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Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl has an estimated 9,455 residents, up from 9,116 at the 2021 Census — a change of 339 people, or 3.7%. That puts 4,751 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 population of Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is estimated to be 9,455 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 339 residents (3.7%) from the 9,116 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This calculation combines the ABS estimated resident population of 9,455 from June 2025 and 87 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The local population density stands at 4,751 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the highest 10% of all areas analyzed nationwide, indicating significant demand for local land.
The primary driver of this population increase was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 71.7% of the total growth in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline, are used for each SA2 region. For locations where this dataset is unavailable, figures from the NSW State Government SA2 projections released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are substituted. Age-specific growth dynamics from these sources are also projected for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future population trends suggest growth will align with the lowest national quartile, with the suburb projected to add 195 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP data, representing a total rise of 2.1% over the 16 years.
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306 new dwellings have been approved in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl over the past five years, an average of 61 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 61 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 18% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 20, 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 61 residential builds receive development approval annually in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl, resulting in 306 approved dwellings during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 19 approvals during FY-26 so far. Because the region attracted an average of just 0.2 additional residents per year for every completed home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the local supply matches or exceeds demand, offering buyers more options and creating room for population expansion to outpace forecasts. The average valuation of these new properties is $541,000, which demonstrates a developer focus on high-end, premium housing.
Commercial approvals for the current financial year total $300,000, highlighting that development remains heavily residential. Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl displays 123.0% more building approvals per capita than Greater Sydney, expanding choices for prospective purchasers. The composition of new construction comprises 18.0% standalone houses and 82.0% medium to high-density dwellings. This focus on denser residential options provides more attainable pathways to home ownership and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This trend departs from the current housing landscape where houses comprise 53.0% of properties, pointing to a scarcity of vacant land, changing consumer preferences, and the demand for more varied, cost-effective housing types. A ratio of approximately 693 residents per approved dwelling indicates a highly established local property market. According to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, the population of Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is projected to grow by 195 people by 2041. Based on recent building trends, the supply of new housing is well-positioned to satisfy this demand, maintaining favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling population growth to exceed current forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl, worth an estimated $817 million. A further 69 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.36 billion. 26 are already under construction and 28 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 decisions, and new developments are key factors in regional growth. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that are expected to impact the local community. The most relevant projects include the Northern Beaches Coast Walk, Casa Delmar, Havana Dee Why, and the North Curl Curl Mixed-Use Development, with additional project details provided 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.
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.
St Luke's Grammar School Senior Campus Expansion & Adaptive Re-use
State Significant Development (SSD-10291) involving the expansion of St Luke's Grammar School across two sites. The project features the adaptive re-use of the heritage-listed former Bonds factory at 800 Pittwater Road in Dee Why into a new Senior Campus for Years 10-12, accommodating an additional 600 students. It also includes the transformation of 224 Headland Road in North Curl Curl into a multipurpose indoor sports centre. The project features assembly and performing arts theatres, an indoor swimming pool, and a wellness precinct.
Freshwater Beach Masterplan
A multi-stage revitalization of the Freshwater Beach coastal precinct. Following the 2026 completion of major playground upgrades and a timber lookout deck, current works focus on Stage 4a: the construction of a new standalone public amenities building. This facility includes family change rooms, accessible toilets, and outdoor showers to improve inclusivity and visitor experience at the southern end of the beach.
Dommar Dee Why
Boutique collection of 16 prestigious residences featuring 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, garden residences, sub-penthouse, and penthouse with refined beachside living. Free flowing layouts, seamless outdoor connection, state of the art technology, luxurious European inspired interiors with Gaggenau appliances. Architecture by PBD Architects, interiors by Made By Alas. Located just 300m from Dee Why Rockpool and golden beachfront.
The Alba
A collection of eight super premium, three-bedroom single-level residences designed exclusively for over-60s, featuring lush landscaping, luxe features, private patios with outdoor kitchens, and basement parking with a central lift. Each residence includes a Tesla battery, EV charging, and 5 kW of solar.
Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Campus Upgrade
Upgrade of the Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Campus to support its transition from a Year 11-12 senior campus to a full Year 7-12 co-educational high school. Works include a new senior learning area with library, seminar rooms and shared learning space, an upgraded VET kitchen, two new wood workshops and workshop classrooms, a new fitness workshop, classroom and seminar room, five new senior classrooms, and new change rooms and amenities. Demolition of the old wood workshop is complete and site services trenching, piling and construction of the new building are underway.Years 7 and 8 are due to commence at the campus in 2027, with the full Year 7-12 rollout by 2028. Builder: Grindley Construction.
5,714 residents of Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl are employed, from a labour force of 5,950. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 74.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,358, about 78% 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 workforce in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is highly qualified, with a prominent share of professionals, a low unemployment rate of 4.0%, and steady job trends over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 5,714, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.2% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Labor force participation is exceptionally high at 74.7% compared to the regional benchmark of 69.1%. Census data indicates that 47.6% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local citizens are professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and construction. Professional & technical services show a strong local concentration, with employment share reaching 1.2 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing represents a relatively small share of local employment at 3.1% compared to the regional figure of 5.3%. A comparison of the locally employed workforce to the resident working population suggests this residential suburb offers few local jobs. An examination of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, total employment grew by 0.2% while the active labor force grew by 1.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.2 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Sydney experienced employment expansion of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a minor decrease in unemployment. Long-term employment trends can be evaluated using national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25. These five and ten-year projections have been integrated with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of change varies widely by sector. Aligning these industry trends with the local employment distribution suggests employment among residents could grow by 7.1% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, based on a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is $2,550 a week (about $133,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,120 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,013 a year against an average of $92,333. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Based on the latest postcode-level ATO data released for the financial year 2023, taxpaying residents of the Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl SA2 record a median income of $66,013 and an average income of $92,333. These figures are high on a national scale, compared to the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, these values correspond to approximately $72,826 for median income and $101,862 for average income in March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes are high, placing the area between the 86th and 91st percentiles nationally.
The largest income bracket contains 31.3% of tax-paying residents earning $4000+ per week (2,959 residents), whereas the metropolitan area has its largest concentration in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 30.9%. A substantial 43.4% of weekly household incomes exceed $3,000, indicating high household wealth. Although housing expenses account for 16.8% of income, strong earnings keep disposable income at the 90th percentile nationally, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl had 3,221 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 53% detached houses and 44% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $573 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 95% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census consisted of 52.7% detached houses and 47.3% other dwelling types, including townhouses and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other options across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl were significantly higher than metropolitan averages at 32.3%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 34.1% and rental properties making up 33.6%. The median mortgage payment in the area was $3,000 per month, higher than the Sydney average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $573, compared to the metropolitan average of $470.
Locally, mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and median rents are also well above the national benchmark of $375.
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Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl counted 3,221 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 77% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent 73.5% of the local population, with couples with children accounting for 39.2%, couples without children making up 23.4%, and single-parent homes comprising 10.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.5%, consisting of lone-person households at 21.9% and group households at 4.7%. The median household size of 2.7 people matches the average for Greater Sydney.
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42.5% of adults in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl hold a university qualification, including 29.7% with a bachelor degree and 9.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 100% of areas nationally. A further 17.0% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,924 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,170 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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Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl has high levels of educational attainment, with 42.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to national and state averages of 30.4% and 32.2% respectively. This educational profile positions the workforce well for knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are held by 29.7% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.8% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational training is also common, with 29.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.8% and certificates at 17.0%. A high proportion of the population is engaged in education, with 31.8% of residents currently enrolled in study.
This includes 9.6% in primary school, 9.1% in secondary school, and 6.5% enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl reaches 43 stops on 57 routes, timetabled for about 1,600 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 1.3 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 (South) - North Curl Curl include 43 active transport stops, which are primarily bus stops. These stops are served by 57 routes, providing a total of 1,588 passenger trips per week. Transport links are accessible, with an average distance of 117 meters from homes to the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute outside the area; private vehicles are the main mode of travel at 80%, followed by bus transit at 9% and walking at 5%. Dwellings average 1.3 motor vehicles.
A high proportion of residents, 47.6%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related restrictions. Service frequency across all local routes averages 226 trips per day, which represents approximately 36 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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77.9% of residents in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 98% of areas nationally. 2.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 66.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 2.8 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 indicators show favorable outcomes in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl, based on analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, which reveal low rates of illness across all demographics. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 67% of residents (6,315 people) holding cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most common diagnoses, affecting 6.2 and 5.8% of residents respectively. However, 77.9% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.8% of the local population (1,400 people). Senior health profiles are favorable, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.9% of Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl residents were born overseas and 16.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.6%) and Australian (21.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl displays higher cultural diversity than many other areas, with 16.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 31.9% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 46.9% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.4% of the population compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. In terms of family background, the main ancestries are English at 29.6% (compared to the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 21.7%, and Other at 10.6% (below the regional average of 16.0%).
Specific backgrounds show notable variations, with French ancestry representing 1.0% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Welsh at 0.9% (compared to 0.4%), and South Australian at 0.9% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is 38. 28.4% 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 in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is 38 years, which is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 years and matches the national median of 38 years. The suburb has a higher proportion of residents aged 55 - 64 (13.7%) and a lower proportion of people aged 35 - 44 (13.6%) compared to Greater Sydney. Since the 2021 Census, the 55 to 64 cohort grew from 12.6% to 13.7%, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 7.1% to 8.1%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group declined from 16.1% to 13.6%, and the 5 to 14 cohort fell from 13.1% to 10.6%.
By 2041, demographic changes are expected, with the 35 to 44 age group projected to grow by 32% (411 people) to reach 1,698 from 1,286, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 9 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 Jul 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 — 87 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,116 at the 2021 Census → 9,455 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 (122031694). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.