of the total projected growth, while declines are anticipated in the 25 to 34 and 5 to 14 age brackets.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Crows Nest - Waverton
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) | Aug 2026 this 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 this 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 this month headline measures · Jun 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 23 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 149 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (17,916 at the 2021 Census → 19,160 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 (121041414). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.