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The median house price in Jindabyne - Berridale is $950k, with units at $800k. House values have moved -0.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Jindabyne - Berridale has an estimated 8,773 residents, up from 8,035 at the 2021 Census — a change of 738 people, or 9.2%. Growth has averaged 2.2% a year over five years. 192 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 56.8% of that increase. 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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AreaSearch data indicates that the population of Jindabyne - Berridale stands at approximately 8,773 as of May 2026. This figure represents a rise of 738 individuals, equivalent to 9.2%, compared to the 2021 Census count of 8,035. The adjustment is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 8,703 as of June 2025, plus 192 newly validated addresses recorded after the Census date. The resulting population density is 2.2 persons per square kilometer, allowing for generous personal space. Jindabyne - Berridale's 9.2% expansion since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 area at 3.5% and the SA4 region, positioning it as a leading growth area within the region.
Overseas migration accounted for roughly 56.8% of the recent population increase, while interstate migration and natural growth also contributed positively to the overall gains. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas lacking this data, the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year, are applied instead. Age group growth rates from these aggregations are further used to project population changes for the years 2032 to 2041. Future outlooks suggest a substantial rise in the top quartile of national regional areas, with Jindabyne - Berridale anticipated to grow by 2,591 people by 2041, reaching a total increase of 28.7% over the 16-year period based on the latest annual ERP figures.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
351 new dwellings have been approved in Jindabyne - Berridale over the past five years, an average of 70 a year. That places the area in the 84th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 57 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 56% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 31, 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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Over the last 5 financial years, Jindabyne - Berridale has seen approximately 70 residential property approvals each year, which adds up to 351 homes. In the current financial year, 29 approvals have already been logged. The area has experienced an average of 2.6 people moving in per new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, signaling strong demand that helps sustain property values. New residences are being constructed with an average value of $397,000, which sits slightly above the regional average and points toward a preference for higher quality builds. Commercial development is also present, with $20.4 million in approvals registered this financial year, showing moderate commercial growth.
When compared to the Rest of NSW, Jindabyne - Berridale exhibits 69.0% more development activity per person, which gives buyers more options. The types of new buildings show 56.0% standalone homes and 44.0% townhouses or apartments, reflecting a growing mix of attached housing that caters to different budget needs, ranging from large family residences to smaller, more affordable units. This shift contrasts with the current housing stock, where 77.0% are houses, hinting at less available land for development and a response to changing lifestyle preferences and affordability concerns. With roughly 154 people per approval, the suburb is clearly in a growth phase. Projections indicate that Jindabyne - Berridale will gain 2,521 residents by 2041 according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Building progress aligns reasonably well with these forecasts, but buyers might encounter more competition as the population rises.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 18 current infrastructure and development projects inside Jindabyne - Berridale, worth an estimated $13 billion. A further 27 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $28.1 billion. 15 are already under construction and 17 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and energy. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure changes, major projects and planning initiatives can have the most significant influence on an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 19 projects that are likely to impact the area. Key projects include the Nugget's Crossing Shopping Centre Expansion, The Lake - East Jindabyne, Mountainside Estate, Jindabyne, and Jindabyne Lakeside, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Nugget's Crossing Shopping Centre Expansion
A $3 million major shopping centre expansion of Jindabyne's primary retail hub to meet the demands of nearly one million annual customers. The project utilizes the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct's streamlined planning process to expand the Woolworths supermarket and BWS bottle shop. Other proposed works include car park enhancements, improved access to the shopping centre, and new additional floor space.
Jindabyne Lakeside
A boutique lakeside community of 34 mass timber townhouses overlooking Lake Jindabyne, marketed as one of Australia's first mass timber townhouse developments. The design emphasises low embodied and operational carbon, energy efficiency for the alpine climate, and protected public access to the lake foreshore via a planned community park. Early works, including tree felling on lot 32, commenced in late July 2025 ahead of construction.
Jindabyne Mountain Bike and Adventure Park
A 500-hectare adventure destination located 3km west of Jindabyne town centre, featuring panoramic views of Lake Jindabyne and 300m of vertical elevation. The NSW Government is funding and delivering enabling infrastructure including access roads, parking, amenities, and Stage 1 mountain bike trails. The park will support ziplines, high ropes, luge, accommodation, and food and beverage facilities. Part of the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct, a 40-year vision backed by a $242 million government investment. The EOI for an operator closed in March 2026, with shortlisted parties to progress to a Request for Proposal stage.A separate EOI for trail design and construction is also active. Opening dates will be confirmed following operator appointment.
Mountainside Jindabyne
Multi stage residential land estate on the western side of Jindabyne, delivering titled and registered lots with design guidelines and completed Stage 1A civil works; further stages to follow as part of a broader master planned precinct.
The Lake - East Jindabyne
A master-planned residential community set on 24 hectares of elevated land with 184 generously sized residential lots. The development offers panoramic views of Lake Jindabyne and the Snowy Mountains Main Range, located just 7 kilometres from Jindabyne town centre. The site is already zoned for residential use and features a central park with walking paths connecting to council's shared trail network. Designed to cater to families, retirees, and professionals seeking a high-quality alpine lifestyle with year-round recreational appeal.
Jindabyne Water and Sewerage Upgrades
Upgrades to the Jindabyne water and sewerage treatment plants to improve capacity and reliability, ensuring the town can support a growing population and increased tourism.
Jindabyne Education Campus
New purpose-built education campus including separate primary and high schools with modern facilities, libraries, halls, playing fields and specialist facilities for art, woodwork, metalwork, music, drama and science. Also includes TAFE NSW Connected Learning Centre. The campus will feature modern facilities to support students, teachers, and the community.
Lake Jindabyne Foreshore Upgrade
Upgrades to the Lake Jindabyne foreshore, including a new shared path, playground, pump track, improved lawn areas, and drainage. The project aims to improve amenity, community facilities, and access.
5,595 residents of Jindabyne - Berridale are employed, from a labour force of 5,650. Unemployment sits at 1.0%, with participation at 74.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Jindabyne - Berridale features a highly capable labor pool dominated by tourism and hospitality, with an unemployment rate of only 1.0%. By March 2026, 5,595 residents held jobs, and the local unemployment rate stood at 3.1%, which is 3.1% lower than the 4.1% rate recorded across Regional NSW. Workforce participation in the area reaches 74.9%, significantly exceeding the Regional NSW average of 60.6%. Census data indicates that 17.0% of residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect lingering effects from Covid-19 lockdowns. The primary employment sectors include accommodation & food, arts & recreation, and construction.
The region shows a strong concentration in accommodation & food, with employment levels reaching 2.9 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 5.9% of local jobs, well below the 16.9% share in Regional NSW. The Census reports a ratio of 0.7 workers per resident, suggesting stronger-than-average local job availability. According to AreaSearch analysis combining SALM and ABS data, the twelve-month period ending March 2026 saw labor force levels drop by 2.3%, employment fall by 2.1%, and unemployment decline by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% contraction in employment, a 0.4% decline in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts, dated May-25, provide additional context on anticipated future demand in Jindabyne - Berridale. These five-year and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local employment structure to estimate potential growth trends. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but these gains vary considerably across different industries. When applied to Jindabyne - Berridale's current employment composition, the model suggests local employment will rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.2% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted extrapolation intended for illustration and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Jindabyne - Berridale is $1,911 a week (about $99,000 a year), with median personal income at $912 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,981 a year against an average of $66,958. 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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According to AreaSearch's compilation of Australian Taxation Office figures for financial year 2023, the income level in Jindabyne - Berridale SA2 matches national averages. The median income among taxpayers in Jindabyne - Berridale SA2 is $51,981 while the average income reaches $66,958, which aligns with Regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Using a Wage Price Index growth rate of 10.32% since financial year 2023, projected values for March 2026 would be approximately $57,345 for median income and $73,868 for average income. Data from the 2021 Census indicates that household, family and personal incomes in Jindabyne - Berridale fall around the 64th percentile on a national scale.
The $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket is the most prevalent, accounting for 35.1% of residents (3,079 people), a proportion that mirrors the regional average of 29.9%. Residents retain 87.1% of their income after housing costs, demonstrating robust purchasing power and positioning the area in the 6th decile of the SEIFA income ranking.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Jindabyne - Berridale had 2,741 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 77% detached houses and 16% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,729 a month. Rent absorbs 19.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.9%. 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 most recent Census data, the housing stock in Jindabyne - Berridale consists of 76.8% houses and 23.3% other dwellings such as semi-detached units, apartments, and other types, whereas Regional NSW records 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in Jindabyne - Berridale trail those of Regional NSW by a small margin, standing at 36.8%, with the remaining properties falling into mortgage categories at 32.8% or rental status at 30.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment in this locality sits below the Regional NSW benchmark of $1,729, while the median weekly rent is set at $380, contrasting with Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330 respectively.
On a national scale, mortgage repayments in Jindabyne - Berridale fall short of the Australian average of $1,863, yet rental costs surpass the national rate of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Jindabyne - Berridale counted 2,741 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,993 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Households with family members account for 65.9 percent of all households, including 28.6 percent couples with children, 28.8 percent couples without children, and 8.1 percent single parent families. Non-family households represent the remaining 34.1 percent, with 25.7 percent being lone person households and 8.3 percent being group households. The median household size stands at 2.5 people, which exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.1% of adults in Jindabyne - Berridale hold a university qualification, including 18.6% with a bachelor degree and 5.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.2% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 1,090 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,024 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 Jindabyne - Berridale trail area shows educational benchmarks where 26.1% of residents aged 15+ possess university degrees, while the NSW average stands at 32.2%. This difference suggests opportunities for further educational growth and skill building. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 18.6%, with postgraduate qualifications at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational training is also significant, as 42.4% of residents aged 15+ hold trade or technical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 31.2%. Current educational engagement remains strong, with 30.8% of residents actively enrolled in formal schooling.
This enrollment figure breaks down into 10.0% in secondary education, 9.8% in primary education, and 4.3% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Jindabyne - Berridale reaches 205 stops on 24 routes, timetabled for about 840 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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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The analysis of public transport in Jindabyne - Berridale identifies 205 active stops that include both train and bus services. These stops are connected by 24 distinct routes which together facilitate 844 passenger trips each week. Accessibility to transport is considered good, as residents are generally within 232 meters of the closest stop. Because the area is mainly residential, most residents commute away from their homes, with car use dominating at 83% and walking accounting for 11%. The average number of vehicles per dwelling is 1.9, which exceeds the regional average.
Approximately 17.0% of residents work from home, according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 120 trips per day, which translates to roughly 4 trips per week for each individual stop. A map accompanying this information highlights the 100 nearest stops relative to the location centrepoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
73.1% of residents in Jindabyne - Berridale report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 2.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 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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AreaSearch evaluated mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence to show excellent health outcomes in Jindabyne - Berridale, where common health conditions are rare across all age groups. Private health cover lags slightly behind the average SA2 area at approximately 52% of the total population (~4,570 people). Asthma and arthritis were the most frequent medical conditions, affecting 7.9 and 7.8% of residents, respectively, while 73.1% reported being completely free of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. The under-65 population exhibits better than average health outcomes. The area has 14.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,286 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW.
Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Jindabyne - Berridale is largely Australian-born, at 84.6% of residents, with 6.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.6%) and Australian (28.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Jindabyne - Berridale ranks below average regarding cultural diversity, as 86.9% of residents hold citizenship, 84.6% were born in Australia, and 93.5% speak only English at home. Christianity stands as the predominant faith in Jindabyne - Berridale, accounting for 41.0% of the local population. Judaism shows the most striking overrepresentation, making up 0.1% of Jindabyne - Berridale, which matches the 0.1% rate found across Regional NSW. When examining ancestry based on parents' country of birth, the leading groups in Jindabyne - Berridale are English at 31.6%, Australian at 28.8%, and Scottish at 9.9%.
Other ethnic backgrounds also display noticeable differences from regional norms, with French ancestry at 0.7% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Irish at 9.1% (versus 8.8%), and Dutch at 1.4% (against 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Jindabyne - Berridale is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 33.8% 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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Jindabyne - Berridale boasts a median age of 37 years, which sits noticeably beneath the 43-year mark for Regional NSW and hovers near the 38-year national figure. The local age distribution highlights a strong presence of 25 - 34 year-olds at 19.8%, whereas the 75 - 84 bracket remains relatively small at 4.5%, a figure that trails behind Regional NSW levels. This youthful concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds exceeds the national 14.6% benchmark. Between 2021 and the present, the 25 to 34 age group expanded from 16.5% to 19.8% of the total population, and the 35 to 44 cohort rose from 11.7% to 12.8%.
At the same time, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 12.3% down to 9.8%, and the 45 to 54 group fell from 14.9% to 12.8%. Future demographic forecasts for 2041 indicate major changes in Jindabyne - Berridale's age makeup. The 25 to 34 age cohort is expected to rise steadily, adding 674 individuals (39%) to the total, moving from 1,735 to 2,410. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 cohort will see a slight increase of 8% (87 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Jindabyne - Berridale
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 18 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | 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 — 192 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,035 at the 2021 Census → 8,773 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 (101031016). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.