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The median house price in Greenacre - North is $1.62m, with units at $820k. House values have moved 6.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Greenacre - North has an estimated 15,451 residents, up from 14,637 at the 2021 Census — a change of 814 people, or 5.6%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 64.8% of that increase. That puts 3,787 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Greenacre - North stands at approximately 15,451 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 814 people (5.6%) compared to the 14,637 people documented in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is derived from address validation following the Census alongside the ABS estimated resident population figure of 15,405 recorded as of June 2025. Across the area, this population density sits at 3,787 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the upper quartile of all areas evaluated across the nation by AreaSearch.
Exhibiting sound growth drivers, Greenacre - North's post-census expansion of 5.6% sits within 0.1 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (5.7%). Net overseas migration served as the primary contributor to demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 64.8% of aggregate population gains throughout recent intervals. Projections for each SA2 area released by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as a base year have been adopted by AreaSearch, with gaps supplemented by NSW State Government SA2 figures released in 2022 using 2021 as a base year. Furthermore, cohort-specific age expansion rates from these series are applied across all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. In line with wider demographic patterns, future expansion is anticipated to track slightly under the median of statistical areas evaluated by AreaSearch, with the local count projected to expand by 1,348 persons to 2041 according to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a cumulative rise of 8.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
264 new dwellings have been approved in Greenacre - North over the past five years, an average of 52 a year. That places the area in the 52nd 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, 42% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals across Greenacre - North have averaged roughly 52 properties per annum, culminating in 264 homes approved throughout the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Strong underlying demand supporting asset values is highlighted by an inflow averaging 2.1 people per year for every newly built dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), alongside an average construction value of $468,000 per new home. Meanwhile, commercial construction has remained subdued, with commercial building approvals totaling $8.9 million registered in the current financial year. Per capita building activity in Greenacre - North reaches roughly 64% of the level observed across Greater Sydney, positioning the locality in the 41st percentile nationally and generating tighter purchasing opportunities that bolster interest in established real estate.
Recent residential development has been split between standalone homes at 42.0% and townhouses or apartments at 58.0%. This leaning toward higher-density formats provides accessible entry price points for downsizers, first-time purchasers, and investors. It also marks a distinct transition away from the current dwelling distribution of 60.0% houses, illustrating reduced land availability alongside shifting lifestyle preferences toward varied and attainable housing options. With approximately 352 people per dwelling approval, the local property market displays established characteristics. According to the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch, Greenacre - North is forecasted to welcome an additional 1,302 residents through to 2041. Provided current building momentum continues, the forthcoming volume of residential additions should adequately satisfy local demand, sustaining favourable buying circumstances and potentially enabling demographic gains beyond existing projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Greenacre - North
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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 Greenacre - North, worth an estimated $221 million. A further 83 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $29.4 billion. 19 are already under construction and 39 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and transport & logistics. 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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Major infrastructure developments, planning initiatives, and civic works play a vital role in shaping the trajectory of the area. A total of 15 initiatives have been recorded by AreaSearch with the capacity to influence the locality. Prominent works include Kevin Hill Roberts Park Community Hub, Allum Park New Sports Amenities Building, Palms Hotel Redevelopment (Palms Village), and Chullora Marketplace Redevelopment, with key projects summarized in the subsequent overview.
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Kevin Hill Roberts Park Community Hub
New 1,000 square metre multi-purpose community facility in Greenacre comprising a 300 square metre Library and Knowledge Centre, 550 square metre multipurpose community centre with hall and meeting rooms, and 150 square metre shared foyer and amenities. Outdoor areas include a terrace connected to the hall and an outdoor reading room linked to the library, with landscaping, a new carpark and footpaths connecting to the Early Learning Centre, Greenacre Splash Park and Roberts Park Sporting Field.
Allum Park New Sports Amenities Building
Demolition of existing sports amenities buildings and design-construction of a new compliant, accessible single-storey sports amenities building at Allum Park. The new facility will provide modern and accessible amenities for players and spectators, enhancing the overall experience for families, sporting clubs and visitors while supporting healthier, active lifestyles and contributing to a stronger, more connected community.
Palms Village Redevelopment
Approved staged mixed-use redevelopment of The Palms Hotel site comprising a relocated pub, 56-room hotel, 92 apartments, 1,459 sqm of ground-floor commercial space, public domain improvements and 323 basement parking spaces. As of mid-2026 the approved development remains in Iris Capital's active development pipeline and the existing hotel continues operating while no major construction commencement has been publicly confirmed.
Eden Residential Development
A completed residential development comprising fourteen spacious townhouses and five low-rise apartment buildings totaling approximately 192 units. The development features landscaped gardens, tree-lined roadways, paved paths with a central turning circle, and a large recreational area with communal BBQ facilities, timber shade shelters, and grassed lawns. The project was completed in multiple stages with Stage 2 finished in 2022 and Stage 3 completed by 2023.
41-47 Punchbowl Road Mixed-Use Development
A 9-storey mixed-use development featuring 132 residential apartments (1, 2, and 3-bedroom), a 120-place childcare centre, ground-floor commercial space, and three levels of basement parking.
Belmore Sydney Metro Station Upgrade
The upgrade of the 130-year-old Belmore Station is part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project. It involves converting the existing T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards, featuring the installation of platform screen doors, mechanical gap fillers for level access, and heritage restoration of station buildings. As of May 2026, the project is in the final testing and commissioning phase, with intensive weekend closures scheduled through July to facilitate trial running and system integration before services commence in the second half of 2026.
Bankstown Exchange (Stage 1 - Bankstown Central Masterplan)
Bankstown Exchange is the initial phase of the 30-year Bankstown Central masterplan, creating a vibrant mixed-use destination. The project includes approximately 30,000 sqm of modern office space across three buildings, a new 'Eat Street' dining precinct, and 5,000 sqm of landscaped public space. It features a revitalized bus interchange to integrate with the Sydney Metro City and Southwest line. The development is designed to support the Bankstown Health and Education Innovation Precinct (BHEIP) and includes basement parking for 320 cars and 240 bicycles.
Salt Pan Creek Channel Repairs
Structural repairs and bank stabilization along Salt Pan Creek within the Cooks River catchment, affecting parts of Greenacre, Punchbowl, Belfield and nearby suburbs. Scope includes flood mitigation, stormwater channel rehabilitation, erosion control and environmental restoration works to improve waterway health and reduce flood risk.
5,955 residents of Greenacre - North are employed, from a labour force of 6,632. Unemployment sits at 10.2%, with participation at 55.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% 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 local labour market in Greenacre - North features an active workforce across multiple industries, accompanied by an unemployment rate of 10.2% and estimated employment growth of 3.2% over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents reached 5,955. Opportunities for improvement remain evident, as the unemployment rate sits 6.1% higher than the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney, while local labour force participation of 55.1% trails the Greater Sydney mark of 68.9%. Additionally, 35.4% of working locals indicated working from home in Census responses, though these figures were likely influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.
Leading employment fields for local residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Concentration is especially pronounced in transport, postal & warehousing, where local employment reaches 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 7.7% of working residents, trailing the Greater Sydney benchmark of 11.5%. Given the comparison between resident workers and local jobs recorded at the Census, this largely residential district generates a limited pool of internal employment positions. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM figures indicates that during the 12 months to March 2026, local employment expanded by 3.2% alongside a 3.6% increase in the labour force, resulting in a 0.4 percentage points rise in the unemployment rate. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% increase in employment, a 1.9% rise in the labour force, and a slight reduction in unemployment. Additional guidance regarding potential future workforce requirements in Greenacre - North is provided by the Jobs and Skills Australia national employment projections from Mar-26 across five and ten-year horizons. Across the country, total employment is anticipated to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying notably across sectors. Applying this industry outlook to the resident profile of Greenacre - North indicates potential local employment growth of 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (noting this represents a weighted projection for illustrative use and excludes localized demographic forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Greenacre - North is $1,429 a week (about $74,000 a year), with median personal income at $496 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,582 a year against an average of $56,316. 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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ATO postcode statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 reveal that the Greenacre - North SA2 recorded a median taxpayer earnings figure of $43,582 and an average of $56,316, trailing national figures as well as Greater Sydney benchmarks of $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average). Factoring in a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 place median earnings at approximately $48,080 and average earnings at $62,128. According to the 2021 Census, individual weekly earnings placed in the 3rd percentile at $496, whereas household earnings achieved the 31st percentile.
Across the income spectrum, the $1,500 - 2,999 category comprises the largest share at 29.2% of residents (4,511 people), aligning closely with the regional proportion of 30.9%. Affordability constraints are pronounced, with retained income standing at only 77.5%, ranking in the 22nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Greenacre - North had 4,079 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 60% detached houses and 8% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,253 a month. Rent absorbs 28.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 36.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing inventory in Greenacre - North was distributed between 59.7% houses and 40.3% other dwellings (apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), relative to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across Sydney metro. Outright ownership in Greenacre - North matched the Sydney metro level at 29.8%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 34.3% and rented properties represented 35.9%. Typical monthly mortgage repayments stood below the Sydney metro level of $2,427 at $2,253, and median weekly rent was $400 compared to $470 across Sydney metro.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Greenacre - North substantially exceed the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and local weekly rents remain above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Greenacre - North counted 4,079 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,306 today, averaging 3.3 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 90% of areas nationally, against 15% couples without children. 21% 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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Family units constitute the predominant living arrangement, making up 77.4% of total households. This consists of couples with children at 45.8%, single parent families at 15.6%, and couples without children at 14.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.6%, comprising lone person households at 20.6% alongside group households at 1.9%. The area records a median household size of 3.3 people, tracking above the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.8% of adults in Greenacre - North hold a university qualification, including 18.2% with a bachelor degree and 6.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 16.1% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 4,256 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,039 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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Higher education attainment levels present developmental challenges in the area, with 25.8% of residents holding university qualifications relative to the Greater Sydney benchmark of 38.0%, highlighting key avenues for educational programs. Bachelor degrees form the primary tertiary qualification at 18.2%, accompanied by postgraduate qualifications at 6.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. Vocational pathways are well represented, with 25.8% of people aged 15+ possessing technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 16.1%. Participation in formal learning across the district is substantial, encompassing 37.1% of the resident population.
This educational cohort is distributed across primary education at 11.9%, secondary education at 11.2%, and tertiary education at 7.3%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Greenacre - North reaches 171 stops on 27 routes, timetabled for about 3,100 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 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport connectivity across Greenacre - North is supported by 171 stops operating purely bus services. A network of 27 separate routes services these locations, delivering a combined total of 3,134 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is rated as excellent, with residents situated an average of 128 meters from their closest transport stop. Due to the area's predominantly residential character, commuting is primarily directed outward, with private vehicles accounting for 84% of commuter journeys and trains carrying 8%. Household vehicle ownership stands at 1.5 per dwelling, exceeding the broader regional figure.
Additionally, 35.4% of working residents performed their jobs from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Transit service frequency across the network provides an average of 447 trips per day across all routes, which translates to roughly 18 weekly trips per individual stop. The 100 closest stops relative to the geographic centrepoint are displayed on the adjacent map.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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75.1% of residents in Greenacre - North report no long-term health condition. 8.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.2 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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Evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic ailment rates by AreaSearch points to notable health headwinds in Greenacre - North, with health issues evident across younger as well as older demographics. Private health insurance coverage is notably restricted, encompassing roughly 48% of residents (~7,339 people), compared against 59.9% throughout Greater Sydney and a nationwide benchmark of 55.7%. Diabetes and arthritis represent the primary chronic conditions locally, diagnosed in 6.3 and 6.1% of the population, respectively, while 75.1% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
General wellness remains solid across the working-age demographic, which displays modest chronic disease levels. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 15.2% of the local community (2,347 people), with health measures for older cohorts presenting distinct challenges while broadly aligning with national senior benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.5% of Greenacre - North residents were born overseas and 68.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Lebanese (27.6%) and Australian (12.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Reflecting exceptional cultural diversity on a nationwide scale, Greenacre - North records 43.5% of its resident population born overseas, while 68.9% speak a non-English language at home. Islam represents the most widely practiced religion, followed by 48.0% of residents in Greenacre - North, in contrast to 6.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most prevalent ancestries in Greenacre - North include Lebanese at 27.6% (exceeding the regional level of 2.6%), Other at 24.8% (above the 16.0% regional mark), and Australian at 12.7% (below the regional benchmark of 17.8%).
Divergences are also evident among several other communities, with Korean ancestry accounting for 2.6% locally compared to 1.1% regionally, Vietnamese representing 2.2% against 1.8%, and Greek comprising 2.6% relative to 1.9%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Greenacre - North is 34, younger than 84% of areas nationally. 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 age structure of Greenacre - North leans heavily toward younger cohorts, with children and young adults (0 - 24) representing 38.2% of the population as at August 2026, relative to 30.4% across Greater Sydney. Young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) comprise 24.9% locally against a regional share of 31.4%. The estimated median age stood at 34 as at August 2026, matching the figure from the 2021 Census and remaining 3 years below the Greater Sydney median of 37 documented at that Census. Projections indicate the retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) will experience the strongest expansion through to 2041, increasing by 1,008 residents (43%) to 3,355, while the young to middle aged adult segment is anticipated to decrease over this duration.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Greenacre - North
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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 | Jun 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 Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (14,637 at the 2021 Census → 15,451 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 Aug 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 (119011655). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.