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Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park has an estimated 13,484 residents, up from 12,973 at the 2021 Census — a change of 511 people, or 3.9%. That puts 3,558 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 demographic evaluations from AreaSearch, the resident count in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park stands at roughly 13,484 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 511 individuals (3.9%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 12,973 people. The updated figure is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 13,471 as of June 2025 alongside 7 validated new addresses added after the Census date. With a density of 3,557 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks in the top quartile of areas analyzed nationally by AreaSearch.
The post-census growth rate of 3.9% sits within 2.7 percentage points of the broader SA4 region (6.6%), highlighting resilient demographic momentum. International arrivals served as the main catalyst for local expansion, generating roughly 82.9% of total recent gains. Projections for the SA2 territory incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 (using 2022 as their starting baseline), supplemented where necessary by NSW State Government SA2 datasets released in 2022 (anchored to 2021). Age-bracket growth trajectories from these sources are likewise mapped across all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, future population expansion is slated to sit in the bottom quartile across Australian statistical divisions, with total numbers projected to rise by 406 persons to 2041 under prevailing annual ERP statistics, registering an overall gain of 2.9% over the 16 years.
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212 new dwellings have been approved in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That is 3.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 42 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 52% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park have averaged roughly 42 dwellings annually, totaling 212 homes across the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Because approximately 1 people per year entered the community per finished residence over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), additions to housing stock are matching or outpacing local demand, creating healthy buyer options and room for demographic growth above baseline projections, with newly approved dwellings carrying an average construction value of $531,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $19.0 million during the ongoing financial year, signaling steady non-residential development.
Per capita building volume in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park sits at roughly 63% of the Greater Sydney benchmark and places the district at the 42nd percentile across the country, creating tighter housing availability and encouraging demand for established dwellings. This below-average national rate underscores the established character of the area alongside potential planning limitations. Recent residential construction comprises 52.0% standalone houses and 48.0% medium and high-density formats, with an increasing proportion of townhomes and units offering varied entry points for both growing households and buyers seeking lower-cost options. This indicates a notable shift away from the traditional dwelling profile (presently 80.0% houses), driven by a scarcity of development parcels as well as evolving buyer preferences and price considerations. The district registers roughly 342 people per dwelling approval, typical of a mature urban setting. Demographic projections indicate that Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park is slated to add 393 residents through to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). If ongoing construction volumes persist, newly delivered dwellings are positioned to comfortably absorb incoming demand, maintaining favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially accommodating demographic growth above baseline expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park, worth an estimated $4.82 billion. A further 105 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $59.7 billion. 25 are already under construction and 45 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 capital investments, major development projects, and urban planning programs exert a substantial influence on regional trajectory. Across Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park, AreaSearch has highlighted 24 projects positioned to influence the area. Key works encompass the Bexley North High Density Residential Development, the Salvation Army Bexley North Subdivision, the Booralee Park Playspace Renewal and Fitness Station, and the Sydney Metro City and Southwest, with the accompanying catalog highlighting those holding the highest local importance.
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Sydney Metro City and Southwest
A 30km metro rail line extending the M1 Northwest Line from Chatswood to Bankstown via twin tunnels under Sydney Harbour and the CBD. The Chatswood to Sydenham section opened in August 2024, with conversion of the 13.5km Sydenham to Bankstown section scheduled for completion in late 2026. Once fully operational, the 66km corridor with 31 stations will deliver driverless metro services running every four minutes during peak periods.
Booralee Park Playspace Renewal and Fitness Station
Complete renewal of Booralee Park district-level playspace featuring contemporary play equipment for ages 2-12, outdoor fitness station for all fitness levels, accessible pathways, and improved landscaping. Project includes demolition of existing Daniel Street playground and removal of Bay Street playground. Community consultation completed July 2024.
Bexley North High Density Residential Development
Approved rezoning project allowing construction of three residential flat buildings ranging from 5 to 6 storeys with up to 100 apartments. LEP amendment became effective 21 June 2024, rezoning from R2 Low Density to R4 High Density Residential with increased height limit to 20.5m and FSR to 2:1.
Salvation Army Bexley North Subdivision
State Significant Development involving subdivision of the former Salvation Army training college site. The proposal includes retention of heritage buildings, demolition of other structures, removal of trees, new internal roads and drainage, and creation of residential lots capable of delivering up to 49 dwellings. The project remains under assessment, with subsequent amended applications also lodged to revise the subdivision and housing layout.
Bexley North Hotel Mixed-Use Development
Proposed mixed-use redevelopment of the Bexley North Hotel site, owned by the same family for over 40 years, on a 4,236 sqm landholding. The concept comprises a 4-5 storey eastern building with residential apartments and small retail fronting Slade Road, plus a 6-10 storey western building with a pub, retail tenancies, a 50-room hotel, and residential uses above, totalling approximately 92 apartments across both buildings. Bayside Council did not support the associated planning proposal (PP-2022-2456) to amend height and floor space ratio controls, but a Rezoning Review panel found it had merit and a Gateway Determination was issued on 30 May 2023, allowing public exhibition from 6 November to 1 December 2023.Following exhibition, the proponent withdrew the planning proposal in February 2024. As of 2026 the hotel site is being marketed for sale via Expression of Interest by Colliers and HTL Property, promoted with its mixed-use redevelopment potential (STCA) rather than being pursued as an active council application.
Sydney Metro City & Southwest - Sydenham to Bankstown (T3 Bankstown Line Conversion)
Conversion of the 13.5km T3 Bankstown Line to fully automated metro standards. The project involves upgrading 10 stations between Marrickville and Bankstown, installing platform screen doors, and ensuring full accessibility. Overall construction is significantly advanced with testing underway. Once operational in late 2026, the line provides turn-up-and-go services every 4 minutes during peak periods.
Kingsgrove Public Preschool
New public preschool co-located at Kingsgrove Public School with entrance from Caroline Street, delivered as part of the NSW Government's $769 million investment in 100 new public preschools statewide. The facility will feature 2 preschool rooms, an outdoor play area, and administration and staff amenities, accommodating up to 40 children per day. Construction is progressing well on site: bulk excavation is complete, services have been installed, and the concrete slab has been poured. Steel wall framing and roofing are the next steps.Architect is Pedavoli Architects and builder is Richard Crookes Construction. Completion is anticipated for Day 1 Term 1 2027.
Rail Service Improvement Program - T4 Illawarra & Eastern Suburbs Line
A multi-billion-dollar upgrade (formerly More Trains, More Services) modernising the T4 line for higher frequency. Key works include the Digital Systems Program replacing trackside signals with ETCS Level 2 technology, platform extensions at Waterfall and Kiama for the Mariyung fleet, and power upgrades. As of May 2026, Mariyung trains have commenced passenger service on the South Coast Line (April 2026), and Digital Systems testing continues between Bondi Junction and Erskineville.
7,688 residents of Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park are employed, from a labour force of 7,940. Unemployment sits at 3.2%, with participation at 69.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 10,572, 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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The resident workforce in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park is characterized by solid educational attainment and strong participation in corporate services, alongside an unemployment rate of just 3.2% and annual employment growth estimated at 3.1%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 7,688, with local unemployment sitting 1.0% lower than the Greater Sydney mark of 4.1% and labor participation broadly matching the wider metropolitan rate of 68.9%. Census records show that a substantial 46.0% of workers performed their roles remotely, though prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time should be factored into this figure.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The district demonstrates a distinct orientation toward finance & insurance roles, where local employment concentration is 1.2 times the wider metropolitan average. In contrast, health care & social assistance accounts for a comparatively smaller share locally at 12.7% versus 14.1% across the region. Given the comparison between the resident labor pool and the Census workplace count, this predominantly residential community offers comparatively few internal job positions. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics, the annual cycle registered a 3.1% rise in employed persons against a 3.5% expansion in the total labor pool, resulting in a 0.3 percentage points uptick in the unemployment rate. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9% and a 1.9% increase in the labor force, accompanied by a slight decrease. National workforce projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future hiring demand across Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park. These five- and ten-year industry models were applied against the local occupational baseline to estimate future employment trajectories. Across the country, total headcount is projected to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with performance varying widely by sector. Calibrating these industry forecasts to the local resident workforce profile indicates employment gains of 6.8% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (note that this represents a direct weighted modeling exercise for illustrative insight and omits specific local population shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park is $2,027 a week (about $105,000 a year), with median personal income at $763 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,590 a year against an average of $73,698. 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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Based on the most recent postcode ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, taxable individuals within the Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park SA2 register a median earnings figure of $56,590 and an average of $73,698. While higher than national norms, these figures sit below Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Applying cumulative Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated benchmarks of roughly $62,430 (median) and $81,304 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household income placed at the 67th percentile ($2,027 weekly), whereas individual earnings positioned at the 41st percentile.
Income cohorts show that 27.6% of residents (3,721 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, aligning closely with the broader region where 30.9% occupy the same tier. High earning power is evident with 32.7% of households earning more than $3,000 per week, underpinning substantial consumer expenditure. Although residential commitments claim 16.0% of earnings, solid household revenue maintains disposable income at the 67th percentile and positions the district in the 7th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park had 4,458 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 9% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,700 a month. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.7%. 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, the local housing landscape in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park was comprised of 80.0% standalone houses and 20.0% alternative housing formats (including semi-detached units, apartments, and other residential types), diverging from the Sydney metro distribution of 55.9% standalone houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright ownership in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park substantially outstripped metropolitan levels at 42.5%, with the balance held under mortgages (30.2%) or rented out (27.3%). Monthly median mortgage costs reached $2,700, surpassing the Sydney metro benchmark of $2,427, while weekly median rent stood at $500 compared to $470 across the metropolitan basin.
Relative to all of Australia, local monthly loan repayments noticeably exceed the national benchmark of $1,863, and typical weekly rent is markedly above the Australian norm of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park counted 4,458 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 79% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the vast majority of local residences at 77.3%, consisting of 40.0% couples with children, 22.8% childless couples, and 13.0% single parent arrangements. Non-family living situations make up the remaining 22.7%, encompassing single-person homes at 20.5% and shared group dwellings at 2.3%. The typical household size sits at 2.8 people, slightly exceeding the Greater Sydney norm of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.7% of adults in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park hold a university qualification, including 24.1% with a bachelor degree and 7.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 15.5% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,168 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,065 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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Tertiary attainment in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park sits below wider regional indicators, with 33.7% of individuals aged 15+ possessing university credentials compared to 38.7% across the SA3 area, suggesting scope for continued qualification growth. Bachelor degree holders represent the largest proportion at 24.1%, followed by postgraduate degree holders (7.6%) and graduate diploma recipients (2.0%). Meanwhile, vocational qualifications are widely held, with 26.7% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, broken down into advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (15.5%). Enrolment rates across the population are substantial, with 28.6% of community members actively engaged in structured education.
Among these learners, primary schooling accounts for 8.4%, secondary schooling represents 7.9%, and higher education programs involve 6.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park reaches 150 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 5,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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Analysis of the local transit network identifies 150 active transport stops operating across Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park, spanning both bus and rail services. This infrastructure is utilized by 32 individual routes, which combine to provide 5,137 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is ranked as exceptional, with inhabitants generally situated 118 meters from their closest boarding point. Because the district functions mainly as a residential suburb, outbound travel predominates: private vehicles serve as the main travel method at 79%, followed by 13% utilizing trains. Private vehicle availability averages 1.2 per dwelling.
Additionally, 46.0% of local workers operated from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions). Transit schedules deliver an average of 733 trips per day across all servicing lines, which corresponds to roughly 34 weekly trips per individual stop. The corresponding spatial chart outlines the 100 nearest stops to the geographic centerpoint.
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75.1% of residents in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 97% of areas nationally. 6.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health and wellbeing metrics across Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park show excellent standing according to AreaSearch reviews of mortality figures and chronic illness rates, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups and private health insurance coverage extending across approximately 56% of the local population (~7,564 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Arthritis and asthma represent the two most prevalent diagnosed illnesses within the community, reported by 6.4 and 5.3% of inhabitants respectively, while 75.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, tracking slightly ahead of the Greater Sydney rate of 74.6%.
Individuals aged 65 and over comprise 21.0% of the local population (2,835 people), which exceeds the Greater Sydney proportion of 15.5%. Wellbeing indicators for older residents are particularly robust, matching national benchmarks seen in the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.3% of Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park residents were born overseas and 54.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (16.6%) and Greek (16.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park exhibits pronounced multicultural markers, with 40.3% of residents born abroad and 54.8% using a non-English language in their households. Christianity forms the predominant faith tradition, practiced by 62.3% of individuals in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park, compared to 49.2% recorded across Greater Sydney. Examining parental heritage, the three most common ancestral backgrounds in Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park are Chinese at 16.6% of the population (markedly exceeding the regional benchmark of 8.4%), Greek at 16.3% (well above the wider average of 1.9%), and Other origins at 13.5%.
Distinct variations also appear across other demographic heritages, including Lebanese backgrounds at 5.3% locally (vs 2.6% regionally), Vietnamese heritage at 2.0% (vs 1.8%), and Macedonian background at 1.3% (vs 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park is 42. 25.6% 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 community of Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park displays a more mature age structure than Greater Sydney overall. In assessments current to August 2026, senior and retiree demographics (65+) account for 21.0% of inhabitants versus 15.5% across Greater Sydney, whereas the cohort aged 25 - 44 represents 25.4% locally against 31.4% regionally. This establishes a median age of an estimated 42, matching the 2021 Census finding and sitting 5 years above the Greater Sydney median of 37 recorded in that Census. Since the Census, the mature adult bracket (45 - 64) has decreased from 26.6% to an estimated 25.2%.
Looking ahead to 2041, senior cohorts are expected to drive the bulk of local demographic expansion, growing by 948 residents (33%) to reach 3,784, while younger adult segments are projected to decrease alongside children and youth groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kingsgrove (South) - Bardwell Park
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 | Aug 2026 last month all 7 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 7 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (12,973 at the 2021 Census → 13,484 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 (119041377). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.