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The median house price in Kogarah is $1.91m, with units at $750k. House values have moved 2.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Kogarah has an estimated 15,389 residents, up from 13,051 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,338 people, or 17.9%. Growth has averaged 3.4% a year over five years, faster than 89% of areas nationally. 530 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 91.7% of that increase. That puts 6,932 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 AreaSearch's evaluation, Kogarah's population stands at approximately 15,389 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,338 people (17.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 13,051 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 15,387 as of June 2025 alongside 530 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With a density ratio of 6,932 persons per square kilometer, the area ranks in the top 10% of all locations analyzed nationwide, highlighting the high demand for local land. The area's 17.9% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader SA4 region (6.5%) and the state, positioning it as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver for this growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 91.7% of all population increases recently. AreaSearch relies on projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are implemented. Age cohort growth trends derived from these sources are also projected forward for all locations from 2032 to 2041. Based on these expected demographic shifts, the region is projected to experience exceptional growth that places it in the top 10 percent of all Australian statistical locations, with an expected increase of 7,005 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, translating to a total growth of 45.5% over the 16 years.
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789 new dwellings have been approved in Kogarah over the past five years, an average of 157 a year. That places the area in the 87th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 94 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 6% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 69, 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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On average, Kogarah has recorded approximately 157 new residential approvals annually, amounting to 789 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 64 approvals registered. Reflecting strong demand that supports local property values, the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) saw an average of 3 new residents added per year for each approved dwelling, with new homes constructed at a mean cost of $233,000—a figure below regional averages that points to more budget-friendly purchase options. Furthermore, commercial approvals valued at $33.3 million have been logged during this financial year, pointing to a high degree of local business investment.
Per capita development activity in Kogarah is 112.0% higher than in Greater Sydney, offering prospective purchasers plenty of options even though the pace of development has slowed down recently. This volume of activity sits substantially above the national benchmark, demonstrating significant builder interest in the locality. Recent building approvals consist of 6.0% detached houses and 94.0% multi-dwelling options like townhouses or apartments. The emphasis on high-density housing options provides more budget-friendly entry points, catering to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a clear departure from the current housing mix (which stands at 23.0% houses), indicating a decline in available land for development alongside shifting preferences for diverse, affordable options. With approximately 566 people per approval, the locality displays characteristics of a mature, built-out area. Long-term forecasts indicate that Kogarah will add 7,003 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of housing may fall short of population demands, which could intensify competition among buyers and underpin stronger price growth.
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AreaSearch tracks 19 current infrastructure and development projects inside Kogarah, worth an estimated $4.68 billion. A further 95 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $21.6 billion. 22 are already under construction and 43 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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An area's growth and performance are closely linked to infrastructure updates, major developments, and local planning decisions. AreaSearch has identified a total of 29 projects expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include the Kogarah North Urban Design Strategy Implementation, the Ganellen Kogarah Town Centre Redevelopment, The Rise, and the Kogarah Public School Upgrade, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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Kogarah North Urban Design Strategy Implementation
Strategic urban renewal project transforming 7.6-hectare Kogarah North precinct from low-density residential to high-density mixed-use development. Endorsed by Georges River Council in November 2017, the strategy facilitates coordinated redevelopment with new planning controls allowing buildings up to 33 metres height. Multiple developments approved and under construction including several 10-12 storey residential buildings delivering improved public spaces, enhanced connectivity, and housing diversity as part of Kogarah Strategic Centre.
Kogarah Public School Upgrade
The Kogarah Public School upgrade involves constructing a new multipurpose hall, 24 new modern classrooms, outdoor spaces and play areas, a covered outdoor learning area (COLA), and removal of temporary classrooms. Construction is now underway: site establishment was completed in September 2025 including fencing, hoardings, site sheds and a temporary construction driveway from Princes Highway. The old COLA has been dismantled for reuse at another school, the toilet block and storage shed have been demolished, and detailed excavation, inground services and piling for the new building foundations are now in progress.Builder Stephen Edwards Constructions and architect Fulton Trotter are delivering the project for the NSW Government, with forecast completion in 2027.
The Rise
The Rise offers a collection of beautifully crafted one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in Kogarah, featuring open and light-filled spaces, gourmet kitchens with SMEG appliances, luxurious bathrooms, master bedrooms with en-suites, study spaces, sweeping views, a communal garden with BBQ, and ground-floor retail spaces. It includes 47 residential units and 3 commercial spaces, with three levels of basement parking and 12 storeys above ground.
M6 Motorway Stage 1
M6 Motorway Stage 1 delivers a four-kilometre twin tunnel connecting the M8 at Arncliffe to President Avenue in Kogarah. The project removes over 2,000 trucks daily from local surface roads, integrates a new active transport corridor, and includes rehabilitated recreational parklands at Ador Park and McCarthy Reserve. Construction of the main tunnel alignment and portal connections is actively progressing towards operational opening.
Ganellen Kogarah Town Centre Redevelopment
Proposed redevelopment of the Kogarah Town Centre. Originally envisioned to include three 19-storey apartment towers with over 600 dwellings above the retail complex, a train station upgrade, and commercial components. The initial planning proposal was withdrawn, but future development for the site will be guided by the Georges River Council's Kogarah Strategic Centre Master Plan, which is currently in the draft preparation stage.
Kogarah Strategic Centre Master Plan
A 20-year strategic master plan to guide the future growth of Kogarah as a key Sydney hub for health, education, business, and transport. The plan will steer development across an area bounded by the railway corridor, Princes Highway, Jubilee Avenue, and Harrow Road, supporting the South District Plan target of 20,500 jobs by 2036. Key outcomes include a wider mix of housing types, additional affordable housing guided by the council's Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme, expanded employment and community spaces, improved walking, cycling and public transport links, and enhanced support for the health and education precinct anchored by St George Hospital, the private hospital, and Kogarah TAFE.The first phase of community consultation ran from 28 May to 16 June 2025. The council is currently reviewing feedback and preparing the draft master plan, with public exhibition scheduled for late 2025 to early 2026 and finalisation expected in mid-2026.
Arka Kogarah
Arka offers 106 thoughtfully designed apartments in Kogarah, balancing form and function for the modern lifestyle, inspired by the natural rhythms of life, embodying harmony and flow, located close to the city, beaches, and key amenities.
Level 33 Kogarah Bay Development
$35 million mixed-use project on a 10-lot amalgamated site, including 112 apartments in a 10-level tower, with retail and commercial components. Located in Kogarah Bay near the town centre and train station.
10,340 residents of Kogarah are employed, from a labour force of 10,540. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 79.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, 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 17,373, about 113% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Kogarah is characterized by a highly educated local workforce with a strong concentration in professional services, an unemployment rate sitting at just 1.9%, and a 3.3% rise in estimated employment over the last year. In March 2026, there were 10,340 employed residents, while the unemployment rate remained 2.2% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and workforce participation reached an elevated level (79.5% compared to Greater Sydney's 69.1%). Census data indicates that a high proportion of residents, 38.1%, worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted alongside COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
Resident employment is heavily concentrated in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and retail trade. The locality shows a distinct specialization in the health care & social assistance sector, where the employment share is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 5.6% of local jobs, below the Greater Sydney average of 8.9%. A ratio of 0.9 workers per resident at the time of the Census indicates robust local employment opportunities. According to AreaSearch's assessment of SALM and ABS statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 3.3% and the labour force expand by 3.5%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This trend diverged from Greater Sydney, which experienced a 1.9% rise in employment, a 1.9% expansion of the labour force, and a slight decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 provide additional context regarding future demand in Kogarah. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the local workforce mix suggests Kogarah's employment could grow by 7.4% over five years and 15.0% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Kogarah is $1,959 a week (about $102,000 a year), with median personal income at $905 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,431 a year against an average of $70,870. 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 AreaSearch's analysis of the latest postcode ATO data from the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Kogarah SA2 recorded a median income of $58,431 and an average income of $70,870. This exceeds the national average and compares to $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average) across Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $64,461 for the median and $78,184 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Kogarah sit around the 65th percentile nationally.
The statistics reveal that 37.8% of the population (5,817 individuals) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the broader region where 30.9% are in this bracket. High housing costs take up 19.1% of income, but strong earnings keep disposable income at the 58th percentile, and the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kogarah had 4,886 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 23% detached houses and 69% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 48% rented and 23% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $464 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,251 a month, a total housing cost higher than 88% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 23.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, the housing stock in Kogarah consisted of 22.7% houses and 77.3% other dwellings (comprising semi-detached properties, apartments, and 'other' accommodation types), compared to the Sydney metropolitan average of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kogarah was lower than the Sydney metro rate, standing at 22.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (29.5%) or rented (47.7%). The median monthly mortgage cost of $2,251 was lower than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $464 compared to the metropolitan average of $470.
On a national level, Kogarah's mortgage repayments are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kogarah counted 4,886 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,761 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 27% 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 make up the majority of households at 67.4%, consisting of couples with children (31.1%), couples without children (25.3%), and single-parent families (8.9%). The remaining 32.6% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 26.7% and group households at 5.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 people is slightly smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
46.4% of adults in Kogarah hold a university qualification, including 30.3% with a bachelor degree and 14.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 77% of areas nationally. A further 12.4% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 3,510 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,060 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The level of education in Kogarah is substantially higher than state and national averages, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational lead positions the local population well for knowledge-intensive career paths. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 30.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (14.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational and technical skills are also common, with 25.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (12.4%). Participation in education is high, with 32.3% of the local population currently enrolled in study.
This includes 8.4% in primary schools, 8.2% in tertiary institutions, and 5.5% in secondary education.
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Public transport in Kogarah reaches 58 stops on 23 routes, timetabled for about 4,800 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 0.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport reveals 58 active stops within Kogarah, providing a combination of train and bus services. These stops are serviced by 23 separate routes, which together accommodate 4,845 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 134 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential nature, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary transport mode at 52%, followed by trains at 27% and walking at 12%. Car ownership stands at an average of 0.6 vehicles per household, which is below the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 38.1%, work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 692 trips daily across all transport routes, which translates to roughly 83 weekly trips per individual stop.
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80.0% of residents in Kogarah report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 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 indicators point to positive outcomes for Kogarah residents, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and medical conditions showing alignment with national averages. The rate of common medical conditions is standard across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, sitting at approximately 54% of the population (~8,325 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical diagnoses in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 5.0% and 4.6% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 80.0% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The proportion of residents aged 65 and over is 12.7% (1,954 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Health outcomes for seniors are above average, with national rankings aligning with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
59.8% of Kogarah residents were born overseas and 65.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 96% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (14.4%) and English (9.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Kogarah ranks among the most culturally diverse areas nationally, with 65.0% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 59.8% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 46.4% of the population. However, the most distinct religious representation is Hinduism, which is practiced by 16.1% of residents, a rate significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Looking at ancestral background (parents' birthplaces), the top three groups represented in Kogarah are Other at 26.4% of the population (significantly higher than the regional average of 16.0%), Chinese at 14.4% (well above the regional average of 8.4%), and English at 9.7% (notably lower than the regional average of 19.0%).
Other notable demographic differences include a high representation of Greek ancestry at 7.0% (compared to 1.9% regionally), Spanish at 1.1% (compared to 0.6%), and Filipino at 4.7% (compared to 2.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kogarah is 34, younger than 79% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 35.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Kogarah is 34 years, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and younger than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Kogarah has a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (22.9%) but a lower share of children aged 5 - 14 (8.5%). This concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national rate of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age cohort has increased from 10.6% to 12.6% of the population, while the group aged 85+ has decreased from 3.5% to 2.2%.
Population projections for 2041 suggest major demographic shifts, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 67%, adding 1,123 residents to reach a total of 2,789.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kogarah
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 19 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 — 530 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (13,051 at the 2021 Census → 15,389 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 (119041378). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.