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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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The median house price in Hornsby - East is $1.85m, with units at $725k. House values have moved 0.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Hornsby - East has an estimated 12,798 residents, up from 11,943 at the 2021 Census — a change of 855 people, or 7.2%. Overseas migration accounts for 85.3% of that increase. That puts 4,980 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 Hornsby - East stands at approximately 12,798 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 855 individuals (7.2%) compared to the 11,943 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 12,798 alongside 95 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With this population level, the area reaches a density of 4,979 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% of all national territories evaluated by AreaSearch and highlighting the high demand for local land.
The 7.2% population gain since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 area (4.5%) and the SA4 region, establishing the locality as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 85.3% of the total population increase during recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024, which use 2022 as their baseline year, for each SA2 area. In instances where SA2 territories lack this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are applied instead. The age bracket growth rates derived from these sources are also projected forward for all districts from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, the locality is projected to experience a population rise slightly below the national median for statistical areas. Specifically, the population is set to expand by 928 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a total increase of 7.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
105 new dwellings have been approved in Hornsby - East over the past five years, an average of 21 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 25% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, 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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In Hornsby - East, approximately 21 residential properties receive planning approval annually, resulting in 105 total home approvals during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 8 approvals registered in FY-26 so far. Over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), an average of 2.4 new residents were added for each constructed dwelling, indicating solid demand that helps maintain property values, with the average construction cost for these new dwellings standing at $337,000. Furthermore, commercial development approvals have reached $61.0 million during this financial year, pointing to strong investment in the local business sector.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the rate of new residential approvals per person in Hornsby - East is about two-thirds lower, placing it in the 7th percentile of all areas analysed nationwide, which restricts options for buyers and sustains interest in pre-existing properties. This development rate is also lower than the national average, reflecting a mature housing market and pointing to possible constraints on new construction. Current construction activity consists of 25.0% detached homes and 75.0% medium to high-density options. This concentration of higher-density dwellings provides affordable entry points into the local market and draws interest from downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. The mature state of the local market is further highlighted by a ratio of approximately 4103 people for every dwelling approval. Demographic projections indicate that Hornsby - East will add 928 residents up to 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly dataset). Given the current pace of construction, the supply of new housing may fail to keep pace with this population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and drive up property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Hornsby - East
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Hornsby - East, worth an estimated $2.89 billion. A further 88 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $50.6 billion. 15 are already under construction and 36 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions represent significant influences on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 projects that are expected to impact the local community. Key developments include Twin Towers Hornsby, Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan and TOD Rezoning, Linea Apartments (94-98 George Street), and Westfield Hornsby Transport Oriented Development, with the detailed list highlighting the most relevant projects.
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Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan and TOD Rezoning
Council's adopted Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan has been implemented through the NSW Government's Hornsby Transport Oriented Development rezoning, which came into effect on 27 November 2024. The rezoning provides capacity for over 6,000 new homes, about 2,900 jobs, affordable housing contributions, new and upgraded open space, a new library, community centre, cultural and creative facilities, better walking and cycling links, and provisions for a new bus interchange. Development applications can now be lodged and assessed under the new planning controls.
Westfield Hornsby Transport Oriented Development
A major mixed-use redevelopment of Westfield Hornsby within the NSW Government's Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Accelerated Precinct. Following finalised state-led rezoning, the project allows for approximately 6,000 new dwellings across multiple high-rise residential towers (reaching up to 53 storeys), alongside expanded retail, commercial spaces, and 2,900 new jobs. Key infrastructure includes a new public library, a Town Square, a new pedestrian overpass at Hornsby Station, and upgraded open spaces like Burdett Street Park.
Linea Apartments (94-98 George Street)
DA-approved mixed-use project within Hornsby town centre: demolition of existing structures and construction of a 13-14 storey building comprising approx. 76 residential units above three levels of commercial floorspace, with recent Section 4.55 modifications lodged in 2025.
Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan & TOD Precinct Strategy
Major urban renewal framework enabling 6,063 new dwellings and 101,500m2 of retail/commercial floor space. Key projects include a new central library, community hub, Burdett Street Park, and pedestrian overpass.
Hornsby Park
Transformation of the 60-hectare former Hornsby Quarry site into a major regional bush parkland in Sydney's upper north shore. The first stage opened to the public in late March 2026, comprising the Crusher Plant Precinct (lawns, picnic shelters, electric BBQs, accessible toilets, free parking), the Southern Lookout providing fully accessible sweeping views into the volcanic quarry void, and the upgraded Heritage Steps linking the Hornsby Aquatic and Leisure Centre down into the precinct. Construction continues in stages, with future works including the Quarry Loop walking and cycling track, additional scenic lookouts, a bike jump and pump track, and the Old Mans Valley field of play.Longer term masterplan elements feature a freshwater quarry lake, wetlands cascade, lakeside amenities and an accessible lift to the quarry base. The masterplan was designed by Clouston Associates with Hornsby Shire Council. Stage 1 has been supported by the NSW Government through the Stronger Communities Fund.
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital Redevelopment - Stage 2 & 2A
NSW Government $300 million investment in new clinical services building, expanded Emergency Department, renal dialysis unit, chemotherapy unit, robotic pharmacy, and rooftop helipad. First public hospital in NSW with robotic pharmacy. Completed in 2022, Stage 2 includes new multi-storey clinical services building, expanded emergency department, new operating theatres, enhanced maternity services, and outpatient ambulatory care services.
M1 Pacific Motorway Northbound Capacity (Wahroonga To Mount Colah)
Addressing extreme congestion on M1 Pacific Motorway between North Connex portal and Mt Colah to improve traffic flow for over 90,000 daily vehicle movements.
Hornsby Park - from quarry to parklands
Transformation of the 60-hectare former Hornsby Quarry site into a major regional parkland. The project is being delivered in stages, with the Crusher Plant Precinct, Southern Lookout, and Heritage Steps opening in March 2026. Current works focus on the Old Mans Valley Field of Play, featuring a multi-purpose sporting field, bike pump and jump tracks, and new community facilities to support the growing population near the Hornsby Town Centre.
7,256 residents of Hornsby - East are employed, from a labour force of 7,784. Unemployment sits at 6.8%, with participation at 70.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 14,369, about 112% 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 workforce in Hornsby - East is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professionals, a jobless rate of 6.8%, and an estimated job growth of 4.3% over the prior year. In March 2026, there were 7,256 employed residents, while the unemployment rate was 2.7% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation levels were generally comparable to the Greater Sydney rate of 69.1%. Census data indicates that a high proportion of residents, specifically 42.3%, worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. The area shows a high concentration of workers in healthcare & social assistance, with employment numbers at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, making up only 3.8% of the local workforce compared to the regional average of 8.6%. The presence of 0.9 workers for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a healthy availability of local jobs. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that for the year ending March 2026, employment numbers rose by 4.3% and the total labor force grew by 1.4%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 2.7 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor decline. The national employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia offer additional context on future labor demand in Hornsby - East. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future growth. Although total national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the employment profile of Hornsby - East suggests local employment will rise by 7.4% over five years and 15.1% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Hornsby - East is $1,817 a week (about $94,000 a year), with median personal income at $893 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $61,734 a year against an average of $76,926. 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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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the Hornsby - East SA2 are exceptionally high by national standards, with a median of $61,734 and an average of $76,926. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded a median income of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $68,105 for the median and $84,865 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Hornsby - East sit around the 59th percentile nationally.
The largest income bracket consists of 36.9% of the population earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (representing 4,722 residents), which is similar to the broader region where this group makes up 30.9%. Affordability pressures are significant, with residents retaining only 79.3% of their income, ranking in the 48th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 7th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Hornsby - East had 4,954 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 12% detached houses and 85% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 54% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $440 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,115 a month, a total housing cost higher than 88% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 24.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.9%. 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 data, the housing mix in Hornsby - East consisted of 12.0% separate houses and 87.9% alternative housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), whereas the wider Sydney metropolitan area recorded 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in Hornsby - East was lower than the Sydney metropolitan average, standing at 17.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (28.6%) or rented (53.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,115 was well below the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent was $440 compared to $470 across the metro area.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in Hornsby - East are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hornsby - East counted 4,954 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,309 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 64.5%, which is split into couples with children at 28.4%, couples without children at 24.3%, and single-parent homes at 10.1%. The remaining 35.5% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 30.8% and group households making up 4.5% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.2% of adults in Hornsby - East hold a university qualification, including 33.3% with a bachelor degree and 16.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 10.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,538 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,189 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 level of education in Hornsby - East is higher than average, with 52.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This educational trend positions the population well for employment in knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 33.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 16.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational education accounts for 22.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, divided between advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (10.9%). Engagement in learning is high, with 28.9% of local residents enrolled in formal studies.
This population includes 7.7% in primary school, 7.5% in higher education, and 5.0% attending high school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Hornsby - East reaches 42 stops on 44 routes, timetabled for about 5,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport options reveals 42 active transit stops in Hornsby - East, including both rail and bus facilities. These stops are served by 44 distinct routes that coordinate 5,294 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 208 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the majority of commuters travel outside the area, with private vehicles serving as the primary transport mode at 52%, followed by trains at 27% and walking at 12%. Average vehicle ownership is 0.5 cars per household, which is below the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 42.3%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era travel conditions. Public transport services average 756 departures per day across all active routes, which represents approximately 126 weekly departures for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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78.8% of residents in Hornsby - East report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 91% of areas nationally. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, health outcomes in Hornsby - East are excellent, characterized by a low incidence of common health issues across all age categories. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of the population (~7,294 people) holding policies, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most frequent health conditions reported by residents were mental health difficulties and asthma, which affect 6.3 and 5.5% of the population respectively. In contrast, 78.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population exhibits strong health profiles with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.7% of the population (1,876 people), and senior health outcomes are positive, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
61.7% of Hornsby - East residents were born overseas and 62.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 96% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (19.9%) and English (13.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Hornsby - East ranks among the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 62.4% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 61.7% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, accounting for 35.2% of the population. However, the area features a notable concentration of residents practicing Hinduism, who make up 15.6% of the population, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Hornsby - East are Other at 23.2% of the population (higher than the regional average of 16.0%), Chinese at 19.9% (higher than the regional average of 8.4%), and English at 13.0% (lower than the regional average of 19.0%).
There are also notable differences in other ethnic backgrounds, with Korean residents accounting for 3.6% of the area (compared to 1.1% regionally), Russian at 1.0% (compared to 0.4%), and Filipino at 4.1% (compared to 2.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hornsby - East is 36. 31.4% 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 in Hornsby - East is 36 years, which is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the area has a higher share of residents aged 25 - 34 (20.1%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (8.5%). The proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 7.4% to 8.6% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort grew from 10.2% to 11.3%.
Meanwhile, children aged 0 to 4 decreased from 6.5% to 4.8%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket fell from 18.8% to 17.6%. Projections indicate that the age profile of Hornsby - East will change by 2041, with the 75 to 84 cohort expected to grow by 90%, adding 498 residents to reach a total of 1,051. Older residents aged 65+ are expected to account for 75% of total population growth, highlighting local aging trends, whereas the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age groups are projected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hornsby - East
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 10 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 — 95 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,943 at the 2021 Census → 12,798 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 (121021577). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.