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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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The median house price in Leichhardt is $2.27m, with units at $1.00m. House values have moved 3.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Leichhardt has an estimated 18,361 residents, up from 17,532 at the 2021 Census — a change of 829 people, or 4.7%. 231 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 6,161 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Leichhardt stands at approximately 18,361 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 829 individuals (4.7%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 17,532 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 18,357 in June 2025 alongside 231 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population count translates to a density of 6,161 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the highest 10% of all national areas analysed by AreaSearch and highlights the high demand for local land.
The 4.7% rate of expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (4.1%), establishing the suburb as a local growth frontrunner. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 67.9% of the net population increase over recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 localities, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 territories not represented in this dataset, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 utilizing a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends derived from these profiles are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts suggest an expansion rate slightly below the national median, with the population projected to grow by 1,475 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing an overall rise of 8.0% across the 16 years.
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360 new dwellings have been approved in Leichhardt over the past five years, an average of 72 a year. That is 4.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 60% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 31, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approval figures show that Leichhardt averages approximately 72 residential approvals annually, with 360 residential properties approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 29 recorded so far in FY-26. Over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the ratio of new arrivals stood at 1 new resident per year per new home, indicating a balanced demand and supply dynamic that fosters stable market conditions; however, this metric has risen to 7.1 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, suggesting an undersupply and rising local demand.
The average construction value for new dwellings is $182,000, which is below regional benchmarks and points to more budget-friendly purchasing options. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $1.5 million have been logged during this financial year, showing limited commercial construction progress. Leichhardt registers moderately elevated construction levels compared to Greater Sydney, tracking at 35.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year timeframe, which helps preserve choice for buyers while sustaining current asset valuations, even though construction pace has slowed recently. The mix of new housing approvals consists of 60.0% detached homes and 40.0% townhouses or apartments, displaying a growing proportion of attached configurations that offer options across various budgets, ranging from spacious family homes to compact, entry-level properties. Developers are prioritizing standalone houses relative to the existing housing stock profile, which stood at 39.0% at the Census, pointing to sustained demand for traditional family houses despite increasing urban density. The presence of approximately 635 people per approved dwelling highlights the mature state of the local market. Projecting forward, the population of Leichhardt is anticipated to increase by 1,471 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, the supply of housing is likely to satisfy demand, maintaining positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth that outstrips current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Leichhardt
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Leichhardt, worth an estimated $531 million. A further 122 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $112.4 billion. 35 are already under construction and 46 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are major drivers of local growth. AreaSearch has tracked 32 projects in the pipeline that are expected to influence the suburb. Important projects include the Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre Renovation, the Leichhardt Oval Redevelopment, Oria Annandale on the Lilyfield border, and the Redevelopment of 40-76 William Street, Leichhardt, with the main initiatives detailed in the list below.
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Leichhardt Oval Refurbishment
$40 million refurbishment and upgrade of Leichhardt Oval, including renovation of the historic western grandstand, replacement of seating with modern stadium seating, modern hospitality and media facilities, four NRL-compliant female-friendly change rooms, a new northern grandstand and replacement of the lower seating bowl with a new 1,500-seat stand. The project is jointly funded by the Australian Government, NSW Government and Inner West Council, and is intended to support elite and community sport across multiple codes.The NSW Planning Portal currently lists the State Significant Development as at Response to Submissions, with construction expected after the 2026 season and completion ahead of the 2028 season, subject to planning approval.
Oria Annandale
A landmark 10-storey mixed-use development by Toga delivering 176 apartments and ground-floor retail directly opposite Lilyfield on the City West Link. The project is currently at the Planning Proposal and State Significant Development Application (SSDA) stage with the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
The Joinery Annandale
The Joinery Annandale is Landcom’s mixed-use redevelopment of the 1.1-hectare former WestConnex dive site at 160-186 Parramatta Road and 79-95 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Annandale. The precinct is planned for around 577 apartments, including a 21-storey build-to-rent tower of 220 homes for essential workers at discounted rents, plus market and affordable apartments, ground-floor retail and services, a central public plaza and new pedestrian links between Parramatta Road and Pyrmont Bridge Road. In December 2025 the site was rezoned to Mixed Use (MU1) and the State Significant Development Application for the build-to-rent tower (SSD-82714716) was approved on 23 December 2025.Construction of the essential-worker building is targeted to start in 2026, with first move-ins expected around late 2028; remaining lots are intended for sale to private developers for further apartment delivery.
Redevelopment of 40-76 William Street, Leichhardt
Partial demolition and adaptive reuse of the existing structure, construction of five new residential buildings ranging from 5 to 10 storeys, delivery of approximately 200-210 residential apartments inclusive of 5% affordable housing, with basement parking and landscaped open spaces.
Ara Leichhardt
A curated collection of 139 signature apartments across six boutique buildings at 141 Allen Street. Features studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments with premium finishes and low strata fees. Developed by Changfa Group with architecture by Group GSA.
194-202 Marion Street Mixed-Use Development
Four storey mixed use development with basement parking, retail shops, and 26 apartments. Site cleared for demolition, but further construction pending due to ongoing appeal for modifications to add two storeys and ten additional units.
Sydney Metro Sydenham to Bankstown Conversion
The Sydenham to Bankstown conversion involves upgrading 13km of the T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards. As of May 2026, the project is in a final testing and construction 'blitz', with conversion works over 85% complete. Key milestones include the opening of the Bankstown Station transport hub in March 2026 and the installation of over 1,100 fixed gap fillers. Testing has entered a rigorous phase to validate signalling and platform screen doors, with passenger services scheduled to commence in the second half of 2026.
159 Allen Street Development
46 residential apartments across two buildings (4-storey and 5-storey blocks). Developed by Desane Group Holdings with architecture by Group GSA. Located 200m from Hawthorne Light Rail Station.
11,223 residents of Leichhardt are employed, from a labour force of 11,720. Unemployment sits at 4.2%, with participation at 76.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor force is characterized by high levels of education, with particularly strong representation in the technology industry, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.2%. As of March 2026, employed residents number 11,223, while the unemployment rate sits 0.1% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and the participation rate is significantly elevated at 76.7% compared to the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census records indicate that 62.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure should be viewed in light of pandemic lockdown measures. Most working residents are employed in the professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors.
Professional & technical services show a high level of local specialization, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, the construction sector is less prominent, employing 5.7% of workers compared to 8.6% across the wider region. Although there are employment opportunities within the suburb, a comparison of the Census working population against the locally employed population suggests a significant portion of residents travel outside the area for work. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the size of the local labor force contracted by 1.6% and total employment fell by 1.7% over the 12 months ending March 2026, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9%, the labor force expand by 1.9%, and unemployment decrease slightly. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future local demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been combined with the local industry profile to estimate employment trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these sectoral growth rates to the employment profile of Leichhardt indicates that local employment is poised to expand by 7.3% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes that excludes localized demographic projections.
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Median household income in Leichhardt is $2,721 a week (about $141,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,377 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $82,581 a year against an average of $113,092. 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 compilation of the latest ATO postcode statistics for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Leichhardt SA2 recorded a median income of $82,581 and an average income of $113,092. These figures are within the highest national percentiles and compare to $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average) across Greater Sydney. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of approximately $91,103 and an average of $124,763 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Leichhardt are positioned high nationally, falling within the 94th to 96th percentiles.
In terms of earnings distribution, the $4,000+ weekly bracket is the most common, accounting for 33.4% of residents (6,132 people), which contrasts with the wider metropolitan pattern where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is largest at 30.9%. The local economy is supported by the 46.7% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, driving strong local consumption. Although high housing expenses absorb 19.0% of earnings, strong incomes keep disposable funds at the 92nd national percentile, and the SEIFA index places the area in the 10th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Leichhardt had 6,848 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 39% detached houses and 29% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 40% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $600 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,447 a month, a total housing cost higher than 99% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.2%. 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 most recent Census, the housing composition in Leichhardt consisted of 39.3% standalone houses and 60.7% other dwelling formats such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Leichhardt were lower than the Sydney metropolitan average, standing at 25.1%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (35.0%) or rented (39.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $3,447 was substantially higher than the metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $600 compared to the regional figure of $470.
On a national level, Leichhardt's mortgage costs are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Leichhardt counted 6,848 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 26% 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 local households at 68.3%, consisting of couples with children at 31.8%, couples without children at 25.6%, and single-parent homes at 9.7%. Non-family households represent the remaining 31.7% of the total, with single-person households accounting for 26.0% and group households making up 5.8%. The average household size stands at 2.4 residents, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
53.6% of adults in Leichhardt hold a university qualification, including 33.4% with a bachelor degree and 15.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 11.5% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 1,972 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,128 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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Levels of education in Leichhardt are considerably higher than broader averages, with 53.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of academic qualification positions the local workforce well for knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 33.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 15.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Vocational education represents 22.1% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 11.5%. Enrolment in education is high, with 29.6% of the population participating in formal studies.
This total includes 10.1% of residents in primary school, 7.0% in tertiary studies, and 6.7% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Leichhardt reaches 88 stops on 31 routes, timetabled for about 7,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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 public transport network shows 88 active stops operating in Leichhardt, providing a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops are served by 31 separate routes, which support 7,776 passenger journeys each week. Access to transport is highly rated, with residents living an average of 160 meters from their nearest stop. Because Leichhardt is mainly residential, most working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the most common transit mode at 66%, followed by walking at 10% and buses at 9%. Vehicle ownership stands at 0.8 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 62.3%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Services run at an average frequency of 1,110 daily trips across the transit routes, which averages out to approximately 88 weekly trips for each transport stop in the area.
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73.4% of residents in Leichhardt report no long-term health condition. 4.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 76.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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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Leichhardt displays strong health statistics, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates showing a low incidence of common health issues among both younger and older cohorts, alongside private health insurance coverage that is exceptionally high at approximately 76% of the population (13,972 people). This coverage level compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded among local residents were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 8.8% and 7.4% of the population respectively, while 73.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population exhibits good health outcomes with a low incidence of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.7% of the community (2,520 people), which is below the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Senior citizens in the area register particularly positive health profiles, with national rankings that exceed those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.8% of Leichhardt residents were born overseas and 19.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.0%) and Australian (19.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local population displays a higher degree of cultural diversity than most areas, with 19.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 29.8% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 41.0% of the population. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation relative to the broader metropolitan area is Judaism, which accounts for 0.5% of residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. In terms of ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in Leichhardt are English (23.0%), Australian (19.3%), and Irish (10.5%). There are also notable differences in the representation of other backgrounds compared to regional figures: Spanish ancestry is overrepresented at 0.9% (compared to 0.6% regionally), Italian ancestry stands at 6.8% (compared to 3.4%), and French ancestry is at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Leichhardt is 38. 26.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of residents in Leichhardt is 38 years, which is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and matches the Australian median of 38. Compared to the wider Sydney area, Leichhardt has a higher proportion of residents in the 45 - 54 age bracket (14.6%) but a smaller share of 15 - 24 year-olds (11.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 9.6% to 11.4%, and the 75 to 84 age group increased from 3.5% to 5.0%. Conversely, the 0 to 4 age bracket fell from 6.7% to 5.3%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.5% to 11.5%.
By 2041, the age distribution of the area is expected to shift, led by a 56% expansion (511 people) in the 75 to 84 age bracket, growing from 908 to 1,420. This aging trend is prominent, with individuals aged 65 and over accounting for 66% of the projected population growth, while contractions are forecast for the 15 to 24 and 35 to 44 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Leichhardt
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 15 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 231 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (17,532 at the 2021 Census → 18,361 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 (120021675). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.