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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 Freshwater - Brookvale is $3.72m, with units at $1.23m. House values have moved 1.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Freshwater - Brookvale has an estimated 23,388 residents, up from 21,828 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,560 people, or 7.1%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 71.6% of that increase. That puts 3,257 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 evaluations by AreaSearch, the population of Freshwater - Brookvale stands at approximately 23,388 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,560 individuals (7.1%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 21,828 residents. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 23,383, combined with 90 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With a density of 3,257 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks in the top quartile of all Australian areas analyzed. The 7.1% population expansion since the 2021 Census outpaced the broader SA3 area (3.7%) as well as the surrounding SA4 region, positioning the locality as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of these gains was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 71.6% of the overall population increase in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are applied to each SA2 locality. Where these are unavailable, figures from the 2022 NSW State Government SA2 projections with a 2021 baseline are implemented. Age cohort growth rates derived from these sources are extended to cover the years 2032 to 2041. Anticipated demographic trends point toward growth in the lowest national quartile, with the local population projected to increase by 344 people by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating a total rise of 1.4% over the 16-year timeframe.
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311 new dwellings have been approved in Freshwater - Brookvale over the past five years, an average of 62 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 52 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 62% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 62, broadly in line with 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 62 residential building approvals have been granted annually in Freshwater - Brookvale, totaling 311 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 57 approvals recorded so far during FY-26. Because an average of 3 new residents per constructed dwelling have relocated to the area annually over the FY-21 to FY-25 period, construction volume is falling behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices. Newly built properties average a value of $727,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium projects. Additionally, commercial development approvals have reached $111.1 million this financial year, pointing to strong local business investment.
Per capita building activity in Freshwater - Brookvale aligns closely with Greater Sydney averages, reflecting a stable real estate environment consistent with the wider region. This building rate sits below the national benchmark, highlighting the established character of the neighborhood and indicating potential planning constraints. Recent residential completions consist of 62.0% single-family detached homes and 38.0% medium to high-density options, with an expanding variety of apartments and townhouses providing choices across multiple price points, ranging from family houses to smaller, budget-friendly options. Interestingly, construction is skewed more toward standard houses than the historical distribution indicates (42.0% at the Census), demonstrating persistent demand for family residences despite density trends. With a ratio of approximately 432 residents per approval, the local market exhibits characteristics of maturity. Long-term demographic forecasts suggest Freshwater - Brookvale will add 339 new residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Considering ongoing construction trends, the volume of new residential supply is projected to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially supporting population growth above current expectations.
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Development applications around Freshwater - Brookvale
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 21 current infrastructure and development projects inside Freshwater - Brookvale, worth an estimated $2.67 billion. A further 105 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.8 billion. 34 are already under construction and 50 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is highly sensitive to changes in infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning. A total of 32 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the locality. Key initiatives include the Freshwater Beach Masterplan, The Alba, the Warringah Mall Mixed Use Redevelopment, and the Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Campus Expansion, with the list below highlighting those of primary relevance.
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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.
Former Queenscliff Health Centre Redevelopment
Adaptive reuse and transformation of the former Queenscliff Community Health Centre into 37 social housing apartments (27 studios, 8 one-bedroom, 2 two-bedroom units) with priority allocated to women over 55 at risk of homelessness. Owned and managed by Link Wentworth with NSW Government and HAFF funding support.
Greendale Creek & Curl Curl Lagoon Riparian Restoration
Northern Beaches Council and NSW Crown Lands ongoing riparian corridor restoration and stormwater floodplain management along Greendale Creek and the margins of Curl Curl Lagoon. Includes bushland regeneration, wetland habitat rehabilitation, and viewing infrastructure.
Freshwater Surf Life Saving Club Modernisation
Major $8.45M modernization and alteration of the historic Freshwater Surf Life Saving Club premises to enhance lifesaving operations, emergency response capacity, accessibility, and community multipurpose facilities.
Rockwater Brookvale
A modern strata industrial and commercial development featuring 34 high-clearance micro and modern warehouses with air-conditioned mezzanine offices, alongside 50 secure self-storage units located adjacent to Westfield Warringah Mall.
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.
Queenscliff Surf Life Saving Club Facility Upgrade
Approved internal and external alterations and additions to the existing Queenscliff Surf Life Saving Club building to provide upgraded operational lifesaving facilities, reconfigured training spaces, a new physio room, and a cafe/kiosk.
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.
14,581 residents of Freshwater - Brookvale are employed, from a labour force of 15,050. Unemployment sits at 3.1%, with participation at 76.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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 technology sector stands out as a major employer in Freshwater - Brookvale, contributing to an area that boasts a highly educated workforce and a remarkably low unemployment rate of 3.1%. There has been steady job stability throughout the last year, with 14,581 residents employed as of March 2026. The local unemployment rate sits at 1.0% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is also notably strong, reaching 76.8%, which is higher than the Greater Sydney figure of 69.1%. Census data indicates that 53.0% of residents worked from home, though the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting these figures.
Local workers are predominantly employed in professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and construction. The professional & technical field shows a notable concentration, with employment figures matching 1.5 times the regional norm. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 11.3% of the local workforce, which is lower than the Greater Sydney rate of 14.1%. At the time of the Census, the area recorded 0.8 workers for every resident, indicating a stronger availability of local employment options than is typical. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 0.4% while the total labor force grew by 1.4%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a slight decline in unemployment. Future local employment demand can be evaluated using national forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to map out potential expansion. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of change vary considerably across sectors. Applying these industry projections to the specific employment profile of Freshwater - Brookvale suggests local employment could grow by 7.2% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Freshwater - Brookvale is $2,724 a week (about $142,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,295 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $74,724 a year against an average of $126,872. The average runs 70% 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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AreaSearch's compilation of postal-level ATO figures released for the 2023 financial year indicates that the Freshwater - Brookvale SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $74,724 and an average taxpayer income of $126,872. These figures are exceptionally elevated on a national scale, comparing to $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average) across Greater Sydney. Factoring in a Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $82,436 for median income and $139,965 for average income in March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Freshwater - Brookvale rank in the 94th and 94th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution statistics show that 32.0% of the population (7,484 individuals) earn weekly incomes of $4,000 or more, whereas the broader region is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 30.9%. High-income earners are highly represented, with 46.0% of residents earning over $3,000 weekly, demonstrating substantial local purchasing power. Although high housing expenses absorb 17.2% of income, strong earnings keep disposable income in the 93rd percentile, and the SEIFA index places the area in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Freshwater - Brookvale had 8,311 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 42% detached houses and 51% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $600 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,033 a month, a total housing cost higher than 97% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Freshwater - Brookvale consists of 41.7% detached houses and 58.4% other dwellings, such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in the area align with the Sydney metropolitan average at 27.6%, with remaining homes occupied by mortgage holders (35.4%) or tenants (37.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $3,033 sits well above the metropolitan Sydney average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $600 compared to Sydney's average of $470.
On a national scale, Freshwater - Brookvale's monthly mortgage costs are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are substantially above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Freshwater - Brookvale counted 8,311 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,905 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 70.3%, consisting of 33.2% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 8.3% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.7% of the total, with single-person households representing 24.5% and group living situations comprising 5.2%. The median size of local households is 2.5 persons, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
46.9% of adults in Freshwater - Brookvale hold a university qualification, including 32.6% with a bachelor degree and 11.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 94% of areas nationally. A further 15.9% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 3,623 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,111 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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Rates of educational attainment in Freshwater - Brookvale exceed broader benchmarks, with 46.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding university degrees, compared to national and state levels of 30.4% and 32.2% respectively. This educational profile positions the community well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 32.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (11.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 27.6% of residents aged 15 and over possessing vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (15.9%). Enrolment in education is notably high, with 28.5% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies.
This includes 8.9% attending primary schools, 7.8% enrolled in secondary education, and 5.3% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Freshwater - Brookvale reaches 209 stops on 114 routes, timetabled for about 10,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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Analysis of local public transport shows 209 active bus stops operating in the Freshwater - Brookvale area. These transit stops are served by 114 different routes, which collectively facilitate 9,988 passenger trips every week. Public transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 131 meters from their nearest stop. Given the suburban character of the area, most workers commute outside the locality, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 78%, followed by buses at 8% and walking at 7%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars per dwelling.
A high proportion of residents, at 53.0%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency averages 1,426 daily trips across all active routes, representing about 47 weekly trips for each transit stop. The associated map displays the 100 closest transit stops relative to the geographical center of the area.
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78.0% of residents in Freshwater - Brookvale report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 92% of areas nationally. 2.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 79.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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 Freshwater - Brookvale demonstrate strong results based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic illnesses, which show very low rates of common medical conditions across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 80% of the population (18,687 people) covered, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues were identified as the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 6.3% and 5.8% of residents respectively. Conversely, 78.0% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 13.7% of the population (3,208 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney level of 15.5%. Senior citizens in the area exhibit strong health outcomes, with national health rankings aligning closely with those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.3% of Freshwater - Brookvale residents were born overseas and 16.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.5%) and Australian (21.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Freshwater - Brookvale exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most Australian local markets, with 16.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 33.3% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 45.3% of residents. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is found in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the local population compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Freshwater - Brookvale are English at 29.5% of the population (which is significantly higher than the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 21.5%, and Other at 9.8% (which is notably lower than the regional average of 16.0%).
Additionally, specific ethnic backgrounds show higher representation compared to the wider region, with French ancestry accounting for 1.3% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Spanish at 0.8% (compared to 0.6%), and Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Freshwater - Brookvale is 37. 29.2% 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 Freshwater - Brookvale is 37, matching the Greater Sydney average of 37 and sitting close to the national figure of 38. The 45 - 54 age group shows a strong presence at 13.7% compared to Greater Sydney, while children aged 5 - 14 are less common at 10.1%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 grew from 10.4% to 12.5% of the population. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 11.9% to 10.1%, and the 45 to 54 bracket fell from 15.1% to 13.7%.
Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate notable changes in the age distribution. Leading these changes, the 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 57% (an increase of 572 people), rising from 1,005 to 1,578. The aging trend is pronounced, with individuals aged 65 and older accounting for 94% of the projected population increase. Conversely, the 45 to 54 and 25 to 34 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Freshwater - Brookvale
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 27 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 — 90 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (21,828 at the 2021 Census → 23,388 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 (122031429). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.