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This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
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The median house price in Gunnedah is $590k, with units at $430k. House values have moved 10.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Gunnedah has an estimated 10,158 residents, up from 9,745 at the 2021 Census — a change of 413 people, or 4.2%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. That puts 113 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Gunnedah stands at approximately 10,158 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 413 individuals (4.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 9,745 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 10,144 from June 2025 alongside 93 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 112 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per inhabitant and scope for future expansion. The 4.2% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (3.6%), establishing the locality as a regional growth leader.
Natural increase was the primary driver of this expansion, accounting for roughly 56.2% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch adopts projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 areas, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For any SA2 sectors lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth rates derived from these sources are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic shifts, projections indicate population growth exceeding the national median for non-metropolitan zones, with the locality expected to grow by 1,267 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, translating to a cumulative increase of 12.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
211 new dwellings have been approved in Gunnedah over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That is 4.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 30 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 73% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, well below 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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Approval figures show that Gunnedah averages roughly 42 new residential builds annually, with 211 homes approved across the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 22 recorded so far in FY-26. With an average of 1.4 new inhabitants per constructed home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the balance between supply and demand remains steady, supporting quiet market dynamics. However, this metric rose to 3.5 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, pointing to escalating demand and a reduction in available stock.
Approved development projects carry a mean construction value of $284,000, aligning with regional averages. Additionally, commercial approvals reached $22.7 million during this financial year, indicating a moderate pace of commercial expansion. In comparison to Rest of NSW, Gunnedah exhibits a similar rate of building activity per capita, maintaining a balanced property market aligned with the wider territory. Recent building approvals consist of 73.0% detached houses and 27.0% medium and high-density options, preserving the region's established low-density layout dominated by family-oriented properties. A ratio of 600 people in the locality for every single dwelling approval highlights the quiet, low-intensity nature of the local building market. Projections for the future indicate that Gunnedah will add 1,253 inhabitants by 2041, measured from the latest quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Construction volumes are keeping pace with these expansion forecasts, though purchasers could face increased market rivalry as the population rises.
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 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Gunnedah, worth an estimated $700 million. A further 61 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $16.4 billion. 19 are already under construction and 27 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans energy, 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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Local performance is heavily shaped by developments in regional infrastructure, major works, and strategic planning. AreaSearch has identified a total of 14 projects positioned to influence the local area. Principal works include the Eucalypt Lifestyle and Retail Precinct, the Whitehaven Coal Mornington Estate Development, the Cohens Bridge Rehabilitation, and the Gunnedah Sports Precinct Master Plans, with the following index highlighting the most significant undertakings.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Eucalypt Lifestyle and Retail Precinct
Proposed lifestyle, health and retail precinct in the Gunnedah CBD by Stripes Group. The proposal covers about 6000 sqm with dual frontage to Conadilly Street and Little Conadilly Street, more than 3000 sqm of lettable space, about 80 car spaces, and anchor tenants including 360 Fitness Club and 360 Health Clinic. Public reporting in June 2025 indicated plans were expected to be submitted to Gunnedah Shire Council, with construction expected to take about 12 months after approval.
Gunnedah Sports Precinct Master Plans
Council-adopted master plans guiding staged upgrades to key sport and community precincts across Gunnedah, including the Showground and Riverine Precincts. Works proposed include upgraded playing surfaces, amenity and clubhouse improvements, parking and access upgrades, and new multi-purpose community facilities.
Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment
The $53 million Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment officially opened to the public on January 14, 2026. The project delivered a new single-storey acute services building which houses an expanded emergency department, a modern birthing, maternity, and inpatient unit, a new main entry and reception, and dedicated ambulance bays. The facility integrates with the existing hospital campus and includes landscaped gardens, courtyards, and culturally significant artworks. The redevelopment was delivered by Health Infrastructure in partnership with the Hunter New England Local Health District and built by Richard Crookes Constructions, providing enhanced healthcare services and contemporary facilities to support the Gunnedah community and surrounding regions.
Sawmill Business Centre Stage 2
Second stage development of the Sawmill Business Centre providing additional commercial and light industrial facilities. Project includes new warehouse spaces, office buildings, and improved infrastructure to support local business growth.
Gunnedah Koala Sanctuary
The Gunnedah Koala Sanctuary is a 50-acre conservation, wildlife hospital and eco-tourism destination on the Oxley Highway at Gunnedah. The $22.7 million facility includes a koala rehabilitation hospital with treatment suites and ICU rooms, gift shop, cafe, learning auditorium, koala and wildlife enclosures, walking trails, glamping tents, caravan and RV sites, volunteer accommodation, and a caretaker residence. Stages one and two are complete; stage three construction began June 2025 targeting December 2025 completion, with a public opening anticipated in March-April 2026.The project expects to draw 90,000 visitors annually and create local jobs. A park operator is yet to be confirmed.
Whitehaven Coal Mornington Estate Development
Whitehaven Coal's staged residential estate in Gunnedah, delivering housing for the mining workforce and broader community. The development on Redgum Road (off Bottle Brush Avenue) will deliver approximately 170 lots and 90 dwellings across five stages. Stage 4 was modified to consolidate 4A and 4B into 42 lots. Larger blocks on the high side of the estate are targeted at families. The project addresses a chronic housing shortage in the Gunnedah Basin driven by mining sector growth.
Cohens Bridge Rehabilitation
The NSW Government is investing $10.6 million to rehabilitate Cohens Bridge over the Namoi River in Gunnedah, enhancing safety, structural integrity, and heritage preservation through deck replacement, metal repairs, and repainting.
Gunnedah 1000 New Homes Strategic Plan
A strategic framework led by Gunnedah Shire Council to facilitate the delivery of up to 1,000 new homes by 2040. Supported by a $202,500 NSW Government grant under the Regional Housing Strategic Planning Fund, the initiative comprised an updated Local Housing Strategy (adopted by Council June 2023, updated May 2024, and endorsed by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure in September 2024), a new Development Control Plan 2025, and a Section 7.12 Local Contributions Plan.Both the Development Control Plan 2025 and the Contributions Plan were formally adopted by Council at its June 2025 Ordinary Meeting, alongside supporting water and sewer network capacity assessments intended to unlock zoned residential land, including growth areas identified along Wandobah Road, McCalls Road/Howes Road in West Gunnedah, and the eastern end of Maitland Street, and to streamline the development application process.
5,407 residents of Gunnedah are employed, from a labour force of 5,574. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 71.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is evenly distributed between professional and industrial roles, with strong representation in manufacturing and production activities, alongside a very low unemployment rate of 3.0%. As of March 2026, 5,407 inhabitants are employed, which places the local unemployment rate 1.1% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%. Furthermore, labor participation is exceptionally high at 71.2% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Data from the Census indicates that only 7.5% of workers run their businesses or perform their roles from home, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns during that period should be kept in mind.
The resident workforce is heavily concentrated within mining, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The area exhibits a major specialization in the mining sector, where the employment share is 6.8 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, health care & social assistance is underrepresented locally at 11.5% compared to the regional average of 16.9%. While local positions are available, the comparison between the Census working population and local jobs suggests a high number of workers travel outside the area for their employment. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.1% while total employment fell by 3.4%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 0.9% and the labor force shrink by 0.4%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Gunnedah. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with local industry structures to estimate future employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these trajectories vary widely by sector. Applying these national sector forecasts to the local industry distribution suggests Gunnedah's employment numbers could rise by 5.3% over five years and 12.0% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted projection for illustration that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Gunnedah is $1,535 a week (about $80,000 a year), with median personal income at $788 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,119 a year against an average of $70,764. 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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Income data from the ATO aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that earnings in the Gunnedah SA2 exceed the national average. Taxpayers in the Gunnedah SA2 have a median income of $57,119 and an average income of $70,764, compared to Regional NSW averages of $52,390 and $65,215. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated current earnings would be roughly $63,014 for the median and $78,067 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual earnings sit in a moderate bracket, ranging between the 37th and 46th percentiles.
The largest income cohort comprises 30.9% of residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,138 individuals), which matches the wider region where this same bracket accounts for 29.9% of earners. Once housing costs are met, residents retain 85.8% of their income for other living costs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Gunnedah had 3,616 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 2% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 19.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.6%. 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 latest Census, the housing composition in Gunnedah consists of 87.6% houses and 12.5% alternative dwelling types like townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in Gunnedah are lower than the Regional NSW average, sitting at 32.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (34.2%) or rented (33.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,500 is much lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent of $300 sits below the regional level of $330.
When looked at nationally, mortgage commitments in Gunnedah are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Gunnedah counted 3,616 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 30% 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 bulk of local households at 66.5%, consisting of couples with children (27.3%), couples without children (25.5%), and single-parent households (12.3%). The remaining 33.5% consists of non-family households, which are primarily lone-person dwellings (30.3%) and group households (3.3%). The median household size of 2.4 individuals aligns with the Regional NSW average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.7% of adults in Gunnedah hold a university qualification, including 10.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.4% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 87% of areas nationally. A further 33.9% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,204 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 908 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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Educational outcomes in the region present distinct hurdles, as the proportion of residents holding university degrees (14.7%) falls far short of the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap highlights a significant opportunity for focused educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are most common at 10.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational training is highly prevalent, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (33.9%). Enrolment rates in educational programs are high, with 31.8% of the local population actively participating in study.
Of those studying, 13.6% are in primary schools, 8.0% attend secondary schools, and 2.6% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Gunnedah reaches 227 stops on 38 routes, timetabled for about 780 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of transit options shows 227 public transport stops in operation across Gunnedah, providing a combination of rail and bus options. These locations are connected by 38 separate routes, which support a total of 775 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is rated as highly convenient, with residents living an average of 197 meters from their closest transit point. The area is mostly residential, meaning the majority of workers travel out for work, with private cars remaining the primary choice for 91% of trips. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A minor share of 7.5% of workers operate from home based on the 2021 Census, which was potentially affected by pandemic restrictions.
Average service frequency stands at 110 runs per day across all available routes, which translates to roughly 3 weekly journeys per individual stop. The associated map outlines the 100 closest transit points relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.3% of residents in Gunnedah report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 76% of areas nationally. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health assessments indicate notable difficulties for Gunnedah, based on AreaSearch's analysis of mortality trends and the occurrence of chronic conditions across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a high level of private medical cover held by approximately 54% of the population (~5,495 people). In comparison, the private cover rate across Regional NSW is 51.9%. Arthritis and asthma are the most widely reported medical diagnoses in the region, each affecting 9.1% of inhabitants, while 65.3% of the population reported no chronic conditions whatsoever, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Residents of working age display higher-than-average rates of chronic illnesses.
Inhabitants aged 65 and older represent 18.8% of the local population (1,912 individuals), which is below the Regional NSW proportion of 23.4%. Seniors' health measures show some vulnerabilities, with national health standings generally matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Gunnedah is largely Australian-born, at 93.7% of residents, with 4.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.9%) and English (28.1%). 12.1% 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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Cultural diversity metrics show the area ranks below average, with citizenship at 88.8%, Australian-born residents making up 93.7% of the population, and 95.9% of households using only English. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 62.1% of local residents, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages in Gunnedah are Australian at 33.9%, English at 28.1%, and Australian Aboriginal at 12.1%, which is significantly higher than the regional average of 4.6%. Other notable ethnic variations exist, such as Irish ancestry representing 8.0% of the population (compared to 8.8% regionally), South Australian heritage at 0.3% (compared to 0.2%), and Filipino heritage at 0.8% (compared to 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Gunnedah is 36. 25.7% 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 36 years in Gunnedah is much lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 and also sits below the national median of 38 years. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 14.8% compared to Regional NSW, while the 65 - 74 bracket is less common at 9.0%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 35 to 44 age cohort increased from 11.6% to 12.7% of the total population, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 11.0% to 9.8%. Projections for the year 2041 point to shifts in the local age structure, led by a 32% increase (327 individuals) in the 45 to 54 cohort to reach 1,355 from 1,027, while the 65 to 74 group is expected to contract by 38 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Gunnedah
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 12 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 93 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,745 at the 2021 Census → 10,158 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 (110041199). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.