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The median house price in Grafton is $522k, with units at $420k. House values have moved 6.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Grafton has an estimated 19,973 residents, up from 19,255 at the 2021 Census — a change of 718 people, or 3.7%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. 159 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 188 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’s assessment, the population of Grafton stands at approximately 19,973 as of May 2026. This figure represents a rise of 718 individuals, which corresponds to a 3.7% increase compared to the 2021 Census count of 19,255 residents. The adjustment is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 19,905 recorded as of June 2025, plus 159 newly validated addresses registered after the Census date. With this population level, the area achieves a density of 188 persons per square kilometer, offering ample space per resident and leaving room for potential expansion.
The 3.7% growth since the last census places Grafton within 0.9 percentage points of the SA4 regional average of 4.6%, indicating strong competitive growth conditions. Recent population gains have been largely fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 70.3% of total growth in recent years. AreaSearch relies on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 and based on 2022 data. For SA2 areas excluded from this dataset, the organization uses projections from the NSW State Government, released in 2022 with 2021 as the baseline. Age-specific growth rates from these aggregated models are also applied to all areas covering the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, demographic projections suggest Grafton will experience population growth slightly below the national median for non-metropolitan regions, with an anticipated increase of 1,919 people by 2041, bringing the total to reflect a 9.3% gain over the 16-year span based on the latest annual ERP figures.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
274 new dwellings have been approved in Grafton over the past five years, an average of 54 a year. That places the area in the 51st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 46 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 63% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 55, 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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Grafton has maintained an annual average of 54 new dwelling approvals, which adds up to 274 homes across the last 5 financial years. During the current fiscal period, 51 approvals have been logged so far. Over the five-year span from FY-21 to FY-25, the region has seen an average of 2 new residents arriving for each newly approved home, indicating a balanced market that sustains stable conditions. New properties are being built with an average construction cost of $289,000, aligning with typical regional values. Commercial development has also been active, with $76.9 million worth of approvals recorded this financial year, signaling strong local business engagement.
When compared to the Rest of NSW, Grafton demonstrates roughly half the construction activity per capita and ranks at the 41st percentile nationally, suggesting somewhat restricted buyer choices while increasing demand for existing properties. This level of activity is lower than the national average, which reflects a mature market and hints at potential development limitations. The housing mix includes 63.0% standalone homes and 37.0% medium and high-density housing, with a growing proportion of attached units that cater to various price points, ranging from large family residences to more affordable compact units. This shift contrasts sharply with the current pattern of 82.0% houses, pointing to reduced availability of developable land and adaptation to changing lifestyle and affordability requirements. The ratio of 821 people per dwelling approval highlights the area’s tranquil and low-intensity development character. Population projections suggest Grafton will attract 1,851 new residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Development is progressing at a steady pace in line with growth expectations, though rising population numbers may lead to increased competition among buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Grafton, worth an estimated $343 million. A further 74 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.45 billion. 23 are already under construction and 21 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 infrastructure changes, major projects, and planning initiatives can have a profound effect on an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 8 projects that may influence the region. Among the key initiatives are the Grafton Base Hospital Redevelopment, Grafton Lifestyle Centre, Grafton Regional Aquatic Centre, and Grafton Waterfront Precinct. The list below highlights those projects most likely to be relevant.
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Grafton Base Hospital Redevelopment
The 263.8 million dollar redevelopment includes a new three-storey Acute Services Building with an expanded Emergency Department, Medical Imaging, MRI, and an expanded Day Surgery and Operating Suite with two additional theatres. While early enabling works involving the refurbishment of the former Grafton Gaol for staff accommodation and administration are underway as of 2026, the main hospital campus works remain in the detailed planning and design phase following the Review of Environmental Factors in early 2026.
Grafton Lifestyle Centre
A $70 million large-format retail and lifestyle precinct on a 3.42-hectare site in South Grafton. Designed by Bruce Henderson Architects, the project features 13,500 sqm of retail space with a 5 Star NABERS and 6 Star Green Star target. The design draws inspiration from the historic Grafton Bridge and includes vertical gardens, EV charging, and a community hub for food trucks and public art. Major tenants include Anaconda, Total Tools, Repco, Petbarn, RSEA, Anytime Fitness, Banjo's Bakery, and Oz Education Early Learning Centre.
Treelands Drive Community Centre Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the Treelands Drive Community Centre in Grafton to provide enhanced community facilities and services. The project aims to create a modern, accessible community hub that meets the evolving needs of local residents.
Grafton Regional Aquatic Centre
$29.1 million redevelopment of Grafton Regional Aquatic Centre by Hines Construction featuring a 50-metre outdoor pool and grandstand, indoor aquatic facility with two 25-metre heated pools, splash pad, new waterslides, electrical substation, and renovation of existing amenities and front entrance. The project includes demolition of existing facilities and is staged to maximise efficiency and service delivery to the community. Construction is on track for completion in December 2024.
Grafton Waterfront Precinct
A $6.5 million transformation of the Grafton riverbank into a family-friendly recreational hub featuring a 700-metre long, 3-metre wide shared user path along the Clarence River, new jetty, accessible footpaths, plaza areas, extensive landscaping, lighting, seating areas, and improved river access connecting Memorial Park to Clarence Street and Salty Seller Reserve.
Alice Street Levee Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation of the Alice Street levee including targeted rock protection to the toe of the riverbank between Alice Street and Queen Street, replacement of failed retaining walls, and ancillary works along the length of the levee. The project reduces flood damage to 4,500 properties and mitigates risk to life for 10,000 residents in North Grafton as part of critical floodplain infrastructure improvements. Completed June 27, 2024.
Rushforth Road Manufactured Home Estate
$6.65 million development application for 95-lot manufactured home estate at South Grafton providing affordable housing options for the local community. Includes demolition of existing buildings, community building, 25m x 10m swimming pool, children's play area, community gardens, recreation areas, and landscaped areas to support sustainable community living. Currently being assessed by Clarence Valley Council.
Clarence Correctional Centre
Australia's largest prison facility accommodating 1,700 inmates. Located 12.5km south-east of Grafton, the facility features state-of-the-art security and surveillance with a focus on rehabilitation. Officially opened July 25, 2020. Delivered by NSW Government in partnership with NorthernPathways consortium.
7,471 residents of Grafton are employed, from a labour force of 8,040. Unemployment sits at 7.1%, with participation at 50.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% 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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Grafton maintains a balanced mix of white and blue collar jobs with essential services well represented, an unemployment rate of 7.1%, and an estimated employment growth of 2.1% over the past year. As of March 2026, 7,471 residents are employed while the unemployment rate sits at 3.0% above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation lags significantly at 50.0% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%. Census data indicates that only 8.0% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and public administration & safety.
Public administration & safety shows particularly strong specialization in this area with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 2.7% of Grafton's workforce compared to 5.3% in Regional NSW. Local employment opportunities exist but many residents commute elsewhere for work, based on the count of Census working population to local population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, during the year to March 2026, employment levels increased by 2.1% and the labour force increased by 0.1%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 1.8 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced an employment decline of 0.9% and a labour force decline of 0.4%, with a 0.5 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Grafton. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Grafton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Grafton is $1,125 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $607 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,438 a year against an average of $54,287. 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 aggregated the most recent postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023, revealing that the Grafton SA2 recorded a median income for taxpayers of $46,438 and an average income of $54,287. These figures are lower than the national average, while Regional NSW reported figures of $52,390 and $65,215 for median and average income respectively. With Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, projected estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $51,230 for median income and $59,889 for average income. Data from the 2021 Census indicate that household, family and personal incomes in Grafton rank between the 8th and 12th percentiles on a national scale.
Income distribution patterns show that 28.4% of the population, which amounts to 5,672 individuals, earn between $800 and $1,499, whereas the $1,500 to $2,999 bracket is the most common in regional areas at 29.9%. Housing affordability challenges are pronounced, with only 83.4% of income available for housing, placing the area at the 10th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Grafton had 7,616 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 82% detached houses and 8% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 26.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.7%. 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 most recent Census data, the residential breakdown in Grafton showed that 82.4 percent of the structures were houses, while the remaining 17.6 percent consisted of other dwelling types such as semi-detached units, apartments, and other categories. This distribution closely mirrors the figures for Regional NSW, which recorded 82.6 percent houses and 17.4 percent other dwellings. Home ownership rates in Grafton aligned with those across Regional NSW, standing at 37.8 percent. The rest of the housing stock was divided between mortgaged properties at 28.3 percent and rented units at 33.9 percent.
Financial metrics also reflect a more affordable housing market in the region. The median monthly mortgage payment in Grafton was notably lower than the Regional NSW benchmark of $1,300. Weekly rental costs averaged $300, which contrasts with the higher Regional NSW averages of $1,733 for mortgages and $330 for rent. On a national scale, Grafton's housing costs remain significantly beneath the Australian averages, with mortgage repayments falling short of the $1,863 national figure and weekly rents well under the $375 national standard.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Grafton counted 7,616 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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At 63.8%, family households account for the majority of all households, which includes 20.6% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 15.7% single parent families. Lone person households make up 32.9% of the total, while group households account for 3.3%, bringing the non-family household share to 36.2%. The median household size stands at 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.4% of adults in Grafton hold a university qualification, including 9.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 32.7% hold a vocational qualification. 11 schools serve the area, with 3,551 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 898 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 region encounters academic hurdles, as the rate of university qualifications stands at 13.4%, which is significantly lower than the New South Wales average of 32.2%. This gap presents both a problem and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary credential, at 9.7%, while postgraduate qualifications account for 2.0% and graduate diplomas for 1.7%. Vocational training is widely held, with 41.7% of people aged 15 and over possessing trade or technical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 32.7%. School and college involvement remains strong, with 28.1% of residents actively attending formal schooling.
This figure covers 10.8% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 2.5% in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Grafton reaches 203 stops on 104 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 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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Grafton features 203 active transport stops that include both trains and buses. These stops are covered by 104 distinct routes, delivering 1,402 weekly passenger trips in total. Accessibility is considered good since residents generally live 205 meters from the closest stop. As a mainly residential zone, the majority of residents travel outward for work, with cars accounting for 92% of trips and walking for 5%. Each dwelling has an average of 1.2 vehicles, which is less than the regional average. A modest 8.0% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census; this figure might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.
On average, all routes operate 200 trips daily, which works out to roughly 6 weekly trips per stop. The linked map displays the 100 closest stops to the area’s centrepoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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57.7% of residents in Grafton report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 91% of areas nationally. 9.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.0 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality figures and the spread of long-term illnesses, significant health concerns are apparent throughout Grafton, with various ailments affecting both youth and the elderly while only about 47% of the total population, which amounts to roughly 9,347 individuals, holds private health insurance. This figure is lower than the 51.9% coverage rate seen across Regional NSW and falls short of the national average of 55.7%. The leading health problems identified in the locality include arthritis and psychological disorders, which affect 11.2% and 10.8% of the community, respectively, whereas 57.7% of locals report being entirely free from medical problems, a proportion that is below the 63.3% reported in Regional NSW.
Adults of working age experience considerable health difficulties, particularly regarding high levels of persistent conditions. The community includes 23.6% of residents who are 65 years of age or older, representing 4,705 people. Health results for this older demographic show certain difficulties, though national rankings generally match those of the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Grafton is largely Australian-born, at 93.6% of residents, with 3.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (34.5%) and English (30.9%). 7.5% 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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Grafton ranks below average for cultural diversity, with 91.6% of residents being citizens, 93.6% born in Australia, and 96.7% using English as their sole home language. Christianity dominates the religious landscape in Grafton, accounting for 56.7% of the population, which is slightly higher than the 55.9% rate observed across Regional NSW. When examining ancestry based on parents' country of birth, the leading groups in Grafton are Australian at 34.5%, English at 30.9%, and Irish at 8.3%. Certain ethnic communities show distinct patterns of representation compared to regional averages, including Australian Aboriginal people who are overrepresented at 7.5% versus 4.6% regionally, Germans at 3.3% compared to 3.1%, and Scots at 7.5% against a regional figure of 8.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Grafton is 42. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 23.3% 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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Grafton's median age stands at 42 years, which is close to the Regional NSW average of 43 but notably higher than Australia's national figure of 38 years. The age distribution reveals a particularly large share of 5 - 14 year-olds at 13.0%, whereas the 65 - 74 age bracket is relatively small at 11.2%, compared to Regional NSW. Between 2021 and the present, the 35 to 44 age group has expanded from 10.4% to 11.8% of the total population. On the other hand, the 55 to 64 age cohort has shrunk from 12.5% down to 11.4%.
Demographic projections for 2041 suggest major shifts in Grafton's population structure. The 25 to 34 age group is expected to experience the most significant increase, growing by 19% and gaining 434 new residents to reach a total of 2,689. Meanwhile, both the 55 to 64 and 65 to 74 age groups are forecast to see population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Grafton
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 7 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 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 — 159 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,255 at the 2021 Census → 19,973 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 (104011080). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.