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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 Dapto - Avondale is $916k, with units at $815k. House values have moved 4.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Dapto - Avondale has an estimated 25,210 residents, up from 24,195 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,015 people, or 4.2%. 312 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 445 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident population of Dapto - Avondale stands at approximately 25,210 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,015 people (4.2%) relative to the 24,195 people recorded in the 2021 Census. The updated total is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 24,843 as of June 2025 alongside 312 validated new addresses identified following the Census. With a density of 445 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous space per inhabitant and scope for subsequent expansion. Dapto - Avondale's 4.2% expansion rate trails Rest of NSW (5.1%) by just 0.9 percentage points, highlighting sound growth momentum.
The primary catalyst for local demographic expansion was overseas migration, generating roughly 48.6% of recent population additions, though natural growth and interstate migration also made positive contributions. Projections generated by ABS/Geoscience Australia (issued in 2024 using 2022 as baseline) are used by AreaSearch across SA2 locations, supplemented by NSW State Government SA2 projections (released in 2022 based on 2021) wherever coverage gaps exist. In addition, cohort growth rates by age group from these models are incorporated for 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the district is forecast to outpace median expansion rates seen across national non-metropolitan regions, adding 3,161 persons by 2041 according to current annual ERP figures—an overall rise of 11.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
412 new dwellings have been approved in Dapto - Avondale over the past five years, an average of 82 a year. That is 3.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 82 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 35% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Dwelling approvals in Dapto - Avondale have averaged roughly 82 new homes per year, yielding 412 homes approved across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Over this same span of the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), an average influx of 1.2 new residents per year per approved dwelling points to a well-matched balance of supply and demand, sustaining market stability. Construction costs for new residences average $322,000, coming in below broader regional levels to deliver relatively accessible price points. Concurrently, commercial approvals totaling $34.9 million have been recorded this financial year, underscoring solid non-residential construction activity.
Per capita building approvals in Dapto - Avondale reach roughly 60% of the level observed across Rest of NSW, ranking the locality in the 26th percentile across the country and restricting choices for incoming purchasers, which in turn reinforces demand for existing dwellings. Construction volumes also sit below national benchmarks, mirroring the established suburban fabric and potential regulatory thresholds. Recent residential approvals comprise 35.0% detached dwellings and 65.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on medium-to-higher density formats enhances affordability for first-time purchasers, downsizers, and property investors. It also marks a marked departure from the prevailing housing stock (85.0% houses), answering changing lifestyle needs and entry-level price pressures amid fewer greenfield parcels. A high ratio of 551 people per approved dwelling underscores the calm, subdued pace of building across the district. According to the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch, Dapto - Avondale is anticipated to gain 2,793 residents by 2041. Residential construction is keeping pace with demographic forecasts, although prospective buyers may encounter stiffer market competition as the local headcount expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Dapto - Avondale
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 30 current infrastructure and development projects inside Dapto - Avondale, worth an estimated $3.24 billion. A further 110 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $26.2 billion. 46 are already under construction and 67 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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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Local economic and social outcomes are profoundly shaped by planning frameworks, capital works, and infrastructure upgrades. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 31 projects expected to influence the surrounding region. Major undertakings include the Cleveland Road Upgrade - West Dapto, the West Dapto Urban Release Area, WestPoint Dapto, and the M1 Princes Motorway South-Facing Ramps at Dapto, with critical works summarized in the subsequent list.
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TAFE NSW Yallah Campus Educational Facility Upgrades
TAFE NSW is delivering major educational facility and infrastructure modernisation at the Yallah Campus on Yallah Road. The project delivers modernised agricultural, horticultural, and animal science training workshops, sustainable greenhouse facilities, veterinary nursing labs, upgraded classrooms, and improved student amenities. Construction works are progressing on-site.
The Heartwood Estate Dapto
The Heartwood Estate is a master-planned residential community located in Dapto, delivering approximately 180 residential lots and house-and-land packages across staged releases. Developed jointly by Newquest Property and CAVI Property Group, the development features integrated open spaces and civil infrastructure in close proximity to Dapto Mall and Dapto Train Station.
West Dapto Urban Release Area
The West Dapto Urban Release Area is a multi-decade growth project designed to deliver 19,500 new dwellings for approximately 60,000 residents. Spanning 4,700 hectares, the development includes eight future centers with major hubs at Bong Bong, Darkes, and Marshall Mount. As of May 2026, Stage 1 of the Cleveland Road upgrade (widening to four lanes) is complete. Major construction continues on West Dapto Road, which is undergoing extensive widening, culvert works, and utility relocation, with a scheduled reopening in mid-2026.The project is supported by a $1.57 billion infrastructure contribution plan focused on stormwater, transport, and community facilities.
Marshall Mount Town Centre & Primary School Precinct
Development of a new town centre and civic hub to serve the expanding Yallah-Marshall Mount community. The precinct includes 3,500sqm to 8,000sqm of retail floor space, local convenience and specialty dining, open civic spaces, and a proposed public primary school.
Cleveland Road Upgrade - Stage 1 (Fowlers Road South)
Stage 1 of the Cleveland Road Upgrade involves widening 440 metres of Fowlers Road (South) from two to four travel lanes, including kerb and gutter construction, stormwater drainage, street lighting, and new shared paths. This project forms part of the long-term West Dapto Access Strategy to support housing growth and improve connectivity in the West Dapto Urban Release Area. The upgrade is essential infrastructure to support the development of 3,000 new homes and connect emerging communities to major arterials like the M1 and Princes Highway.
Madison Park Estate
Madison Park Estate is a boutique medium-density townhouse residential development delivering 39 architecturally designed three-bedroom homes in Kembla Grange, managed by Harrison Property. The project provides modern suburban living within the fast-growing West Dapto growth area.
WestPoint Dapto
A DA-approved mixed-use development featuring 32 residential apartments (mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units), 432 sqm of commercial space, and 533 sqm of retail space in a multi-storey building. Total approved building area of 3,309 sqm. The site is located at the intersection of Bong Bong Road and Princes Highway, adjacent to Dapto Mall with major retailers including Coles, Woolworths and BIG W, and within walking distance of Dapto Train Station.
Dapto Hotel Mixed-Use Redevelopment (98-110 Princes Highway)
Mixed-use redevelopment of the Dapto Hotel site retaining the heritage-listed hotel and constructing two 9-storey apartment towers above ground-floor commercial space (approx. 3 tenancies). The Wollongong Local Planning Panel considered the DA in 2020, requiring detailed heritage conservation works to the existing hotel prior to delegated consent. Subsequent modification activity indicates the DA progressed to approval.
11,355 residents of Dapto - Avondale are employed, from a labour force of 12,404. Unemployment sits at 8.5%, with participation at 60.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 21,732, about 86% 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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A well-diversified workforce encompassing both blue-collar and white-collar roles characterizes Dapto - Avondale, underpinned by robust representation in essential public services, an unemployment rate of 8.5%, and estimated year-on-year employment growth of 2.2%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 11,355, while the jobless rate sits 4.4% higher than the 4.1% recorded for Regional NSW, signaling capacity for improvement; meanwhile, labor force participation matches Regional NSW at 60.6%. Census data showed that 19.7% of local workers operated from home, though this metric was captured during Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. Key industry sectors engaging local workers comprise health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
Conversely, primary industries are noticeably minor, with agriculture, forestry & fishing employing a mere 0.5% of the Dapto - Avondale workforce in contrast to 5.3% across Regional NSW. Evaluating Census working population figures against resident totals indicates a restricted volume of employment options within the immediate boundary. Analysis conducted by AreaSearch using SALM and ABS data shows that employment grew by 2.2% and the labour force expanded by 2.8% during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, which led to an increase in unemployment of 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in employment and a 0.4% reduction in the labour force, while unemployment also rose by 0.5 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia regarding national employment starting Mar-26 provide additional context for anticipated job demand in the Dapto - Avondale area. These projections span five and ten year intervals and have been overlaid with the local employment composition to estimate future growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to the existing employment mix in Dapto - Avondale, local employment is expected to rise by 6.5% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, though this calculation is a straightforward weighting exercise for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Dapto - Avondale is $1,445 a week (about $75,000 a year), with median personal income at $670 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,733 a year against an average of $66,430. 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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Aggregated ATO tax statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show Dapto - Avondale with a median taxpayer income of $55,733 alongside an average taxpayer income of $66,430. These figures track slightly beneath national averages while exceeding the Regional NSW median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Incorporating Wage Price Index gains of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated benchmarks of approximately $61,485 (median) and $73,286 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census recorded personal, family, and household earnings within modest national brackets, sitting between the 22nd and 32nd percentiles.
In terms of earnings distribution, the largest cohort falls in the $1,500 - 2,999 range at 32.2% of residents (8,117 people), consistent with the 29.9% share seen regionally. Severe housing cost burdens persist, leaving households with only 81.8% of income after shelter costs, placing the area at the 29th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dapto - Avondale had 9,127 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 2% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 27.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.1%. 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 housing inventory in Dapto - Avondale consisted of 85.0% houses and 14.9% other dwellings (apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), compared with 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings across Regional NSW. The proportion of outright home ownership stood at 38.2%, matching the regional rate, while 37.4% of homes carried a mortgage and 24.4% were occupied by renters. Median monthly mortgage repayments reached $1,950, considerably higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of $1,733, while weekly median rent reached $390 against $330 regionally. Across Australia, local mortgage payments surpass the national median of $1,863, and local rental costs exceed the nationwide standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dapto - Avondale counted 9,127 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the clear majority of local living arrangements, making up 73.3% of all households, categorized into couples with children (29.8%), couples without children (27.9%), and single parent families (14.5%). The remaining 26.7% consists of non-family domestic arrangements, dominated by lone person households at 24.5% alongside group households at 2.2%. With an average of 2.5 people, median household size is slightly larger than the Regional NSW standard of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.5% of adults in Dapto - Avondale hold a university qualification, including 9.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 80% of areas nationally. A further 33.1% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,700 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 953 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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Attainment figures highlight educational headwinds for the community, where tertiary degree holders account for 13.5% of the population, well under the 32.2% recorded statewide across NSW. This gap underlines significant potential for targeted training initiatives. Among higher education credentials, bachelor degrees represent 9.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. In contrast, vocational qualifications are widespread, with 42.9% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, comprising advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (33.1%). Formal study engagement is substantial across the district, with 26.8% of inhabitants actively enrolled in educational institutions.
This cohort is distributed across primary education (9.4%), secondary education (7.6%), and tertiary education (3.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Dapto - Avondale reaches 197 stops on 59 routes, timetabled for about 2,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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An assessment of public transit infrastructure shows 197 operational transit stops distributed across Dapto - Avondale, encompassing both bus and rail facilities. Across 59 distinct transit lines, these stops accommodate 2,831 weekly scheduled trips. Connectivity is rated as excellent, with dwellings situated an average of 168 meters from the closest passenger boarding point. Reflecting the area's predominantly suburban character, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicles accounting for 94% of work trips. Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. In addition, 19.7% of employed residents worked remotely from home (2021 Census; potentially impacted by COVID-19 circumstances).
Transit schedules deliver an average of 404 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 14 weekly services per individual boarding location. The corresponding map highlights the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
61.2% of residents in Dapto - Avondale report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 77% of areas nationally. 8.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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 evaluated by AreaSearch indicate measurable public health headwinds across Dapto - Avondale based on chronic condition rates and mortality statistics. Both younger and older demographics experience widespread occurrences of prevalent ailments, while private health insurance uptake trails typical SA2 figures slightly at approximately 52% of the total population (~13,134 people). The most prevalent health issues recorded across the community are arthritis, affecting 10.5% of residents, and mental health conditions, impacting 9.8%, whereas 61.2% reported having no diagnosed medical conditions compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age cohorts encounter meaningful health burdens linked to elevated chronic illnesses.
Seniors aged 65 and over account for 21.7% of residents (5,470 people), slightly below the 23.3% recorded regionally. Health indicators for older residents present ongoing challenges, with overall health standing generally aligned with broader national distributions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Dapto - Avondale is largely Australian-born, at 82.9% of residents, with 7.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.0%) and Australian (28.9%). 3.6% 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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The demographic profile of Dapto - Avondale displays modest cultural diversity, as 82.9% of the population was born in Australia, 91.6% hold Australian citizenship, and 92.4% speak only English at home. In terms of religious affiliation, Christianity is predominant, accounting for 56.3% of the community, which aligns closely with the 55.9% recorded across Regional NSW. Examining parental heritage, the leading reported ancestries across Dapto - Avondale are English (31.0%), Australian (28.9%), and Scottish (7.3%). Notable variations also appear within specific community backgrounds, with Macedonian ancestry representing 1.2% locally (versus 0.4% across the region), Welsh accounting for 0.8% (versus 0.5%), and Spanish comprising 0.7% (versus 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dapto - Avondale is 41. 25.0% 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 age distribution of Dapto - Avondale tracks remarkably close to Regional NSW benchmarks, with the largest divergence across the four main demographic bands being only 2.7 percentage points. As at August 2026, AreaSearch estimates a median age of 41, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 2 years younger than the Regional NSW median of 43 from that Census. The most noticeable demographic shift since the Census occurred in the 25 - 44 age cohort, which expanded from 24.2% to an estimated 26.2% of the local population. Looking toward 2041, young to middle aged adults are projected to represent the bulk of population expansion, adding 1,490 residents (23%) to reach a total of 8,105.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dapto - Avondale
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Sep 2026 this month all 32 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 312 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (24,195 at the 2021 Census → 25,210 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (107011131). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.