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The median house price in Guildford - South Granville is $1.42m, with units at $550k. House values have moved 7.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Guildford - South Granville has an estimated 24,124 residents, up from 22,386 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,738 people, or 7.8%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 212 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 57.8% of that increase. That puts 3,548 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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AreaSearch indicates that the population of Guildford - South Granville is approximately 24,124 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,738 individuals (7.8%) relative to the 22,386 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated utilizing the ABS estimated resident population of 24,112 in June 2025 alongside 212 validated new addresses identified after the Census. With a population density of 3,547 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks in the top quartile of all areas evaluated nationwide by AreaSearch. The area's 7.8% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 region and the state average of 7.1%, establishing it as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 57.8% of the total demographic gains in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are implemented for each SA2 region. For any SA2 regions where this data is unavailable, the 2022 population projections from the NSW State Government based on a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are extended to all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic estimates point to growth exceeding the national median, with the locality projected to add 3,385 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a overall rise of 14.0% over the 16 years.
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598 new dwellings have been approved in Guildford - South Granville over the past five years, an average of 119 a year. That places the area in the 64th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 64 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 61% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 111, 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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Guildford - South Granville averages approximately 119 residential building approvals annually, resulting in 598 total dwellings approved over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 102 approvals have been registered. Considering a ratio of 1.9 additional residents per built dwelling annually during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply remain balanced to support stable market conditions, though recent data indicates this ratio has risen to 6.9 residents per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to higher demand and scarcer supply. The average construction cost for new dwellings is $190,000, which sits below regional averages and highlights more budget-friendly choices for buyers.
Furthermore, commercial development approvals have reached $77.9 million this financial year, pointing to strong local business investment. Building activity per resident in Guildford - South Granville is roughly three-quarters of the level seen in Greater Sydney, placing it in the 46th percentile of locations analyzed across the country, which limits options for purchasers and sustains demand for established homes. Detached houses make up 61.0% of the new residential construction, while apartments and townhouses comprise the remaining 39.0%, showing an increasing diversity of attached dwellings that provide varied choices across different price brackets, from larger family residences to compact, affordable options. The area records roughly 359 people per approved dwelling, indicating a mature residential market. Based on the most recent quarterly figures from AreaSearch, demographic projections show Guildford - South Granville adding 3,373 residents by 2041. Given ongoing construction patterns, the supply of new dwellings is positioned to satisfy this demand, presenting favorable buying opportunities and potentially supporting population growth that outpaces current forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Guildford - South Granville, worth an estimated $525 million. A further 128 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $70.4 billion. 33 are already under construction and 58 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and community developments are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 24 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Notable developments include the Cumberland LED Street Lighting Program, the Guildford Town Centre Public Domain Plan, the Guildford Station Platform 2 Reconstruction, and the Mixed Use Development at 422-428 Guildford Road, with the key projects of interest listed below.
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Guildford Town Centre Public Domain Plan
Cumberland City Council adopted the Guildford Town Centre Public Domain Plan on 17 April 2024. The plan guides future public realm works for Guildford Town Centre, including streetscape treatments, surface materials, street furniture, landscaping, finishes, pedestrian amenity and design guidance for Council and developer-led public domain works.
Evolve Housing Merrylands Social and Affordable Housing
A 236-home social and affordable housing development delivering 23 social housing dwellings and 213 affordable homes close to Merrylands railway station and town centre. The project is funded through the Housing Australia Future Fund Facility and National Housing Accord Facility. Financial close has been achieved, the project is progressing toward delivery with completion expected during 2027.
246 Woodville Road Mixed-Use Development
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a mixed-use development with varying heights of 5 to 9 storeys, comprising commercial and retail premises, 413 residential apartments and shop top housing, childcare centre, 95-room hotel/serviced apartments, public park, and associated works including two levels of basement parking. A modification application in 2023 sought the addition of a third basement level for future car parking and inclusion of 6 Lansdowne Street within the development site.
Cumberland LED Street Lighting Program
Large-scale LED street lighting replacement program across the Cumberland LGA, with close to 11,000 old mercury vapour and compact fluorescent streetlights being replaced with energy-efficient LED luminaires. Delivered in partnership with Ausgrid and Endeavour Energy under the SSROC Street Lighting Improvement (SLI) Program. The upgrade is projected to reduce electricity consumption by up to 4,444 megawatt-hours per year and lower annual carbon emissions by approximately 4,000 tonnes. Main road lights include smart city-ready controls with Zhaga sensor interfaces for future parking, traffic and air quality monitoring.Program targeting completion by 2026.
Guildford Station Platform 2 Reconstruction
Sydney Trains is rebuilding Platform 2 at Guildford Station, which has reached the end of its serviceable life. The works raise the platform for level access to trains, reduce the platform-to-train gap, extend the platform at the city end for increased capacity, upgrade stormwater drainage, and modify the canopy over the pedestrian ramp and staircase for compliance. Most work occurs during scheduled track possession weekends, with some standard-hours work while the station stays operational. Construction is underway and is expected to take up to three years to complete.
32-34 Marian Street Development
Proposed residential development in Guildford featuring a low-rise apartment building with approximately 93 units, including basement parking and modern amenities.
266 Railway Terrace Co-Living Development
Development approved co-living housing development comprising 33 self-contained studio apartments over basement car parking with three large common living areas featuring outdoor terraces. Located 350 metres from Guildford train station and retail village in Sydney's western suburbs with excellent transport connectivity.
Woodville Road Corridor Planning Proposal
Planning proposal (PP-2024-873) to amend Cumberland Local Environmental Plan 2021 controls for 31 sites along Woodville Road, enabling higher-density residential and local centre development across three precincts: Woodville North, Merrylands East, and Woodville South. Gateway Determination approved 1 November 2024. Proposes rezoning to R3 Medium Density Residential, R4 High Density Residential, and E1 Local Centre, with maximum building heights of 31m to 41m, floor space ratios of 1.8:1 to 2.5:1, and incentives for affordable housing or public open space.Public exhibition ran 4 March to 17 April 2025. The proposal was returned to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for LEP drafting on 3 September 2025, and is scheduled for consideration at the Ordinary Council Meeting on 27 August 2025.
7,479 residents of Guildford - South Granville are employed, from a labour force of 8,967. Unemployment sits at 16.6%, with participation at 48.2%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 21,772, about 90% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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With a diverse mix of industries, Guildford - South Granville features a skilled labor force, an unemployment rate of 16.6%, and an estimated 4.4% expansion in jobs over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 7,479, while the unemployment rate was 12.5% higher than the Greater Sydney level of 4.1%, showing potential for improvement, and the participation rate of 48.2% is considerably lower than the 69.1% recorded in Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 29.9% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 restriction periods.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The workforce shows a distinct concentration in construction, which is 1.4 times the average representation in the region. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only 6.2% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. Comparing the resident workforce size to the local working population suggests this predominantly residential area has limited local job opportunities. According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM figures, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw employment rise by 4.4% and the labor force grow by 3.1%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% rise in employment and a 1.9% rise in the labor force, resulting in a minor reduction in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future workforce demands in Guildford - South Granville. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationwide employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment for residents could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this calculation is a basic weighted projection for illustration and excludes local population trends.
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Median household income in Guildford - South Granville is $1,223 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $472 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,361 a year against an average of $52,709. 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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Tax data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the Guildford - South Granville SA2 are below the national average. The median income for taxpayers in the area is $44,361, while the average income is $52,709, compared to Greater Sydney statistics of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting these figures for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $48,939 for median income and $58,149 for average income in March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that personal, family, and household incomes in Guildford - South Granville rank between the 2nd and 14th percentiles nationally.
The most common weekly household income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 27.3% of the population (6,585 people), which is similar to the wider region where 30.9% of households fall into this category. The area ranks in the 8th percentile for housing affordability, with residents retaining only 74.2% of their income after housing costs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Guildford - South Granville had 6,130 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 62% detached houses and 20% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 49% rented and 22% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,100 a month. Rent absorbs 29.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 39.6%. 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, the housing stock in Guildford - South Granville consisted of 62.2% separate houses and 37.8% multi-unit dwellings like apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas the Sydney metropolitan area recorded 55.9% separate houses and 44.1% other dwelling types. The home ownership rate of 22.4% is lower than the Sydney metro average, with the remaining properties being rented (48.7%) or mortgaged (28.8%). Local residents faced a median monthly mortgage payment of $2,100 and a median weekly rent of $360, both of which are lower than the Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470.
On a national level, mortgage costs in Guildford - South Granville exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents remain below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Guildford - South Granville counted 6,130 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,606 today, averaging 3.2 people each. 42% are couples with children, more than in 83% of areas nationally, against 15% couples without children. 24% 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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Families represent the majority of local living arrangements at 73.6% of households, consisting of couples with children at 42.1%, couples without children at 15.3%, and single parent households at 14.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.4%, which includes single person households at 23.6% and group housing arrangements at 2.9%. The median household size of 3.2 individuals exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
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22.1% of adults in Guildford - South Granville hold a university qualification, including 15.8% with a bachelor degree and 5.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.2% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 2,480 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 938 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 locality presents educational disparities, as its university attainment rate of 22.1% is lower than the SA4 regional average of 39.1%. This situation highlights a key area for targeted educational programs. Among residents with degrees, bachelor qualifications are most common at 15.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 28.1% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 17.2%. A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 38.0% of local residents currently enrolled in an educational institution.
This group includes 13.1% attending primary schools, 10.5% in secondary education, and 6.3% enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Guildford - South Granville reaches 141 stops on 39 routes, timetabled for about 5,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit options in Guildford - South Granville include 141 active train and bus stops. These stops support 39 distinct routes, providing 5,154 passenger journeys every week. Accessibility is strong, with residents living an average of 130 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the locality, with private vehicles serving as the primary transit mode for 80% of commuters, followed by trains at 12%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.2 cars per household. A significant 29.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.
Transit services average 736 daily trips across the network, which translates to roughly 36 weekly departures for each individual stop. The associated map displays the 100 closest transit stops relative to the geographical center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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77.3% of residents in Guildford - South Granville report no long-term health condition. 8.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health statistics show positive trends for residents of Guildford - South Granville, with AreaSearch analysis of mortality and overall health indicators aligning closely with national averages. The prevalence of common medical issues is low in the general community, though it rises above national averages in older, high-risk groups. The rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 46% of the population (~11,169 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Diabetes and arthritis represent the most common diagnosed conditions, affecting 6.1% and 5.8% of the population, respectively.
Conversely, 77.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, which is higher than the 74.6% recorded across Greater Sydney. Health indicators for residents under the age of 65 are better than the national average. Individuals aged 65 and over make up 13.1% of the population (3,157 people), compared to 15.5% in Greater Sydney, and seniors face some health challenges, ranking lower nationally than the younger demographics in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
47.8% of Guildford - South Granville residents were born overseas and 73.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 94% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Lebanese (27.1%) and Australian (12.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Guildford - South Granville ranks among the most culturally diverse areas nationally, with 47.8% of the population born outside of Australia and 73.7% using a non-English language at home. The most common religious affiliation is Islam, accounting for 50.5% of the local population, compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are Other at 31.8% of the population (exceeding the regional average of 16.0%), Lebanese at 27.1% (well above the regional average of 2.6%), and Australian at 12.1% (below the regional average of 17.8%).
Other demographics show varying levels of representation, with Vietnamese backgrounds making up 2.0% of Guildford - South Granville (compared to 1.8% regionally), Samoan backgrounds at 0.4% (compared to 0.5%), and Chinese backgrounds at 6.2% (compared to 8.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Guildford - South Granville is 31, younger than 95% of areas nationally. 31.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 31 years in Guildford - South Granville is lower than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national median of 38. The population shows a higher concentration of individuals aged 15 - 24 (16.0%) but a lower share of those aged 35 - 44 (12.9%) compared to Greater Sydney. Since 2021, the share of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 14.8% to 16.0%, and the 65 to 74 age group rose from 6.6% to 7.7%, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 15.6% to 14.7%.
Demographic models suggest the age structure will change by 2041, with the 75 to 84 cohort projected to increase by 690 people (71%) from 967 to 1,658, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Guildford - South Granville
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 13 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 Jul 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 — 212 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (22,386 at the 2021 Census → 24,124 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 (125031483). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.