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The median house price in Hamilton - Broadmeadow is $1.33m, with units at $760k. House values have moved 6.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Hamilton - Broadmeadow has an estimated 13,221 residents, up from 12,772 at the 2021 Census — a change of 449 people, or 3.5%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 141 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,959 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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As of Aug 2026, demographic assessments by AreaSearch place the population of Hamilton - Broadmeadow at roughly 13,221 residents. Compared to the 12,772 people documented in the 2021 Census, this represents an addition of 449 people (3.5%). This calculation incorporates the ABS estimated resident population figure of 13,197 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 141 validated new addresses identified following the Census. The local density reaches 1,958 persons per square kilometer, outpacing the typical national figure across locations evaluated by AreaSearch. With a post-census expansion rate of 3.5%, the locality tracks within 1.6 percentage points of Rest of NSW (5.1%), highlighting solid underlying growth.
Inward overseas migration served as the primary catalyst for these demographic additions, representing virtually the entire source of local expansion over recent timeframes. Projections published in 2024 (using 2022 as a base year) by ABS/Geoscience Australia are incorporated for each SA2, while SA2 territories omitted from that release draw upon NSW State Government projections published in 2022 (benchmarked to 2021). Age-cohort growth trajectories from these sources are likewise integrated across all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future projections indicate population growth tracking slightly underneath the median for regional Australian non-metropolitan districts, with Hamilton - Broadmeadow projected to add 1,328 persons by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP benchmarks, equating to an overall rise of 9.9% across the 16 years.
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771 new dwellings have been approved in Hamilton - Broadmeadow over the past five years, an average of 154 a year. That places the area in the 65th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 154 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 6% 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 in Hamilton - Broadmeadow have averaged roughly 154 dwellings annually, accumulating to 771 homes over the course of the preceding 5 financial years. With an average of only 0.6 new residents per year per dwelling constructed between FY-22 and FY-26 across the past 5 financial years, residential additions are keeping pace with or exceeding local demand, expanding options for prospective purchasers and creating capacity for population gains beyond current forecasts, with new dwellings reflecting an average expected construction cost of $469,000. Additionally, commercial development shows considerable strength, supported by $180.5 million in commercial approvals recorded during this financial year.
Per capita residential building approvals in Hamilton - Broadmeadow exceed Rest of NSW by 131.0%, widening buyer opportunities even as construction activity has eased across recent cycles. Approval volumes sit markedly higher than the Australian benchmark, demonstrating strong builder and developer engagement. Newly approved housing consists of 6.0% standalone homes and 94.0% attached dwellings, presenting a distinct focus on higher-density configurations that provides accessible price points for first-home buyers, downsizers, and property investors. This represents a noticeable transition away from the established dwelling fabric (which currently comprises 62.0% houses), reflecting constraints on available greenfield land along with shifting lifestyle choices and affordability considerations. With roughly 520 people per approval, the district exhibits the profile of an established urban environment. According to the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch, Hamilton - Broadmeadow is projected to gain 1,303 residents by 2041. Ongoing residential development trajectories suggest that the incoming supply of housing will comfortably accommodate projected demand, maintaining favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling local demographic growth to surpass existing forecasts.
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 23 current infrastructure and development projects inside Hamilton - Broadmeadow, worth an estimated $2.67 billion. A further 63 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $81.3 billion. 24 are already under construction and 25 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 economic momentum is heavily influenced by transport upgrades, public works, and planning frameworks. A total of 50 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a probable influence on the district. Notable initiatives include the Parkway Avenue Roundabout Safety Improvements, Rail Bridge Row Affordable Housing Development, Newcastle Future Transit Corridor, and the Gregson Park Masterplan, with key individual undertakings outlined below.
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Newcastle Future Transit Corridor
A protected 3.2-kilometre multi-modal transport corridor extending from the Newcastle Interchange (Wickham) to the Broadmeadow precinct via Tudor and Belford streets. The project safeguards land for future high-capacity transport modes, including rapid bus or light rail systems, supporting the Broadmeadow Place Strategy's goal of 20,000 new homes and 15,000 jobs over 30 years. As of early 2026, the corridor alignment is confirmed and gazetted, with planning controls implemented. The NSW Government has finalised rezonings for initial government-owned sites to facilitate transit-oriented development, while detailed design and mode selection are subject to future funding.
Transport Oriented Development Area - Hamilton Station
A state-led urban renewal initiative under the NSW TOD Program, implementing new planning controls within 400 metres of Hamilton Station to stimulate high-density residential growth. The reforms permit residential flat buildings up to 22 metres and shop-top housing up to 24 metres, with a maximum floor space ratio of 2.5:1. As of 2024, the program has transitioned from planning to implementation, with the SEPP (Housing) amendment formally applying these controls to the Hamilton precinct to accelerate housing delivery.
Parkway Avenue Roundabout Safety Improvements
Safety upgrades to two roundabouts on Parkway Avenue (at National Park Street and Smith Street) to improve safety and connectivity for cyclists, pedestrians and motorists. Works include kerb realignments, enlarged central islands, full width speed humps, raised shared path crossings (raised priority path crossings), new street lighting/signage, landscaping and off-road cyclist bypasses. Construction began 19 Aug 2025 with completion expected in early 2026.
Dairy Farmers Towers
A landmark redevelopment of the historic Dairy Farmers Corner featuring two residential towers of 30 and 25 storeys. The project delivers 191 luxury apartments and five levels of commercial space. It incorporates heritage-listed elements including the iconic glass milk bottle and clock tower into a public art installation. Resident amenities include a precinct pool, gym, wine bar with cellar, and a collaborative work hub.
The Store Newcastle
A major redevelopment of the historic former Newcastle Co-Operative Store site into two luxury residential towers reaching 28 and 30 storeys. The project features 352 apartments ranging from one to four bedrooms. Residents have access to an acre of resort-style amenities including a swimming pool, tennis court, rooftop observation deck, and private event spaces. The ground floor integrates retail and commercial spaces, connecting directly to the Newcastle Interchange.
Gregson Park Masterplan
A 10-year masterplan for Gregson Park in Hamilton, adopted by City of Newcastle Council on 23 November 2021 following community consultation and public exhibition. The plan celebrates the site's European and Indigenous heritage while renewing recreational facilities. The new inclusive playspace, featuring a six-metre climbing tower, nature and water play, a yarning circle and bush tucker garden, upgraded amenities building and covered picnic area, was completed and officially reopened on 4 October 2024. Remaining long-term priorities, subject to Council budget, include a community shelter on the former bowling club site, a multi-sports half court, resurfaced tennis courts, potential community gardens and kiosk, and demolition of the deteriorated glasshouse, with investigation works into its removal continuing subject to funding.
Hamilton South Social Housing Renewal
A major renewal of the Hamilton South public housing estate led by Homes NSW. The project prioritises tenant-led improvements and the formation of a Tenant Leadership Group in partnership with the Hunter Community Alliance, supported by $450,000 in funding over three years starting mid-2025. While focusing on critical maintenance and repairs, the project also explores long-term redevelopment of outdated properties into modern townhouses and mixed-tenure housing to address regional demand and improve community wellbeing.
Newcastle Future Transit Corridor
A protected transit corridor running from Newcastle Interchange to the Broadmeadow precinct via Tudor and Belford streets, safeguarding land for future public transport options including rapid bus or light rail services. In 2025, the preferred corridor was confirmed and a section near the Interchange was rezoned to SP2 Infrastructure under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021. Delivery of future rail infrastructure remains subject to a business case and funding. The corridor also maintains options for potential extensions to John Hunter Hospital.
7,323 residents of Hamilton - Broadmeadow are employed, from a labour force of 7,785. Unemployment sits at 5.9%, with participation at 68.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,669, about 126% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 labor market in Hamilton - Broadmeadow is characterised by an educated talent pool and strong representation across essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 5.9%. Figures for March 2026 indicate that 7,323 residents are currently employed, while local unemployment exceeds Regional NSW's 4.1% by 1.8%, and the local participation rate of 68.1% sits substantially higher than the regional benchmark of 60.6%. Census findings revealed that 32.0% of local workers performed their duties from home, an outcome that may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions at the time. Resident employment is primarily clustered within health care & social assistance, education & training, as well as accommodation & food.
Professional & technical services demonstrate notable local concentration, capturing a workforce proportion 1.9 times the regional standard. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.3% of resident employment relative to 5.3% across the wider region. Recording 1.1 workers for every resident at the Census, the area operates as an employment center that provides more jobs than resident workers and draws labor from neighbouring localities. AreaSearch assessment of data from SALM and the ABS indicates that over the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local workforce decreased by 0.4% as employment contracted by 2.8%, driving a 2.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% decline in employment, a 0.4% reduction in the workforce, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Long-term perspective on future labor requirements is provided by Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from Mar-26, which model five-year and ten-year industry trends against the local workforce structure. Nationwide employment is projected to expand by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these industry growth rates to Hamilton - Broadmeadow's sectoral mix points to potential local employment gains of 7.3% over five years and 14.8% over ten years (representing a baseline weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population adjustments).
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Median household income in Hamilton - Broadmeadow is $1,669 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $877 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,950 a year against an average of $79,644. 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 place the median taxpayer income in the Hamilton - Broadmeadow SA2 at $58,950, alongside an average taxpayer income of $79,644. These figures rank among the upper tiers nationally, exceeding the corresponding Regional NSW benchmarks of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average). Accounting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest an approximate median of $65,034 and an average of $87,863 as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census data, individual weekly income sits at the 63rd percentile ($877 weekly), while household income ranks at the 45th percentile.
Regarding earnings bands, 28.1% of residents (3,715 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the wider regional share of 29.9%. Local housing costs create notable financial pressure, leaving 82.7% of income available (placing the area in the 45th percentile), while the overall SEIFA income measure positions the community within the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Hamilton - Broadmeadow had 5,263 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 62% detached houses and 21% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,115 a month. Rent absorbs 22.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.2%. 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 stock in Hamilton - Broadmeadow was composed of 62.0% houses and 38.1% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Regional NSW where houses accounted for 82.6% and other dwellings made up 17.4%. Outright home ownership stood at 31.4%, trailing the broader regional standard, with 26.4% of homes carrying a mortgage and 42.2% occupied by tenants. Monthly mortgage payments in the locality reflected a median of $2,115, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW, while weekly rental payments showed a median of $380 against the regional figure of $330.
When benchmarked against national figures, mortgage commitments in Hamilton - Broadmeadow remain well above the Australian median of $1,863, with rental costs also tracking ahead of the nationwide median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hamilton - Broadmeadow counted 5,263 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 80% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 56.8% of local households, consisting of 23.7% couples without children, 22.2% couples with children, and 9.6% single parent households. The remaining 43.2% are non-family arrangements, with single-person residences accounting for 35.0% and group households representing 8.2%. The median household size stands at 2.2 people, slightly below the 2.4 recorded across Regional NSW.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
37.1% of adults in Hamilton - Broadmeadow hold a university qualification, including 24.9% with a bachelor degree and 8.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.3% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,586 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,069 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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Levels of educational attainment among Hamilton - Broadmeadow residents exceed wider regional standards, with 37.1% of the population aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 21.3% across Rest of NSW and 26.1% across the SA4 region. This high concentration of qualified residents creates strong alignment with knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor qualifications represent 24.9% of the adult cohort, with postgraduate degrees at 8.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.7%. Vocational education is also widespread, with 30.4% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (20.3%). Enrolment in education is substantial throughout the community, with 30.6% of residents attending an educational institution.
This proportion includes 9.8% enrolled in tertiary studies, 8.5% attending primary school, and 6.2% undertaking secondary schooling.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Hamilton - Broadmeadow reaches 141 stops on 108 routes, timetabled for about 12,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 infrastructure in Hamilton - Broadmeadow encompasses 141 operating stops spanning a network of trains, light rail, and bus services. These facilities are connected by 108 routes, which collectively deliver 12,132 weekly passenger journeys. Local transit connectivity is strong, with residents situated an average distance of 137 meters from their nearest boarding point. Due to the area's residential role, most workers travel outward for work, with private motor vehicles capturing 84% of commuter trips, while 7% of trips are made on foot and 3% via bicycle. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below regional norms, and 32.0% of workers indicated working from home during the 2021 Census (which may reflect conditions surrounding COVID-19).
Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 1,733 trips per day, translating to roughly 86 weekly departures per transit stop. The accompanying mapping displays the 100 closest stops relative to the geographic midpoint of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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63.7% of residents in Hamilton - Broadmeadow report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 77% of areas nationally. 6.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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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Analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends by AreaSearch highlights distinct health challenges in Hamilton - Broadmeadow, with common conditions apparent across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a high private health insurance coverage rate of roughly 58% of the population (~7,721 people). This exceeds the 51.9% coverage rate observed across Regional NSW. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most prevalent diagnosed ailments locally, recorded among 11.6 and 8.7% of the community respectively, while 63.7% of residents reported having no long-term medical issues, comparable to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Working-age cohorts display a higher-than-average incidence of chronic ailments. Older residents aged 65 and over make up 19.9% of the population (2,627 people), below the 23.3% regional benchmark. Health indicators for the senior demographic show some areas of concern, aligning closely with national averages across the broader populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Hamilton - Broadmeadow is largely Australian-born, at 83.9% of residents, with 11.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.6%) and Australian (25.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Measures of cultural diversity in Hamilton - Broadmeadow sit below national benchmarks, with 88.1% of residents holding Australian citizenship, 83.9% born in Australia, and 88.7% using English exclusively at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation, encompassing 45.5% of the local population. The most prominent positive divergence relative to regional norms occurs within Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW. Looking at parental country of birth, the primary ancestries in Hamilton - Broadmeadow are English (28.6%), Australian (25.8%), and Irish (10.5%). Several other cultural backgrounds show distinct local concentrations, with Welsh ancestry representing 0.9% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Macedonian standing at 1.1% (versus 0.4%), and Greek ancestry comprising 2.3% (against 0.4% across the wider region).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hamilton - Broadmeadow is 40. 30.2% 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 distribution of Hamilton - Broadmeadow concentrates heavily within young adult cohorts without dependent children. Based on estimates updated to August 2026, 29.0% of the population consists of adults aged 25 - 44, compared to 23.5% across Regional NSW, whereas individuals aged 65+ account for 19.9% locally versus 23.3% regionally. AreaSearch figures place the median age at 40 as at August 2026, matching the result from the 2021 Census and sitting 3 years younger than the Regional NSW median of 43 from that Census. The most noticeable shift since the Census occurred among mature adults and early retirees aged 45 - 64, whose share contracted from 25.8% to an estimated 24.2%.
By 2041, younger to middle-aged adults are projected to drive the majority of demographic growth, expanding by 847 residents (22%) to a total of 4,676.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hamilton - Broadmeadow
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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 · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 23 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 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 — 141 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (12,772 at the 2021 Census → 13,221 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 (111031224). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.