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The median house price in Goulburn is $692k, with units at $565k. House values have moved 5.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Goulburn has an estimated 25,790 residents, up from 24,565 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,225 people, or 5.0%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 799 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 73.8% of that increase. That puts 398 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to AreaSearch analysis, Goulburn has a population of approximately 25,790 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 1,225 individuals, which is a 5.0% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 24,565. The adjustment is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 25,648 as of June 2025 plus 799 newly validated addresses recorded after the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density of 398 persons per square kilometer, offering ample space per inhabitant and potential for additional development. Goulburn's 5.0% growth since the 2021 census surpassed both the SA4 region at 4.5% and the Rest of NSW, establishing it as a leading growth area.
Recent population gains were largely attributed to overseas migration, accounting for about 73.8% of total increases, while natural growth and interstate migration also contributed positively. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas lacking this data, AreaSearch relies on NSW State Government SA2 projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Age group growth rates from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Demographic trends suggest above median growth for Australian non-metropolitan areas, with Goulburn expected to reach a population increase of 5,303 people by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP figures, reflecting a total gain of 20.0% over the 16 years.
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912 new dwellings have been approved in Goulburn over the past five years, an average of 182 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 127 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 61% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 276, 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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Goulburn has recorded roughly 182 new dwelling approvals each year on average, totaling 912 homes across the five financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, with 253 approvals occurring in FY-26 so far. Over the same five-year period between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 1.1 new residents arrived per new home, suggesting a balanced supply and demand dynamic that fostered stable market conditions. However, more recent figures reveal that this ratio has risen sharply to 3.6 people per dwelling during the last two financial years, signaling heightened popularity and a possible shortage of available housing.
New homes are being constructed at an average value of $254,000, which falls below regional averages and points to more affordable construction cost options for buyers. In the current financial year, commercial approvals have reached $190.2 million, underscoring robust local commercial development. When compared to the Rest of NSW, Goulburn exhibits similar building activity levels per capita, reinforcing market stability consistent with broader regional trends, although construction momentum has recently slowed. Current construction output consists of 61.0% detached dwellings and 39.0% medium and high-density housing, reflecting a growing mix of attached housing types that cater to various price points, from larger family residences to more compact and affordable units. This shift contrasts with the existing housing stock, which is currently composed of 85.0% houses, highlighting a reduction in developable land and a response to evolving lifestyle preferences and the demand for varied, cost-effective housing. The ratio of 352 people per dwelling approval indicates a quiet, low-intensity development environment. Projections suggest Goulburn will gain 5,160 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Present development trajectories appear consistent with anticipated future needs, preserving stable market conditions without triggering substantial price pressures.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects inside Goulburn, worth an estimated $686 million. A further 91 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.1 billion. 26 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, energy and environmental & disaster management. 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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Alterations to local infrastructure, significant projects and planning efforts can profoundly affect how an area performs. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that are expected to influence the region. Among these key initiatives are the Goulburn Water and Sewer Infrastructure Upgrades, the Waterway Improvement Strategy and River Walkway Development, the Goulburn Rail Trail and the CBD & Surrounds Transformation Project. The following list highlights the projects most likely to be relevant.
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Waterway Improvement Strategy and River Walkways
Goulburn Mulwaree Council's Waterway Improvement priority project covers a Waterways Strategy and Action Plan to rehabilitate and improve local waterways and recreational links around the Wollondilly and Mulwaree Rivers. Council records the river walkway/shared pathway network at about 20km, with the Wollondilly River Walkway extending over 4km from Marsden Weir to Tarlo Street Bridge and future links planned. The 2023-2026 priority project identifies an initial $500,000 grant allocation plus ongoing annual funding for river rehabilitation, waterway health, walking tracks and recreational facilities.
Mary's Mount Residential Subdivision (Blakelys Run)
A residential subdivision development offering over 300 lots for building dream homes, with over 40% of the masterplan dedicated to a nature reserve featuring native gums, protected grasslands, and walking trails. Located in North Goulburn, it blends regional charm with convenience, proximity to community facilities, and easy access to Canberra and Sydney. Includes house-and-land packages and recent expansions with commercial elements like a new IGA supermarket and service station.
Mistful Park Estate
A 5-stage, 212-lot residential estate development by Ganter Constructions featuring residential blocks from 700-3700sqm, a commercial precinct with a supermarket underway, a service station commencing soon, a cafe, and community facilities. Stages 1, 2, 3, 4a, and 5 are sold out, with further block releases planned.
Goulburn Mulwaree Water and Sewer Infrastructure Upgrades
A multi-component program of water and sewer infrastructure upgrades across Goulburn and Marulan. Key works include a new Marulan Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) funded by $27.2 million federal Housing Support Program grant and $4.7 million council contribution, to serve an equivalent population of 9,000 (up from 1,500 capacity). LC Water Pty Ltd was awarded the Marulan Water Treatment Plant design and construct tender in November 2025, with detailed design progressing pending Section 60 regulatory approval.Marulan common effluent drainage (CED) system replacement was tendered to Level Plumbing and Gas Goulburn in early 2026. A new Marulan water reservoir is also progressing, with site preparation works beginning from late 2025. The Marulan Water Treatment Plant upgrade is budgeted at $13.9 million over two years. The Goulburn Wastewater Treatment Plant Stage 2 concept design is also underway. The program is intended to unlock over 400 new homes and support the rapidly growing Marulan township.
Homes NSW Social Housing Development - Crestwood
Proposed social housing development in the Crestwood area of Goulburn, featuring 20 one and two-bedroom units primarily designed for aged residents to provide affordable housing options for individuals in need of social housing assistance. The land swap proposal essential for the project was rejected by Goulburn Mulwaree Council in April 2025 following community objections.
Goulburn Community Centre
Development of a modern, sustainable, purpose-built civic space to serve as a central anchor for Goulburn Mulwaree Council's community services programs. The facility will provide community, social, recreation, respite and event opportunities for a wide range of ages and abilities. The preferred site is the former council depot at 2 Bourke Street, currently occupied by U3A Goulburn, the Gem Society and Goulburn and District Arts Society. The project was deferred indefinitely in September 2023 due to financial constraints and diminishing grant funding, with the council noting a timeline of 8 to 10 years and recommending an annual budget allocation be established.The existing community centre at 155 Auburn Street continues to operate in the interim under a renewed five-year lease.
Goulburn Regional Museum and Archive Facility
Proposed regional museum and archive facility celebrating Goulburn's close ties to the wool industry and its identity as Australia's First Inland City. Council's priority project plan identifies investigation of existing large wool stores near the Big Merino complex to firm up options, with a feasibility study required before any construction funding or delivery program is confirmed.
Goulburn Hospital Redevelopment
A $165 million redevelopment of Goulburn Hospital including a new four-storey Clinical Services Building with emergency department, operating theatres, intensive care unit, medical imaging, maternity unit, and comprehensive healthcare facilities. Completed in June 2024, this represents the most significant upgrade in the hospital's 130-year history.
11,928 residents of Goulburn are employed, from a labour force of 12,404. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 58.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% 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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Goulburn boasts a capable workforce with strong representation in essential services and maintains an unemployment rate of 3.8%. As of March 2026, 11,928 residents are employed, reflecting an unemployment rate that sits 0.3% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while workforce participation remains comparable to the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data indicates that only 7.8% of residents work from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns warrant consideration. The primary employment sectors include health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and retail trade. Public administration & safety stands out as a specialized sector, accounting for 1.6 times the regional share.
In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented at 1.8% compared to the regional average of 5.3%. Although local jobs exist, a comparison of Census working population to local population suggests many residents commute to other areas for employment. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the period to March 2026 saw the labour force shrink by 2.2% and employment drop by 1.7%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. This contrasts with Regional NSW, where employment decreased by 0.9%, the labour force fell by 0.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide additional context for anticipated future demand in Goulburn. These five and ten-year projections have been overlaid on the local employment structure to gauge potential growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector-specific growth varies considerably. When applied to Goulburn's employment composition, these industry forecasts indicate local employment should rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, with the caveat that this simple weighting extrapolation serves illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
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Median household income in Goulburn is $1,418 a week (about $74,000 a year), with median personal income at $749 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,417 a year against an average of $64,452. 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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According to AreaSearch aggregated data from the Australian Taxation Office for the financial year 2023, the Goulburn SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $54,417 and an average income of $64,452. These figures fall below the national average, unlike the regional New South Wales area which reports a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. When adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, projected values for March 2026 reach approximately $60,033 for the median and $71,103 for the average. Data from Census 2021 places household, family, and personal income levels in Goulburn at a modest position, falling between the 30th and 38th percentiles.
The largest income group contains 31.5% of residents, amounting to 8,123 individuals within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which mirrors the surrounding region's 29.9% in that same category. Housing costs exert significant strain on households, leaving only 83.8% of income available and placing the area at the 30th percentile for affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Goulburn had 9,486 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 4% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,636 a month. Rent absorbs 22.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census data, residential structures in Goulburn consisted of 84.6% houses and 15.5% alternative dwellings, including semi-detached units, apartments, and other housing types, whereas Regional NSW showed 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings. Home ownership rates in Goulburn trailed those of Regional NSW, standing at 34.1%, with the remaining properties held under mortgages (31.5%) or rentals (34.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment in Goulburn fell short of the Regional NSW mean at $1,636, and the median weekly rent was $320, in contrast to Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330 respectively.
On a national scale, Goulburn's mortgage repayments are markedly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs remain well below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Goulburn counted 9,486 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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At 64.6 percent of all households, family households are the most common type, which includes 24.7 percent of couples with children, 26.1 percent of couples without children, and 12.8 percent of single parent families. The remaining 35.4 percent of households are non-family households, with lone person households accounting for 32.7 percent and group households making up 2.8 percent of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.5% of adults in Goulburn hold a university qualification, including 11.6% with a bachelor degree and 3.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.3% hold a vocational qualification. 15 schools serve the area, with 4,656 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 970 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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University qualification rates stand at 17.5%, which is well below the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap presents both a challenge and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees account for 11.6% of qualifications, with postgraduate qualifications making up 3.6% and graduate diplomas representing 2.3%. Vocational training is widely represented, as 41.2% of residents aged 15 and older hold trade or technical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 30.3%. Formal education enrollment is quite high, with 29.0% of residents currently studying. This enrollment includes 10.8% in primary education, 7.5% in secondary education, and 3.3% in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Goulburn reaches 307 stops on 54 routes, timetabled for about 1,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 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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Goulburn features 307 active transport stops that include both train and bus services. These stops are covered by 54 separate routes and together deliver 1,497 passenger trips each week. Accessibility to transport is described as excellent, with most residents living just 150 meters from their closest stop. Because the area is mainly residential, most people travel away from home for work, and cars account for 94% of those journeys. The average number of vehicles per dwelling is 1.3, which is less than the regional average. Only 7.8% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.
Across all routes, there are an average of 213 trips per day, which works out to about 4 trips per week for each individual stop. A map accompanies this information and displays the 100 closest stops to the location centrepoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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60.5% of residents in Goulburn report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 93% of areas nationally. 7.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.4 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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An evaluation of mortality rates and chronic disease prevalence in Goulburn reveals significant health concerns affecting both younger and older demographics. Approximately 51% of the total population, which amounts to around 13,204 individuals, lacks private health cover. Arthritis and mental health problems are the leading medical conditions, affecting 11.1% and 9.6% of residents respectively. In contrast, 60.5% of the local population reports being entirely free from medical conditions, a figure that is slightly below the 63.3% rate observed in Regional NSW. Adults of working age encounter considerable health difficulties due to higher rates of chronic illnesses.
The region contains 20.6% of its residents aged 65 and over, totaling 5,325 people, which is a lower proportion than the 23.4% found in Regional NSW. Health outcomes for older adults show some difficulties, though national rankings generally match those of the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Goulburn is largely Australian-born, at 88.5% of residents, with 7.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (31.7%) and English (31.5%). 3.5% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Goulburn ranks below average for cultural diversity, with 87.9% of residents being citizens, 88.5% having been born in Australia, and 92.7% using English as the sole language at home. Christianity is the predominant faith in Goulburn, accounting for 62.5% of the local population, whereas the figure for Regional NSW stands at 55.9%. When examining ancestry based on parental country of birth, the leading groups in Goulburn are Australian, at 31.7%, English, at 31.5%, and Irish, at 10.0%. There are also significant differences in the proportions of other ethnic communities: Australian Aboriginal people are underrepresented in Goulburn at 3.5% compared to the regional rate of 4.6%, Maltese individuals are represented at 0.4% matching the regional 0.4%, and Koreans make up 0.2% of Goulburn versus 0.1% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Goulburn is 40. 25.8% 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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Goulburn has a median age of 40 years, which is just below the 43 year average for Regional NSW and a bit higher than the national median of 38. When looked at in comparison to the Regional NSW average, the 25 - 34 age group is clearly over-represented at 14.6%, whereas the 65 - 74 age group is under-represented at 10.7%. From the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group increased from 11.7% to 12.6% of the population. In contrast, the 45 to 54 age group decreased from 11.8% to 11.0%.
Forecasts for 2041 predict significant demographic shifts in Goulburn. The 25 to 34 age cohort is expected to expand noticeably, growing by 1,050 people (28%) from 3,755 to 4,806. The 15 to 24 group shows more modest growth at 6%, adding just 181 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Goulburn
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 22 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) | 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 — 799 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (24,565 at the 2021 Census → 25,790 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 (101051539). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.