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The median house price in Inverell Surrounds - East is $335k. House values have moved -4.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Inverell Surrounds - East has an estimated 5,256 residents, up from 5,200 at the 2021 Census — a change of 56 people, or 1.1%. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count for Inverell Surrounds - East stands at approximately 5,256 as of Aug 2026. This figure indicates an addition of 56 residents (1.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, when 5,200 individuals were enumerated. The assessment incorporates ABS estimated resident population data of 5,244 as of June 2025 alongside 53 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Based on these numbers, population density measures 0.60 persons per square kilometer, highlighting an environment with considerable space. The local post-census expansion of 1.1% trails the wider SA3 figure (2.8%) by 1.7 percentage points, pointing to sound underlying growth conditions.
Over recent timeframes, demographic expansion has been underpinned almost exclusively by overseas migration, serving as the core component of population additions. Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as their base period, form the foundation of AreaSearch's SA2 modelling. Where local coverage is absent, figures from the NSW State Government's SA2 projections (released in 2022 based on 2021) are applied instead. Age-specific growth trajectories from these sources are extended across all localities for the 2032 to 2041 timeframe. Anticipated demographic patterns suggest future gains will track marginally beneath the nationwide median for non-metropolitan regions. Based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, the population is projected to expand by 571 persons to 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 10.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
47 new dwellings have been approved in Inverell Surrounds - East over the past five years, an average of 9 a year. That is 1.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Dwelling approvals in Inverell Surrounds - East have tracked at approximately 9 residential properties annually, totaling 47 homes authorized during the 5 financial years spanning FY-22 to FY-26. Alongside recent population reductions, residential delivery has remained sufficient to satisfy local requirements, supporting market equilibrium and offering ample selection for purchasers. Approved dwellings show an average expected building cost of $429,000. Furthermore, $1.8 million in commercial building approvals was registered during the current financial year, underscoring an emphasis geared largely toward the residential sector. Per capita building volumes in Inverell Surrounds - East represent approximately 65% of the levels observed across Rest of NSW, with the area sitting in the 26th percentile among nationally evaluated regions.
This subdued activity limits options for prospective buyers and helps sustain interest in established properties. Development rates also track below national figures, reflecting an established urban footprint and potential constraints within the local planning environment. Recent building approvals are distributed between detached houses at 89.0% and attached dwellings at 11.0%, maintaining an established low-density setting tailored to families desiring spacious living. A metric of 553 people per residential approval illustrates a calm, low-intensity construction landscape. According to demographic forecasts derived from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Inverell Surrounds - East is set to add 559 residents by 2041. Should building rates stay at current levels, residential additions could fall short of demographic expansion, a dynamic likely to heighten competition for properties and reinforce upward momentum on values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Inverell Surrounds - East
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Inverell Surrounds - East, worth an estimated $1.29 billion. A further 96 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $43.3 billion. 17 are already under construction and 33 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans energy, transport & logistics and residential development. 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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Infrastructure upgrades, major civic developments, and planning schemes play a decisive role in shaping local outcomes. AreaSearch has cataloged a total of 32 projects possessing the potential to influence the locality. Notable undertakings include the Sapphire City Lifestyle Village, Inverell Sports Complex Upgrade, Inverell Hospital Redevelopment, and the Lake Inverell Recreational Precinct Enhancement, with the most prominent works outlined in the accompanying details.
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Lake Inverell Recreational Precinct Enhancement
A multi-stage upgrade of the Lake Inverell Reserve to establish it as a premier regional destination. The project includes the construction of a new off-road cycling track, upgraded boat ramp facilities, expanded walking trails with better accessibility, new BBQ and picnic shelters, and advanced playground equipment. Significant landscaping and environmental preservation works are integrated to protect the local platypus habitat while increasing tourism capacity.
Inverell Sports Complex Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of the Inverell Sports Complex including replacement of aging netball courts with modern synthetic surfaces, LED lighting upgrade across cricket ovals, football fields and athletics track, improved spectator seating, and enhanced amenities facilities. The project will provide modern facilities for local competitions and regional tournaments while reducing operational costs.
Inverell Hospital Redevelopment
The $60 million Inverell Hospital Redevelopment modernized local healthcare services through a two-stage process. Stage 1A delivered a new three-story acute services building featuring a state-of-the-art emergency department, inpatient unit, maternity ward, and expanded renal dialysis and day surgery units. Stage 1B involved the extensive refurbishment of the original 1930s hospital building to co-locate community health services, including oral health, ambulatory care, and pediatric zones, creating a unified health precinct.
Gwydir Highway Improvements, Inverell Town Centre
The Gwydir Highway Improvements project in the Inverell Town Centre is a strategic planning study focused on enhancing traffic flow, pedestrian safety, and intersection efficiency. Key features include proposed upgrades to major intersections, the installation of new pedestrian crossings, and general traffic flow enhancements to manage peak congestion. Transport for NSW is leading the planning in collaboration with Inverell Shire Council to ensure the highway safely supports both local and regional transit requirements.
Victoria Park and Campbell Park All-Abilities Playground Enhancement
Enhancement of playground facilities at Victoria Park and Campbell Park with all-abilities equipment, improved pathways, seating areas, and landscaping. The project focuses on inclusive design to ensure accessibility for children and families of all abilities.
Companion Animal Shelter Facility
Construction of a new companion animal shelter facility featuring modern kennels, veterinary treatment areas, administrative offices, and public adoption areas. The facility will improve animal welfare services and community education programs.
Otho Street Commercial Development Opportunity
Development opportunity for mixed-use commercial development on Otho Street including retail spaces, office facilities, and community services. The project aims to enhance the commercial offering in the town centre and create employment opportunities.
Inverell Aquatic Centre Redevelopment
A complete replacement of the 70-year-old memorial swimming pool with a state-of-the-art $25 million aquatic centre featuring an 8-lane 50m outdoor/indoor pool, 20m warm water program pool with moveable floor, indoor splash park, toddlers pool, cafe, and comprehensive aquatic programs. The facility achieved World Aquatics (FINA) accreditation and opened in February 2025.
2,424 residents of Inverell Surrounds - East are employed, from a labour force of 2,544. Unemployment sits at 4.7%, with participation at 60.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,574, about 87% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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A balanced distribution between white-collar and blue-collar occupations characterizes the workforce of Inverell Surrounds - East across various industries, accompanied by an unemployment rate of 4.7%. As of March 2026, employed locals tally 2,424 individuals, while joblessness exceeds the 4.1% seen in Regional NSW by 0.6 percentage points. The local participation rate closely mirrors the 60.6% registered across Regional NSW. Census records indicate that 24.0% of workers performed their duties from home, an outcome that may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions. The principal sectors providing jobs for local residents comprise agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, alongside education & training.
The community demonstrates an intense concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, recording an employment representation 6.3 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, accommodation & food accounts for a modest 3.1% of employment, falling well below the 7.8% noted regionally. A comparison between the resident workforce and locally based employment captured at the Census points to relatively few workplace positions situated directly within the area. An examination of ABS and SALM figures by AreaSearch reveals that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 2.1% while total jobs fell by 4.2%, lifting the unemployment rate by 2.0 percentage points. Across Regional NSW over the identical period, employment contracted by 0.9%, the labour pool reduced by 0.4%, and unemployment climbed by 0.5 percentage points. Projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future employment conditions across Inverell Surrounds - East. These five- and ten-year national outlooks have been weighted against local industry allocations to project potential employment trajectories. On a countrywide basis, job counts are predicted to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, though outcomes vary across sectors. Applying this sector weighting to the local industry base suggests employment within Inverell Surrounds - East could expand by 5.0% across five years and 11.4% over ten years (note that this extrapolation serves illustrative purposes and excludes localized population models).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Inverell Surrounds - East is $1,057 a week (about $55,000 a year), with median personal income at $490 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,016 a year against an average of $46,342. 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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Taxation statistics at postcode level compiled by AreaSearch from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicate that taxpayers in the Inverell Surrounds - East SA2 earned a median income of $41,016 alongside an average of $46,342. These figures trail national benchmarks, as well as the median of $52,390 and average of $65,215 recorded across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $45,249 (median) and $51,124 (average) as of March 2026. Data from Census 2021 positions personal, family, and household earnings between the 3rd and 5th percentiles nationwide.
The earnings bracket of $800 - 1,499 accounts for 28.5% of the local population (1,497 individuals), diverging from the surrounding broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort forms the largest segment at 29.9%. Even though residential overheads are low, allowing households to retain 90.3% of earnings, overall disposable income places in only the 11th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Inverell Surrounds - East had 1,817 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 53% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $200 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,000 a month. Rent absorbs 18.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.8%. 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 most recent Census, the housing landscape in Inverell Surrounds - East consisted of 98.1% standalone houses and 1.9% other dwelling types including apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Regional NSW recorded 82.6% houses alongside 17.4% other dwellings. Outright property ownership reached 53.0%, substantially exceeding regional standards, while remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (29.4%) or occupied by tenants (17.6%). The median monthly mortgage commitment stood at $1,000 and median weekly rent was $200, tracking well below the Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330 respectively.
Looking nationally, mortgage obligations in Inverell Surrounds - East are notably lower than the Australian benchmark of $1,863, with rental costs also sitting significantly under the nationwide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Inverell Surrounds - East counted 1,817 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local living arrangements at 70.4%, consisting of couples without children (34.4%), couples with children (24.6%), and single parent families (9.9%). Non-family households represent the remaining 29.6% of the area, comprising lone person households at 26.7% and group households at 3.0%. The median household size of 2.4 people equals the average seen across Regional NSW.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.0% of adults in Inverell Surrounds - East hold a university qualification, including 9.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 92% of areas nationally. A further 30.8% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 312 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 848 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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University attainment levels in the area show distinct headwinds, with tertiary graduation rates sitting at 12.0%, well behind the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. This structural difference highlights a target area for future educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications represent 9.6%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.3% and postgraduate degrees at 1.1%. In contrast, vocational and technical pathways are prominent, with 41.2% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, divided between certificates (30.8%) and advanced diplomas (10.4%). Engagement in learning pathways is strong across the community, with 29.7% of residents currently undertaking formal study.
This student cohort includes 12.3% attending primary school, 9.6% enrolled in secondary education, and 1.7% engaged in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Inverell Surrounds - East reaches 259 stops on 38 routes, timetabled for about 420 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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A review of local passenger networks shows 259 active transport stops across Inverell Surrounds - East, comprising bus services. These facilities are connected via 38 individual routes, combining to deliver 416 weekly passenger trips. Network access is considered good, as locals generally reside within 203 meters of the nearest stop. Given the predominantly residential setting, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicles accounting for 90% of travel and walking comprising 7%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, exceeding the regional figure. Additionally, 24.0% of workers operated from home according to the 2021 Census, a metric that may capture pandemic-related dynamics.
Across all transit routes, service frequency reaches an average of 59 trips per day, translating to roughly 1 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying mapping highlights the 100 nearest stops measured from the geographic centrepoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.6% of residents in Inverell Surrounds - East report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 92% of areas nationally. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.5 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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Evaluations by AreaSearch regarding mortality statistics and the incidence of chronic illness highlight substantial health considerations in Inverell Surrounds - East, with various ailments noticeably affecting both older and younger age groups. Private health insurance participation is particularly subdued, held by approximately 46% of the population (~2,433 people). By comparison, coverage stands at 51.9% across Regional NSW and 55.7% nationally. Arthritis and asthma represent the most widespread medical conditions diagnosed locally, recorded among 12.3 and 8.0% of the population respectively, while 61.6% of residents reported having no diagnosed health issues, compared with 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Working-age residents experience noticeable health strains due to higher rates of chronic ailments. Furthermore, seniors aged 65 and over account for 24.9% of the community (1,310 people), outpacing the 23.3% share observed across Regional NSW. Overall health outcomes for older residents present specific challenges, with rankings across the country generally mirroring the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Inverell Surrounds - East is largely Australian-born, at 92.2% of residents, with 1.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.2%) and English (30.6%). 8.0% 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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Inverell Surrounds - East exhibits below-average levels of cultural diversity, characterized by an Australian-born share of 92.2%, a citizenship rate of 87.1%, and 98.6% of households using only English at home. Christianity forms the dominant religious affiliation, declared by 66.0% of the population in Inverell Surrounds - East, compared with 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding ancestral background based on parents' birthplace, the three largest groups in Inverell Surrounds - East consist of Australian at 33.2%, English at 30.6%, and Irish at 8.2%. Distinct demographic variations are evident across other cultural backgrounds: Australian Aboriginal representation is substantially higher at 8.0% in Inverell Surrounds - East (compared to 4.6% across the region), German accounts for 4.5% (versus 3.1%), and Scottish represents 7.9% (versus 8.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Inverell Surrounds - East is 47, older than 84% of areas nationally. 19.3% 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 demographic profile of Inverell Surrounds - East generally aligns with benchmarks across Regional NSW, with the most pronounced variation measuring 3.9 percentage points. AreaSearch calculates a median age of 47 as at August 2026, remaining identical to the 2021 Census outcome and exceeding the Regional NSW Census median of 43 by 4 years. The national median stood at 38 at the same Census. Across broad life stages, the middle-aged and early retiree bracket (45 - 64) has shrunk from 30.1% at the Census to an estimated 26.6%. The retiree and senior segment (65+) is projected to see the strongest numeric expansion by 2041, increasing by 259 (20%) to reach 1,569.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Inverell Surrounds - 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) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 53 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,200 at the 2021 Census → 5,256 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 (110021192). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.