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The median house price in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden is $950k, with units at $700k. House values have moved 4.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden has an estimated 11,538 residents, up from 11,445 at the 2021 Census. That puts 246 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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Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden's population is around 11,538 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 93 people (0.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,445 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 11,536 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 25 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 246 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development.
Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden's 0.8% growth since census positions it within 0.8 percentage points of the SA3 area (1.6%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch adopts projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. If an SA2 region is not covered by these figures, the 2022 NSW State Government projections based on 2021 numbers are used. Age group expansion dynamics derived from these sets are applied to all areas for the period 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, expansion just under the national median is anticipated, with the locality projected to add 607 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total gain of 5.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
94 new dwellings have been approved in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden over the past five years, an average of 18 a year. That is 1.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 18, 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 building approvals in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden have run at a yearly average of approximately 18, accumulating to 94 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 17 approvals registered. Because the population has decreased over the preceding timeframe, the supply of housing has remained sufficient to meet demand, leading to a balanced market environment with options for buyers, while new residences are constructed at a mean cost of $247,000—a level below regional benchmarks—signifying more economical options for purchasers. In addition, $686,000 in commercial development approvals were recorded during the current financial year, underlining the residential character of the locality.
Compared to Greater Sydney, building activity per capita in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden is 19.0% lower, placing it in the 16th percentile of assessed regions across the country, which limits options for buyers and sustains interest in pre-existing residences. This volume is also lower than the national standard, showing the maturity of the local market and suggesting potential construction constraints. Furthermore, new building activity has consisted entirely of single detached houses, preserving the established low-density layout of the area with an emphasis on family residences that attract those looking for space. The calculated ratio of 1052 people per single dwelling approval highlights a quiet development market with low activity. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, demographic projections suggest Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden will add 605 residents by 2041. Construction activity is keeping a reasonable pace with the expected growth, though buyers might face increased competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 56 current infrastructure and development projects close to Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden, worth an estimated $5.44 billion. 14 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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 planning decisions, and development programs are significant drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 0 projects expected to influence this locality. Prominent projects include the Warragamba Dam Raising Project, the Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan, Greater Sydney Cycling Network Improvements, and Greater Sydney Water Security, with the details of those most relevant to the area listed below.
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Rail Infrastructure Upgrades - Blue Mountains Line (Blaxland to Linden Stations)
The NSW Government is upgrading and modifying rail infrastructure at Blaxland, Warrimoo, Valley Heights, Springwood, Faulconbridge, and Linden stations on the Blue Mountains Line. Works form part of the broader Rail Infrastructure Upgrades project to accommodate the new Mariyung intercity fleet, and include platform modifications, stopping marker adjustments, lighting upgrades, and signalling works. Construction is actively underway at multiple locations as of 2025-2026, with the Mariyung trains having entered passenger service on the Blue Mountains Line in October 2025.
Buttenshaw Park Adventure Playground
Upgrade of Buttenshaw Park in Springwood to create an inclusive youth adventure playground with a custom cubic climbing tower, double flying fox, group swing, bouldering wall, ping pong table, new paths, shelters, seating, bike racks, landscaping and improved accessibility. The youth play space opened in 2023 under the Western Parkland City Liveability Program, with a small pump track for younger riders being delivered as a second stage due for completion in 2025.
Woolworths Springwood Supermarket
Development of a new full-line Woolworths supermarket (3,489 sqm) and complementary specialty retail tenancy on the corner of Macquarie Road and Raymond Road in central Springwood. The project includes direct-to-boot facilities, lower ground and rooftop parking (159 spaces), new vehicular and pedestrian access, landscaping and public domain upgrades, and restoration and integration of the heritage-listed Oriental Hotel. The Sydney Western City Planning Panel granted development approval unanimously on 6 November 2025. The project team is now working through detailed conditions with Blue Mountains City Council.Construction is expected to take 15 to 18 months once commenced, with a possible start in 2026.
Springwood Tennis Club Upgrade
Upgrade of Springwood Tennis Club in Springwood, NSW, delivered by Blue Mountains City Council with NSW Government Female Friendly Community Sport Facilities and Lighting Upgrades funding. The project replaced outdated floodlights with modern LED lighting, upgraded two courts to hardcourt surfacing and improved female friendly, accessible amenities to create a safer and more inclusive community sport facility.
Springwood District Library Redevelopment
Redevelopment and expansion of Springwood Library into a modern, light filled district library with full height glazing to the south facade, new reading and study areas, meeting rooms, an accessible lift and an upgraded customer service area within the Springwood community and cultural precinct.
Echo Point Precinct Upgrade
Multi-stage upgrade of the Echo Point visitor precinct at Katoomba in the Blue Mountains. Following the 2020 completion of the sandstone gathering place, Prince of Wales Lookout, and night-lit boardwalk, current works funded by the NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program are delivering balustrade and pathway improvements, upgraded lighting, and improved signage at Echo Point. The broader visitor infrastructure program also covers Pulpit Rock and Sublime Point, coordinated with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, improving accessibility and visitor flow for one of Australia's most popular tourism destinations.
Springwood Town Centre Rejuvenation
Street and public domain upgrade delivering elements of the Springwood Town Centre Masterplan along Macquarie Road. Works funded through the Western Parkland City Liveability Program under the Western Sydney City Deal upgraded three key pedestrian crossings, formalised parking, renewed guttering and garden beds, and added new planting and seating to create a safer and more attractive high street that supports local businesses. Construction commenced in late 2020 and was completed in 2021, improving access to the railway station, shops and community facilities in the town centre.
Katoomba Town Centre Upgrade
Council led upgrade program to Katoomba Street and adjacent laneways in Katoomba town centre. Works include continuation and completion of paving, kerb and gutter upgrades, new street furniture and lighting, outdoor dining and event spaces, tree planting and landscaping, public art and heritage interpretation, and improved wayfinding and directional signage. The project is funded by a 7.5 million dollar NSW Government grant and is in the planning and design phase, with construction to follow and completion targeted for 2027.
6,192 residents of Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden are employed, from a labour force of 6,349. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 66.0%. 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 9,327, about 81% 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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Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden has a highly educated workforce, a strong presence in essential services, and an unemployment rate of only 2.5%. As of March 2026, 6,192 local residents are employed, which is an unemployment rate 1.7% below the Greater Sydney figure of 4.1%, while labor force participation is slightly below the benchmark (66.0% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census data indicates that a substantial 41.0% of workers operated from home, though this may have been influenced by Covid-19 lockdown restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety.
The region exhibits a distinct concentration in education & training, holding an employment share 1.8 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minor footprint, accounting for 6.6% of local employment compared to 11.5% across the region. The strongly residential layout of the community appears to restrict local job availability, as shown by comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 3.8% and employment fell by 3.6%, which led to a 0.3 percentage point decrease in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labor force expand by 1.9%, with unemployment decreasing slightly. Employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective demand in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden. These five and ten-year forecasts have been matched to the local employment structure to model potential growth. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary greatly across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the industry composition of Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden suggests that local employment could grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden is $1,755 a week (about $91,000 a year), with median personal income at $784 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,875 a year against an average of $66,016. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, the Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $55,875 and an average of $66,016. This is slightly below the national average, contrasting with a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $61,641 for the median and $72,829 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden are all moderate, placing between the 45th and 50th percentiles.
Looking at income distribution, 34.3% of the population (3,957 individuals) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which aligns with the broader region where 30.9% are in this bracket. High housing costs account for 15.5% of income, but solid overall earnings place disposable income at the 51st percentile, with the SEIFA index ranking the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden had 4,428 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 2% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 22.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden consisted of 96.7% houses and 3.4% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden was significantly higher than the Sydney metropolitan average, standing at 37.9%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (47.3%) or rented (14.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 was well below the metropolitan Sydney average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent of $400 compared to $470 in metropolitan Sydney.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden counted 4,428 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority at 72.3% of the total, consisting of 31.7% couples with children, 28.0% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.7%, which includes lone person households at 25.4% and group households at 2.2%. The median household size of 2.5 people is slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.1% of adults in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden hold a university qualification, including 20.1% with a bachelor degree and 8.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 84% of areas nationally. A further 24.4% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 1,006 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,068 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 educational profile of this area is distinct within the region, as university qualification rates (33.1% of residents aged 15+) exceed the SA4 regional average of 23.9%, showing a strong focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 20.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (8.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational and technical skills are also common, with 37.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (24.4%). Participation in study is high, with 28.8% of the population enrolled in formal education.
This group is composed of 9.2% in primary schools, 8.2% in secondary schools, and 4.9% in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden reaches 128 stops on 38 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 networks include 128 active transit stops in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden, consisting of train stations and bus stops. These locations are served by 38 separate routes, which provide a total of 1,270 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 293 meters from the nearest transit stop. Because the community is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area; private vehicles remain the main transport mode at 90%, while trains are used by 6%. Household car ownership averages 1.5 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average, and 41.0% of residents work from home based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Transit frequency averages 181 services per day across all routes, which is about 9 weekly services per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the locality.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
63.3% of residents in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden report no long-term health condition. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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 metrics point to positive trends for residents of Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden, with AreaSearch's study of mortality rates and medical conditions showing results that align with national averages, though common health conditions are slightly more frequent than average in both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage lags slightly behind the average SA2 area, representing approximately 52% of the population (~5,988 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical diagnoses in the region were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 11.0% and 9.2% of residents respectively, while 63.3% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age cohort experiences notable health difficulties with elevated rates of chronic illnesses. Residents aged 65 and over make up 21.1% of the population (2,432 people), which is higher than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney, with national health rankings generally matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden is largely Australian-born, at 82.8% of residents, with 6.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.5%) and Australian (26.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden exhibits lower cultural diversity compared to benchmarks, with 82.8% of residents born in Australia, 93.0% holding citizenship, and 93.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 42.6% of the population. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Looking at parent country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden are English at 29.5% (well above the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 26.2% (well above the regional average of 17.8%), and Irish at 10.1%.
Significant differences also appear in other ancestries: Welsh is overrepresented at 0.9% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Hungarian at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%), and Dutch at 1.9% (compared to 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden is 43. 20.5% 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 of 43 years in Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of people aged 55 - 64 (14.6%), while the 25 - 34 age bracket is smaller (9.1%) than in Greater Sydney. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 5.0% to 7.5% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 12.8% to 11.5%. Looking to 2041, population projections indicate shifts in the local age structure, with the 75 to 84 cohort expected to grow by 368 people (43%) from 866 to 1,235.
The combined 65+ age brackets are projected to account for 79% of total population growth, showing the aging trend of the area, while the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 groups are projected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Lawson - Hazelbrook - Linden
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 25 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,445 at the 2021 Census → 11,538 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 (124011453). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.