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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 Kingsford is $2.85m, with units at $1.00m. House values have moved 1.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Kingsford has an estimated 17,018 residents, up from 13,605 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,413 people, or 25.1%. Growth has averaged 2.5% a year over five years, faster than 93% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 97.6% of that increase. That puts 8,467 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 evaluations by AreaSearch, the population of Kingsford stands at approximately 17,018 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,413 people (25.1%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 13,605 residents. This demographic shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 17,013 from June 2025 and 74 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the local density reaches 8,466 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the highest 10% of areas evaluated across the country and highlighting the local land as a highly prized asset.
This 25.1% expansion rate since the 2021 census outstripped the state average of 7.1% as well as the broader SA4 region, establishing the suburb as a regional growth leader. This population surge was mostly fueled by arrivals from abroad, who made up roughly 97.6% of the total population growth over recent timeframes. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilised for SA2 localities. For SA2 territories lacking this dataset, NSW State Government projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied instead. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are projected forward to all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts point to population gains exceeding the national median, with the suburb expected to grow by 2,911 residents by 2041 according to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a 17.1% overall expansion over the 16 years.
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107 new dwellings have been approved in Kingsford over the past five years, an average of 21 a year. That is 1.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 30% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 22, broadly in line with 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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Residential approvals in Kingsford average approximately 21 properties annually, with 107 dwellings authorized during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 21 recorded during FY-26 so far. With an average of 18.4 additional residents per year for each home constructed over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand remains far ahead of supply, typically generating upward price pressure and raising competition among purchasers, while new homes average an estimated construction cost of $378,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $13.7 million this financial year, pointing to steady commercial development.
Construction rates per capita in Kingsford are roughly 57% of the level seen in Greater Sydney, placing it in the 11th percentile of locations analyzed across Australia, which translates to fewer purchasing opportunities and supports demand for existing homes. This rate also sits below the national average, reflecting the established status of the suburb and pointing to possible zoning restrictions. Recent residential building approvals consist of 30.0% standalone homes and 70.0% attached dwellings. The emphasis on higher-density options offers more budget-friendly entry points suitable for down-sizers, property investors, and buyers entering the market for the first time. The suburb averages about 1456 people for each dwelling approval, confirming its status as a mature market. Looking forward, the population of Kingsford is projected to rise by 2,906 inhabitants by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimations. If construction activity remains at its current pace, the volume of housing might fail to match population increases, which could intensify competition among home buyers and support elevated price growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Kingsford, worth an estimated $1.57 billion. A further 111 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $49.8 billion. 37 are already under construction and 37 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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 projects, major works, and urban planning changes are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 37 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal projects include the Mixed Use Development Kingsford, the Bundock Street Housing Redevelopment Project, the 87-91 Middle Street Boarding House, and the 273 Anzac Parade Mixed-Use Development, with the list below highlighting the most relevant initiatives.
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Iglu Kingsford
A purpose-built 20-storey student accommodation tower housing 285 beds in studio and shared apartments, featuring communal landscaped courtyard, study areas, common facilities, and lower levels with commercial and retail tenancies catering to UNSW students.
Kingsford Green
A high-quality mixed-use urban renewal project comprising three towers (9 to 14 storeys) atop a shared podium. The development features 656 student accommodation beds, ground-floor retail, and integrated community facilities. It includes the revitalisation of the Kingsford Church of Christ with a new multi-purpose auditorium and cafe, while providing improved pedestrian links to the Juniors Kingsford Light Rail station.
87-91 Middle Street Boarding House
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a 3-storey boarding house comprising 70 boarding rooms, managers room, communal areas, basement car parking, landscaping, and associated works.
Bundock Street Housing Redevelopment
A 62-dwelling architecturally designed residential development on approximately 2.7 ha within Randwick Barracks, providing quality housing for Defence members and their families. Bounded by Bundock Street, Canberra Avenue, Hendy Avenue, and extensions of Gumara Street and Felicity Place, the project includes site remediation (PFAS and contamination), traffic management improvements, heritage management, and biodiversity protection measures. The project has been referred to DCCEEW for EPBC Act assessment, with a subsequent PWC submission planned. Construction could commence from mid-to-late 2025 pending approvals.
UNSW Health Translation Hub
The $600 million UNSW Health Translation Hub (HTH) is a 15-storey, 35,600 square metre facility designed to integrate clinical education, research, and health services. Officially opened in November 2025 by the NSW Premier, the hub serves as a centerpiece of the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct. It features direct skybridge connections to the Sydney Children's Hospital and the Wallace Wurth Building, fostering collaboration between UNSW Sydney, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, and industry partners like The George Institute.The building is the first in NSW to achieve a 6 Star Green Star rating under the new scheme, featuring a high-performance facade that reduces solar radiation by 60%.
Sydney Children's Hospital Stage 1 & Minderoo Children's Comprehensive Cancer Centre
A $658 million redevelopment known as the Bilima Building, featuring a new 12-storey structure that integrates the Minderoo Children's Comprehensive Cancer Centre. The facility provides 200 beds, an expanded emergency department, a neurosciences centre, and Australia's first integrated paediatric cancer research and clinical care hub. Designed with a biophilic approach, it includes over 3,000 square metres of green space and advanced laboratory facilities.
273 Anzac Parade Mixed-Use Development
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a part 5 and part 16 storey mixed-use development with two tower elements comprising ground and first floor commercial with boarding house above comprising 142 boarding rooms and a Manager's room, two levels of basement car parking, landscaping and associated works. The project involves student accommodation with retail and commercial spaces.
502-516 Anzac Parade Residential Development
The site at 502-516 Anzac Parade and 1 Meeks Street was sold to a specialist residential accommodation developer and investment manager. With flexible E2 Commercial Centre zoning, a gross floor area potential of up to 8,500 sqm, FSR up to 4.4:1, and a 31m height limit, the strategic site is envisioned for student accommodation, build-to-rent or build-to-sell apartments with ground-floor retail and potential for a metro-style supermarket.
9,710 residents of Kingsford are employed, from a labour force of 10,108. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 65.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 13,270, about 78% 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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Kingsford boasts a highly educated labor force, with the technology sector standing out as a particularly strong area of representation. The area experienced an unemployment rate of 3.9% and an estimated employment growth of 1.6% over the past year. As of March 2026, 9,710 residents are employed, and the local unemployment rate sits at 0.2% below the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation stands at 65.8%, which is somewhat below the Greater Sydney benchmark of 69.1%. According to Census data, a high 45.6% of residents were working from home, although the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting this figure.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The suburb exhibits a clear employment concentration in education & training, showing a workforce share that is 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing has a minimal footprint at 2.6% of local jobs compared to 5.7% across the region. Comparison of the Census working population against the resident workforce suggests that this mostly residential suburb provides limited local job opportunities. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, the count of employed individuals rose by 1.6% while the overall labor force grew by 2.0%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labor force expand by 1.9%, with unemployment decreasing slightly. Employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional perspectives on future labor demand in Kingsford. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future expansion. Although national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Extrapolating these industry trends to the local workforce mix indicates that employment could grow by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation that excludes local population growth forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Kingsford is $1,895 a week (about $99,000 a year), with median personal income at $844 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,360 a year against an average of $77,167. The average runs 45% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that personal incomes in the Kingsford SA2 are positioned well above the national median. Taxpayers in the Kingsford SA2 recorded a median income of $53,360 and an average income of $77,167, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $58,867 (median) and $85,131 (average) for March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the area sit around the 58th percentile nationally.
The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket is the most common, accounting for 28.4% of residents (4,833 people), which matches regional trends where 30.9% of households fall into this category. High housing expenses consume 20.5% of local incomes, yet solid earnings keep disposable incomes at the 53rd percentile, with the local SEIFA income score placing the area in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kingsford had 5,112 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 36% detached houses and 50% apartments. 20% are owned with a mortgage, 52% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $475 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 90% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 25.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 36.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The distribution of housing types in Kingsford at the time of the latest Census stood at 36.3% houses and 63.7% other dwellings, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Kingsford matched metropolitan averages at 27.7%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (20.3%) or occupied by tenants (52.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $3,000, which is higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent stood at $475 compared to $470 across Sydney metro.
Compared to national benchmarks, mortgage repayments in Kingsford are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kingsford counted 5,112 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,394 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 21% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise the majority of households at 59.9%, consisting of couples with children at 28.4%, couples without children at 21.1%, and single parent families at 8.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.1%, with single-person households representing 27.6% and group households making up 12.5% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.7% of adults in Kingsford hold a university qualification, including 29.7% with a bachelor degree and 17.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 10.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels in Kingsford are significantly higher than national and state averages, with 49.7% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational profile positions the suburb well for knowledge-intensive employment. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 29.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (17.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational education accounts for 20.3% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.4%) and certificates (10.9%). Engagement in education is exceptionally high, with 37.0% of the population enrolled in study.
This group is composed of 16.2% studying in tertiary institutions, 7.2% attending primary schools, and 6.1% enrolled in secondary education.
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Public transport in Kingsford reaches 59 stops on 50 routes, timetabled for about 9,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.7 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport options in Kingsford consist of 59 active stops, including both light rail services and buses. These transit points accommodate 50 distinct routes, which support 9,886 passenger trips every week. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 126 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb functions primarily as a residential area where most commuters travel outwards, with private cars representing the main transport mode at 58%, followed by buses at 15% and walking at 11%. Average vehicle ownership is 0.7 cars per dwelling, which is lower than the regional average.
A high 45.6% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Service patterns show an average of 1,412 daily trips across the transit network, translating to approximately 167 weekly services for each stop.
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78.4% of residents in Kingsford report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 92% of areas nationally. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 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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Health profiles in Kingsford reveal excellent outcomes, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic illnesses showing low rates of common health issues across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, representing roughly 57% of the local population (~9,700 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Mental health conditions and asthma were identified as the most common diagnoses, affecting 5.9% and 5.7% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 78.4% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and older represent 10.9% of the local population (1,853 people), which is lower than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney.
Health indicators for older residents are very strong, with national rankings aligning closely with the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
51.4% of Kingsford residents were born overseas and 46.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 89% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (16.7%) and English (14.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Kingsford displays a high degree of cultural diversity, with 46.4% of the population speaking a language other than English at home and 51.4% of residents born abroad. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 46.8% of the local population. A key difference from regional patterns is the presence of Judaism, which accounts for 3.6% of residents in Kingsford compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental countries of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are Other at 16.9%, Chinese at 16.7% (which is higher than the regional average of 8.4%), and English at 14.1%.
Additional differences in ethnic background representation include Greek ancestry at 7.3% of the Kingsford population (compared to 1.9% across the region), French at 1.1% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Russian at 0.7% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kingsford is 30, younger than 88% of areas nationally. That is 3 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 52.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 30 years in Kingsford is younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb has a higher proportion of residents aged 15 - 24 (25.8%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (6.5%). The concentration of residents aged 15 - 24 is higher than the national average of 12.7%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that incoming younger residents have reduced the median age by 3.4 years to 30. Notable shifts include the 15 to 24 age bracket rising from 17.4% to 25.8% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age bracket rising from 20.5% to 27.1%.
Conversely, the 35 to 44 age cohort fell from 13.5% to 10.5%, and the 5 to 14 age group dropped from 9.4% to 6.5%. Demographic projections for 2041 indicate changes for the suburb, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to show the strongest growth at 15%, adding 708 residents to reach 5,322, while the 0 to 4 cohort is expected to grow by only 7% (36 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kingsford
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 15 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 — 74 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (13,605 at the 2021 Census → 17,018 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 (118021565). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.