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The median house price in Five Dock - Abbotsford is $3.18m, with units at $1.23m. House values have moved 4.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Five Dock - Abbotsford has an estimated 21,468 residents, up from 20,933 at the 2021 Census — a change of 535 people, or 2.6%. That puts 4,647 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 Five Dock - Abbotsford is approximately 21,468 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 535 individuals (2.6%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 20,933 residents. This adjustment is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 21,449 in June 2025 alongside 79 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 4,646 persons per square kilometer, placing the location within the highest 10% of all Australian areas analyzed by AreaSearch, indicating that land here is an extremely sought-after resource.
The 2.6% post-census population growth in Five Dock - Abbotsford is within 2.9 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (5.5%), indicating competitive underlying growth. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 78.9% of the total population increases in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied instead. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are also projected forward for all areas from 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, growth is projected to align with the lower quartile of areas monitored by AreaSearch. The locality is projected to expand by 586 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing an overall rise of 2.6% across the 16 years.
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331 new dwellings have been approved in Five Dock - Abbotsford over the past five years, an average of 66 a year. That is 3.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 58 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 34% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 1,375, running ahead of 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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Over the last 5 financial years, Five Dock - Abbotsford recorded an average of roughly 66 new residential approvals annually, amounting to 331 dwellings in total. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 1,261 approvals registered. Given that the ratio of new residents to built dwellings averaged just 0.2 per year between FY-21 and FY-25, the rate of new construction is equal to or ahead of demand. This provides purchasers with a wider selection and permits population increases that may surpass current projections, while new builds average a value of $624,000, indicating that developers are prioritizing high-end, premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $28.0 million have been documented in the current financial year, showing a moderate level of commercial building activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, building development in Five Dock - Abbotsford is very low, tracking at 51.0% below the regional per capita average. This lack of new residential supply generally drives demand and values upward for existing homes. Activity is also below the national average, pointing to the mature state of the locality and potential constraints in planning. The composition of new builds consists of 34.0% detached houses and 66.0% semi-detached or multi-unit dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density projects provides more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. Having approximately 302 people for each dwelling approval, Five Dock - Abbotsford exhibits patterns typical of a low-density environment. Long-term forecasts suggest Five Dock - Abbotsford will gain 567 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current rates of residential construction indicate that housing supply will sufficiently satisfy demand, offering positive conditions for home buyers and potentially supporting growth that outpaces current predictions.
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AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Five Dock - Abbotsford, worth an estimated $11.8 billion. A further 147 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $129.8 billion. 34 are already under construction and 46 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 developments, and urban planning changes are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent projects include the Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Strategy (PRCUTS) - Stage 2, the TOGA Five Dock Mixed-Use Masterplan, Kings Bay Village, and the Five Dock Town Centre Revitalisation, with details provided below for those of most relevance.
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Five Dock Town Centre Revitalisation
Comprehensive revitalisation of Five Dock town centre with improved public spaces, retail upgrades, and enhanced pedestrian connectivity in preparation for Metro West.
TOGA Five Dock Mixed-Use Masterplan
A major urban renewal project in the Kings Bay Precinct featuring approximately 674 to 750 apartments across multiple residential buildings. The revised masterplan includes four buildings ranging from 8 to 28 storeys, a full-line supermarket, 8,000 sqm of retail and community space, and a 2,090 sqm public park. The precinct is designed to integrate with the future Five Dock Metro Station and forms part of the Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Strategy.
Five Dock Park Precinct Upgrade
Comprehensive precinct upgrade and master plan implementation across Five Dock Park undertaken by the City of Canada Bay. The project includes modernising sporting amenities and fields, upgrading playground facilities, establishing dedicated recreation and nature play spaces, and improving pedestrian pathways.
Henley Precinct Masterplan
Council-adopted masterplan guiding upgrades across the Henley Precinct, including wayfinding, access and connectivity, recreation facilities (e.g. wild play playground at Gladesville Reserve), and an implementation plan to sequence short-, medium- and long-term works.
Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Strategy (PRCUTS) - Stage 2
Stage 2 planning proposal to implement PRCUTS for the Kings Bay and Burwood-Concord precincts in the City of Canada Bay, including updated LEP controls, urban design frameworks and supporting technical studies. The proposal remains in the NSW Planning Portal pre-exhibition stream while feasibility and infrastructure work is progressed by Council and the Department.
Draft Five Dock Precinct Masterplan
Comprehensive strategic urban masterplan and Planning Proposal prepared by City of Canada Bay Council to guide transit-oriented growth around the future Five Dock Metro Station. The framework facilitates up to 14,000 new dwellings, streetscape greening, active transport links, and expanded civic infrastructure.
TOGA Five Dock Urban Renewal Precinct
Proposed mixed-use urban renewal project comprising approximately 866 residential apartments (including 7.5% affordable housing), 8,250 sqm of retail and community hub space with a supermarket, new internal street connections, and a 2,470 sqm public park.
Kings Bay Village
A $1.8 billion urban renewal precinct transforming a 3-hectare former industrial site into a mixed-use community. Developed by Deicorp in partnership with Metrics Credit Partners, the project features six buildings ranging from 9 to 31 storeys. It delivers 1,185 apartments, including 218-219 affordable housing units for essential workers. The precinct includes approximately 14,700 sqm of retail and commercial space featuring a full-line supermarket, and 6,500 sqm of public open space with a 2,290 sqm village green.Over $80 million is committed to local infrastructure upgrades. It is a key project within the Parramatta Road Corridor strategy, located near the future Five Dock Metro Station.
12,081 residents of Five Dock - Abbotsford are employed, from a labour force of 12,437. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 68.5%. 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 18,035, about 84% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Five Dock - Abbotsford is highly qualified, with a notable concentration of workers in the technology industry, and an unemployment rate of only 2.9%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 12,081, while the unemployment rate was 1.3% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. The rate of participation in the labor force is close to the Greater Sydney figure of 69.1%. Census data indicates that a high proportion of residents, 53.9%, worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by COVID-19 restriction periods. Resident employment is clustered primarily in professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The local area displays a notable concentration of workers in finance & insurance, which is 1.3 times the regional average. By contrast, retail trade is less common, accounting for 7.5% of employment compared to the regional average of 9.3%. The area is predominantly residential and offers a limited number of local jobs, as shown by comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the labor force shrank by 1.7% over the 12-month period, while total employment also declined by 1.7%, keeping the rate of unemployment steady. In contrast, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% rise in employment, a 1.9% expansion of the labor force, and a slight reduction in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for future labor demand in Five Dock - Abbotsford. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to project future employment trajectories. While total national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these sectoral projections to the employment profile of Five Dock - Abbotsford suggests local employment will rise by 7.1% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, representing a simple weighted calculation for illustration that does not incorporate local population projections.
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Median household income in Five Dock - Abbotsford is $2,333 a week (about $121,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,148 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $73,644 a year against an average of $109,326. The average runs 48% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Five Dock - Abbotsford SA2 recorded a median income of $73,644 and an average income of $109,326. This ranks in the top percentile nationwide, compared to $60,817 median and $83,003 average across Greater Sydney. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $81,244 for the median and $120,608 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Five Dock - Abbotsford all placed in the top tier nationally, between the 85th and 88th percentiles.
Income analysis shows that 27.1% of the population (5,817 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket, which is comparable to the wider region where 30.9% are in this range. The suburb is highly affluent, with 39.8% of individuals earning more than $3,000 weekly, which supports high-end retail and services. High housing costs account for 17.8% of income, but strong earnings keep disposable income in the 81st percentile, and the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Five Dock - Abbotsford had 8,378 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 38% detached houses and 47% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 38% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $576 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 94% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.7%. 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 Five Dock - Abbotsford at the time of the latest Census was 38.0% detached houses and 62.0% other dwelling types, such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative residences, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across the Sydney metropolitan area. Home ownership in Five Dock - Abbotsford was higher than the Sydney metropolitan average at 33.7%, while the remaining homes were mortgaged (28.7%) or rented (37.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $3,000, which is higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent was $576, compared to the Sydney metro average of $470.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Five Dock - Abbotsford are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Five Dock - Abbotsford counted 8,378 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 28% 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 the majority at 69.3% of the total, consisting of 31.7% couples with children, 26.6% couples without children, and 9.9% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.7%, with single-person households making up 27.8% and group households representing 2.8% of all households. The median household size of 2.4 residents is below the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
42.5% of adults in Five Dock - Abbotsford hold a university qualification, including 27.7% with a bachelor degree and 11.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 82% of areas nationally. A further 15.7% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 3,517 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,094 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The level of education in Five Dock - Abbotsford is higher than broader averages, with 42.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational profile positions the population well for professional opportunities in knowledge industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 27.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding these credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (15.7%).
Engagement in education is high, with 26.8% of the local population enrolled in formal study. This includes 8.8% in primary schools, 7.2% in secondary schools, and 5.4% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Five Dock - Abbotsford reaches 140 stops on 74 routes, timetabled for about 10,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 Five Dock - Abbotsford include 140 active stops, providing a combination of ferry and bus options. These stops are serviced by 74 different routes, which deliver 10,031 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 135 meters from the nearest stop. The area is mostly residential, and the majority of residents travel outside the suburb for work, with private cars being the primary mode of transport at 81%, and buses accounting for 8%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.1.
In the 2021 Census, 53.9% of residents worked from home, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions. Service frequency across all local transport routes averages 1,433 trips daily, which represents approximately 71 weekly trips for each transport stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the center of the area.
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73.3% of residents in Five Dock - Abbotsford report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 78% of areas nationally. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 75.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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 indicators in Five Dock - Abbotsford show positive outcomes, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with a low prevalence of common conditions across all age cohorts. The rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 75% of the population (16,165 people). This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent chronic health conditions among residents are arthritis and asthma, which affect 7.3% and 6.2% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 73.3% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population is healthy, showing low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 21.2% of the population (4,542 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Seniors in the area experience strong health outcomes, with national health rankings that align with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.6% of Five Dock - Abbotsford residents were born overseas and 31.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 76% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Italian (17.0%) and English (16.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Five Dock - Abbotsford exhibits a high level of cultural diversity, with 33.6% of residents born outside Australia and 31.8% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 62.6% of the population in Five Dock - Abbotsford, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestry based on parents' country of birth, the three largest groups in Five Dock - Abbotsford are Italian at 17.0% of the population, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 3.4%, English at 16.7%, and Australian at 15.9%.
There are also variations in other backgrounds: Spanish ancestry is represented at 0.9% in Five Dock - Abbotsford compared to 0.6% across the region, Lebanese at 1.7% compared to 2.6%, and Greek at 3.0% compared to 1.9%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Five Dock - Abbotsford is 42. 21.7% 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 residents in Five Dock - Abbotsford is 42 years, which is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket has a high representation at 12.7% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 10.9%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 8.6% to 10.8% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket grew from 6.4% to 7.4%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 demographic shrank from 12.1% to 10.9%.
Population projections for 2041 suggest changes in the local age structure. The 75 to 84 demographic is expected to grow by 49% (778 people), increasing from 1,595 to 2,374. The combined age groups of 65 and over are projected to represent 93% of the area's total population growth, reflecting an aging population. In contrast, the 45 to 54 and 25 to 34 cohorts are projected to experience declines in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Five Dock - Abbotsford
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 16 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 79 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (20,933 at the 2021 Census → 21,468 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 (120011386). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.