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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 Dee Why - North is $3.00m, with units at $1.09m. House values have moved 4.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Dee Why - North has an estimated 19,547 residents, up from 17,816 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,731 people, or 9.7%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. 262 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 73.5% of that increase. That puts 9,398 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 count of Dee Why - North is estimated at approximately 19,547 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,731 people (9.7%) compared to the 17,816 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 19,332 from June 2025 alongside 262 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With these figures, the population density stands at 9,397 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top 10% of all areas evaluated nationwide by AreaSearch and highlighting the intense demand for local land.
The 9.7% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader SA3 area (3.7%) and the SA4 region, positioning the suburb as a local development leader. This population rise was largely propelled by overseas migration, which was responsible for roughly 73.5% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, using 2022 as a starting point, are applied to each SA2 region. For locations where this dataset is unavailable, figures from the NSW State Government's 2022 release with a 2021 baseline are implemented. Age cohort growth trends derived from these sources are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts indicate that the area will experience population growth exceeding the national median, with an expected increase of 3,167 individuals by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a overall rise of 15.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
301 new dwellings have been approved in Dee Why - North over the past five years, an average of 60 a year. That places the area in the 54th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 39 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 13% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 10, 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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Approximately 60 residential building approvals are granted annually in Dee Why - North, totaling 301 residential approvals during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 10 recorded so far during FY-26. Given that an average of 4.3 people moved to the neighborhood for every new home built over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, residential construction is lagging behind demand, a situation that typically intensifies purchaser competition and drives upward pressure on prices, with new homes averaging a construction value of $349,000. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $6.0 million this financial year, emphasizing that the locality remains predominantly residential.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the rate of construction per capita in Dee Why - North is somewhat high, registering at 13.0% above the regional average over the 5 year period, which helps provide options for buyers while sustaining established home prices, even though building pace has slowed down lately. This rate is also below the nationwide average, indicating a mature market and potential regulatory limits on development. Newly approved projects consist of 13.0% detached houses and 87.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on higher-density formats offers cheaper entry options and caters to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. The area has a ratio of roughly 3550 people per dwelling approval, showing a fully established real estate sector. Demographic forecasts indicate that Dee Why - North will add 2,952 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the supply of housing is likely to fall short of population growth, which will probably escalate competition among buyers and support future price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Dee Why - North, worth an estimated $396 million. A further 60 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6 billion. 23 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning initiatives, and development updates are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 developments that are likely to influence the area. Notable projects include Casa Delmar, Northern Beaches Coast Walk, 154-158 Pacific Parade Mixed Use Development, and Hamptons by Rose, with the principal details of these relevant projects listed below.
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Northern Beaches Coast Walk
A 36km continuous coastal walking trail linking Manly to Palm Beach. The project integrates existing paths with new boardwalks, stairs, and viewing platforms. Recent milestones include the completion of the Robert Dunn Reserve segment and ongoing works on the McKillop Park boardwalk and the Whale Beach to Palm Beach connection to ensure pedestrian safety and environmental protection.
154-158 Pacific Parade Mixed Use Development
Four-storey mixed-use development featuring 9 luxury apartments (5 three-bedroom, 2 two-bedroom, 2 one-bedroom) on upper three levels with ground floor commercial space for cafes and restaurants. Includes 3 affordable housing units and two basement levels with 14 resident and 2 visitor parking spaces. Located 100 meters from Dee Why Beach on triangular site currently occupied by Beach Burrito Co and JB & Sons.
Havana Dee Why
A brand-new 7-storey mixed-use development comprising 78 apartments and 12 retail shops, positioned as Dee Why's crowning jewel. Located 800m from Dee Why Beach and next to the newly completed Lighthouse shopping and dining precinct, offering premium coastal living with activated retail at ground level.
Lighthouse Precinct Dee Why
An award-winning $300 million mixed-use landmark by Meriton Group, serving as the new heart of the Dee Why Town Centre. The development features 351 luxury apartments across four buildings, including two 17-storey towers that are the tallest on the Northern Beaches. It incorporates 16,000sqm of retail and commercial space anchored by a full-line Woolworths, a 3,000sqm open-air piazza, childcare facilities, and resort-style amenities including an indoor pool and gym.
Casa Delmar
A major mixed-use residential development comprising 280 apartments, including dedicated affordable housing units for key workers, across multi-storey residential towers with ground-floor retail, basement parking, and community wellness facilities.
Casa Delmar
Luxury coastal apartment development comprising 280 apartments across two buildings (6-7 storeys fronting Delmar Parade and 10 storeys on the Pittwater Road corner), designed by Rothelowman with interiors by Alanna Smit. Includes 43 affordable housing units, rooftop BBQ and communal areas, and a private gym and wellness facility. Located at the gateway to Dee Why town centre adjacent to Stony Range Botanical Garden. One of the first projects approved under the NSW Housing SEPP fast-track pathway.Practical completion anticipated Q3 2026.
Wakehurst Parkway Improvements (Frenchs Forest to Narrabeen)
Improvements to Wakehurst Parkway between Frenchs Forest Road, Frenchs Forest and Pittwater Road, North Narrabeen. The project includes intersection upgrades, lane widening, new shared paths, and flood mitigation in partnership with Northern Beaches Council to enhance safety, efficiency, and flood resilience. Main construction commenced in June 2026.
Montecito Collaroy
Exclusive collection of 6 grand luxury residences at Collaroy Beach on Sydney's Northern Beaches, developed by Cornerstone with architecture and interiors by BKH. Inspired by early 20th-century California bungalow and Spanish Mission styles, comprising two ground-floor apartments with private gardens and four expansive penthouses. Strata areas range from 380m2 to 448m2 with north-facing living areas, wrap-around terraces, basement parking, and high-end European finishes throughout. Construction commenced March 2025.
12,069 residents of Dee Why - North are employed, from a labour force of 12,818. Unemployment sits at 5.8%, with participation at 77.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 15,632, about 80% 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 employment landscape in Dee Why - North is characterized by a highly educated labor pool and a strong presence in professional services, alongside an unemployment rate of 5.8% and steady job conditions throughout the previous year. As of March 2026, there are 12,069 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 4.1% in Greater Sydney and a local rate that sits 1.7% higher than that regional figure. Workforce participation stands at 77.0%, which is notably above the Greater Sydney average of 69.1%. Census data indicates that 35.6% of residents worked from home, a figure that should be interpreted with consideration for the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.
Locals are predominantly employed in the health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical sectors. In contrast, the transport, postal & warehousing sector is underrepresented, employing 3.5% of the local workforce compared to the regional average of 5.3%. The highly residential character of the suburb means local job vacancies are relatively scarce, as shown by comparing the number of locally employed workers against the resident workforce in the Census. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local labor force grew by 1.4% while total employment fell by 0.4%, leading to a 1.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same period in Greater Sydney, employment increased by 1.9%, the labor force grew by 1.9%, and unemployment declined slightly. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context on future labor demand for Dee Why - North. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry breakdown to project future employment shifts. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these national sector projections against the local workforce mix suggests employment in Dee Why - North could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison that excludes localized population growth models.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Dee Why - North is $2,069 a week (about $108,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,055 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,182 a year against an average of $86,974. 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 postcode statistics from the ATO for the financial year 2023 show that taxpayers in the Dee Why - North SA2 recorded a median income of $62,182 and an average income of $86,974. These figures are among the highest in the country, comparing to Greater Sydney medians and averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would stand at approximately $68,599 for the median and $95,950 for the average. Census data confirms that household, family, and individual incomes in Dee Why - North are high, ranking in the 70th to 83rd percentiles nationwide.
The largest income bracket contains 38.5% of the population, earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (7,525 residents), matching the wider region where 30.9% of households fall into this bracket. While high housing costs absorb 21.3% of local incomes, strong earning capacity places disposable income in the 61st percentile nationally, and the SEIFA index for income ranks the area in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dee Why - North had 7,696 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 11% detached houses and 87% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 50% rented and 20% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $550 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,400 a month, a total housing cost higher than 95% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 26.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.8%. 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 in Dee Why - North at the time of the last Census consisted of 10.5% standalone houses and 89.5% other dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, and semi-detached options, whereas the Sydney metropolitan average stood at 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Dee Why - North was lower than the Sydney metropolitan level, standing at 20.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (30.2%) or tenants (49.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,400 was slightly lower than the Sydney metro median of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $550, compared to $470 across Sydney metro.
On a national level, mortgage costs in Dee Why - North are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are significantly higher than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dee Why - North counted 7,696 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,444 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 64.0% of the households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 24.0%, couples without children at 28.9%, and single-parent households at 9.9%. The remaining 36.0% are non-family households, which are divided into single-person households at 30.2% and group households at 5.8%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is below the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
39.8% of adults in Dee Why - North hold a university qualification, including 27.2% with a bachelor degree and 9.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 77% of areas nationally. A further 18.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 764 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,052 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 educational profile of this area is distinct, with university degree attainment among residents aged 15+ reaching 39.8%, which is higher than the national average of 30.4% and the state average of 32.2% for NSW, demonstrating a strong local commitment to tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 9.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational and technical training is also well represented, with 31.9% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.6% and certificates at 18.3%. Enrollment rates in education are high, with 26.1% of the population participating in formal study.
This student group includes 6.6% in primary school, 5.6% in university or college, and 4.6% attending secondary school.
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Public transport in Dee Why - North reaches 58 stops on 76 routes, timetabled for about 9,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 110 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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 services in Dee Why - North consist of 58 active bus stops. These stops are serviced by 76 separate routes, providing a total of 9,129 passenger trips each week. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 108 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, leading to high outward commuting rates; private vehicles are the main transport method at 67%, followed by bus transit at 19% and walking at 8%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 0.8 cars per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 35.6%, work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect COVID-19 pandemic conditions. Bus services run an average of 1,304 daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 157 weekly departures per bus stop.
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78.8% of residents in Dee Why - North report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 95% of areas nationally. 2.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 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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Assessments of mortality rates and chronic health conditions by AreaSearch show excellent health outcomes in Dee Why - North, with very low rates of common illnesses across all age groups. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is exceptionally high, covering approximately 63% of the population (12,373 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 6.0 and 5.7% of residents, while 78.8% reported no ongoing medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and older account for 13.7% of the population (2,681 people), which is lower than the 15.5% average for Greater Sydney.
Senior residents show particularly strong health profiles, with national health benchmarks matching those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
49.5% of Dee Why - North residents were born overseas and 39.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.5%) and Australian (16.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Dee Why - North shows a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.4% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 49.5% born in overseas countries. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 42.9% of the population. The most prominent divergence from regional averages is in Buddhism, which is practiced by 6.0% of the population compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney. In terms of parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Dee Why - North are English at 21.5%, Other at 19.9%, and Australian at 16.2%.
There are also distinct concentrations of specific ethnic ancestries compared to the wider region: Serbian ancestry is represented by 1.6% of residents (compared to 0.5% regionally), Spanish ancestry by 1.2% (compared to 0.6%), and French ancestry by 0.9% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dee Why - North is 36. 30.4% 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 36 years in Dee Why - North is close to the Greater Sydney median of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Dee Why - North has a larger cohort of residents aged 25 - 34 (21.2%) and a smaller cohort aged 5 - 14 (7.4%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also higher than the national rate of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 3.8% to 4.7%, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 8.3% to 7.4%.
Demographic models suggest that the age structure in Dee Why - North will shift by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow by 20%, adding 847 residents to reach 4,993, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dee Why - North
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) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| 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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 7 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 Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 262 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (17,816 at the 2021 Census → 19,547 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 (122031695). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.