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The median house price in Leppington - Catherine Field is $1.18m, with units at $755k. House values have moved 11.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Leppington - Catherine Field has an estimated 21,848 residents, up from 12,559 at the 2021 Census — a change of 9,289 people, or 74.0%. Growth has averaged 13.6% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 2,476 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 73.8% of that increase. That puts 601 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 research from AreaSearch, the resident count in Leppington - Catherine Field reaches roughly 21,848 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 9,289 residents (74.0%) compared to the 2021 Census baseline of 12,559 individuals. This demographic shift is calculated using ABS estimated resident population figures of 21,103 as of June 2025 alongside 2,476 validated new addresses recorded post-Census. With a population density standing at 600 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous living space alongside substantial capacity for ongoing expansion. Surpassing both New South Wales (7.3%) and Greater Sydney benchmarks, the district's 74.0% surge since the 2021 census positions it at the forefront of regional demographic expansion.
Inflows from interstate migration served as the principal engine of growth, generating around 73.8% of net population additions in recent periods, complemented by positive contributions from natural increase and overseas arrivals. SA2 projections published jointly by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 (using 2022 as their starting baseline) are utilised by AreaSearch. For any SA2 localities excluded from that release, state projections from the NSW State Government issued in 2022 (anchored to 2021) are applied instead. Age-cohort expansion rates derived from these datasets inform all locality modelling between 2032 and 2041. Looking forward, long-term projections place the precinct within the top 10 percent of statistical regions across the nation, with total population forecast to rise by 40,545 persons to 2041 according to recent annual ERP data, amounting to an overall 16-year expansion of 182.2%.
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3,083 new dwellings have been approved in Leppington - Catherine Field over the past five years, an average of 616 a year. That places the area in the 99th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 28 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 606 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 91% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals across Leppington - Catherine Field have maintained an annual average of approximately 616 dwellings, yielding 3,083 residences across the preceding 5 financial years. With 3.2 incoming residents arriving annually for every new home completed across the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), structural demand continues to outpace new construction, placing upward pressure on home values and heightening buyer competition. Meanwhile, residential building works reflect an average construction cost of $431,000 per dwelling, aligning with regional averages. Concurrently, commercial planning permits valued at $37.4 million were approved during the current financial year, highlighting robust non-residential development activity.
On a per-capita basis, Leppington - Catherine Field generates 132.0% more residential dwelling approvals than Greater Sydney, broadening options for purchasers despite a moderation in building volume over recent periods. This building rate materially outpaces the national benchmark, reflecting sustained builder and developer appetite. Recent residential construction comprises 91.0% standalone houses and 9.0% medium-to-high density formats such as townhouses or apartments, preserving the low-density urban fabric and catering to buyers seeking expansive allotments. Averaging around 41 people per residential approval, the suburb displays clear markers of an active master-planned growth corridor. Long-term demographic forecasts indicate that Leppington - Catherine Field is set to add 39,800 new inhabitants through to 2041 (relative to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch). If current construction velocity persists, future housing pipeline volume could fall short of resident inflows, tightening market conditions and underpinning real estate capital values.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 32 current infrastructure and development projects inside Leppington - Catherine Field, worth an estimated $9.13 billion. A further 168 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $106 billion. 67 are already under construction and 76 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Strategic public works, regional transport enhancements, and major planning initiatives serve as pivotal drivers of local socioeconomic development. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 89 infrastructure projects poised to influence the district. Prominent developments include the South West Sydney Rail Planning - Business Case, the Gregory Hills Mixed-Use Development (38-44 Lasso Road), the Camden Valley Way and Liz Kernohan Drive Upgrade, alongside Prospect South to Macarthur (ProMac), with key details on these priority initiatives outlined below.
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South West Sydney Rail Planning - Business Case
Business case and corridor preservation program for future south west Sydney rail connections between Bradfield and Leppington/Glenfield, and between Bradfield and Campbelltown/Macarthur. The work will consider heavy rail and light rail options, detailed design, economic assessment and cost estimation to inform a future investment decision, and is linked to preserving corridors for future Metro or Sydney Trains extensions serving Western Sydney International Airport and surrounding growth areas.
Prospect South to Macarthur (ProMac)
A major Sydney Water drinking water network expansion program supporting the Western Sydney Aerotropolis and South West Growth Area. The project involved installing 22km of large-diameter trunk water mains, constructing three new pumping stations, five rechlorination plants, and significant reservoir upgrades. Key components include two new 24ML reservoirs at Oran Park and a rebuilt 6ML reservoir at Currans Hill, providing 100ML in additional storage capacity to improve drought resilience and service over 84,000 future dwellings.
Amity College Leppington Campus
A purpose-built co-educational K-12 school by Amity College with a capacity for 1,000 students. Stage 1 completed May 2024 delivers 300 primary school places across 12 classrooms, a library, art and music rooms, a small auditorium, and dedicated play spaces at a cost of $29.5 million, co-funded by the NSW Government. Stage 2, under construction by Reitsma Constructions since early 2025, adds a 2-storey education block with approximately 10 flexible learning spaces, a multi-purpose hall with auditorium, sports court and retractable seating, a primary school extension, a new public road, parking facilities, and landscaping.Stage 2 will accommodate an additional 250 students and is expected to complete in 2026.
Leppington Public School Upgrade and New Public Preschool
Two-stage major upgrade of Leppington Public School delivering 20 new permanent classrooms, 3 support learning classrooms, a new multipurpose hall, and a covered outdoor learning area (COLA). A new 60-student co-located public preschool is also being delivered. Stage 1 is due to open by Day 1, Term 1 2027, with Stage 2 scope and timing to follow a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) process commencing April 2026. The upgrade will more than double the school's permanent capacity and remove over 40 demountables.Contractor is ADCO Constructions.
Park Road Leppington Upgrade
A $12 million road infrastructure project transforming Park Road into a two-way urban collector road. The upgrade includes road widening, intersection improvements, shared pedestrian and cyclist pathways, and improved drainage with a culvert crossing at Scalabrini Creek. The project aims to enhance connectivity, safety, and accessibility to the Leppington town centre to support the area's growing population.
Bradfield to Leppington/Glenfield Future Rail Connection (South West Rail Link Extension)
The project involves corridor preservation and business case development for a future rail extension linking Bradfield City Centre and Western Sydney International Airport to Leppington and Glenfield. Backed by a $1 billion Australian Government investment announced in March 2025, the project secures land and planning pathways for future Sydney Metro or Sydney Trains network extensions. Current works include market engagement and strategic corridor protection to deliver direct rail access across the South West Growth Area.
Leppington Oval Precinct Masterplan
A $45 million staged open space and recreation precinct across 17.34 hectares in south-west Sydney. The masterplan covers four land areas: a Sports Precinct (one synthetic turf field, one natural turf field, three mini fields, tennis courts, fitness stations, parking and shared paths), a Community Centre, Stage 1 (connective pathways, rain gardens, drainage and Scalabrini Creek interactivity), and a Public Reserve (open space, boardwalk and play equipment). Stage 1 works commenced 30 June 2025 with a 30-week programme.Sports Precinct construction is expected to commence mid-2026 and complete mid-2027. Funded by the NSW Government and Camden Council local contributions.
New High School for Leppington and Denham Court
A new high school being delivered to serve the rapidly growing communities of Leppington and Denham Court. Co-located with Leppington Public School, the project includes modern learning hubs, specialist facilities for science, technology, and performing arts, a multipurpose sports hall, and expansive outdoor recreation areas. The school is designed to accommodate over 1,500 students and is a key part of the NSW Government's education infrastructure program in Western Sydney.
11,336 residents of Leppington - Catherine Field are employed, from a labour force of 11,594. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 74.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% 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 18,080, about 83% 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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Leppington features a highly educated labor force with broad industry representation, an unemployment rate of only 2.2%, and an estimated employment growth of 4.7% during the previous year. As of March 2026, 11,336 residents are employed, and the local unemployment rate stands at 1.9 percentage points lower than the Greater Sydney figure of 4.1%, while workforce participation reaches 74.5%, which exceeds the Greater Sydney benchmark of 68.9%. Census data indicate that 37.5% of residents work from home, although the effects of the Covid-19 lockdown period should be taken into account.
Resident employment is primarily clustered across health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce displays an outsized footprint in the building sector, with local participation running at 1.5 times the regional norm. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 6.6% of local workers, compared with 11.5% across the broader metropolis. Because the area is fundamentally residential, local commercial job generation remains relatively constrained based on Census comparisons between resident workers and locally sited jobs. Employment levels rose by 4.7% and the labour force grew by 5.0% during the year to March 2026, which led to an increase of 0.3 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 1.9%, the labour force expanded by 1.9%, and unemployment declined slightly. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional perspective on anticipated future demand in Leppington - Catherine Field. These projections span five and ten year periods and have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across industry sectors. When these sector-specific projections are applied to Leppington - Catherine Field's employment composition, local employment is expected to grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years. This calculation represents a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
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Median household income in Leppington - Catherine Field is $2,271 a week (about $118,000 a year), with median personal income at $893 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,806 a year against an average of $72,487. 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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Taxation records compiled by AreaSearch from the ATO for financial year 2023 place personal earnings in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 above national figures. Median taxable income across local taxpayers reached $63,806 alongside a mean income of $72,487, in comparison to Greater Sydney benchmarks of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% accrued since financial year 2023 suggests updated figures of approximately $70,391 for median income and $79,968 for mean income as of March 2026. At the household level, Census figures position local earnings in the 81st percentile ($2,271 per week).
Looking at the income distribution, 36.7% of residents (8,018 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly tier, consistent with the metropolitan rate of 30.9%. Affluence is further demonstrated by the 32.3% of households generating upwards of $3,000 weekly, driving local retail and service expenditure. Although accommodation commitments absorb 19.2% of household income, net disposable income ranks in the 76th percentile, securing an overall SEIFA income position in the 7th decile.
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Leppington - Catherine Field had 3,785 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 49% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $550 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,650 a month, a total housing cost higher than 95% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 24.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The residential landscape of Leppington - Catherine Field at the most recent Census was overwhelmingly dominated by detached housing, which accounted for 96.0% of all dwellings, with townhouses, apartments, and semi-detached properties making up the remaining 4.0%. This stands in sharp contrast to metropolitan Sydney, where detached homes comprise 55.9% and higher-density stock constitutes 44.1%. Outright home ownership stood at 26.4%, slightly trailing the Sydney metropolitan average, while 49.1% of dwellings were being purchased under a mortgage and 24.6% were tenanted. Monthly mortgage repayments averaged a median of $2,650, exceeding the Sydney metro figure of $2,427, while median weekly rent was $550 against $470 across metropolitan Sydney.
Compared to broader Australia, mortgage servicing costs sit well above the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents noticeably surpass the national standard of $375.
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Leppington - Catherine Field counted 3,785 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,584 today, averaging 3.2 people each. 50% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local household structure is overwhelmingly family-centric, with families accounting for 85.0% of all occupied homes. Among these, couples with children constitute 49.9%, childless couples make up 25.2%, and single parent families represent 8.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.0%, consisting of lone person households (13.1%) and group residences (1.7%). The median household size is 3.2 persons, outstripping the Greater Sydney metropolitan benchmark of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.5% of adults in Leppington - Catherine Field hold a university qualification, including 19.3% with a bachelor degree and 7.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.6% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 480 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 964 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Tertiary attainment rates across Leppington - Catherine Field sit below broader metropolitan figures, with 28.5% of persons aged 15 and over holding university qualifications versus 38.0% across Greater Sydney, pointing to opportunities for further upskilling. Bachelor-level awards represent the largest share of higher education at 19.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational training is strongly represented throughout the community, with 32.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (20.6%). Current academic engagement across the district is robust, with 29.4% of the population attending an educational institution.
This cohort comprises 11.0% in primary schooling, 7.3% enrolled in secondary education, and 4.4% undertaking tertiary courses.
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Public transport in Leppington - Catherine Field reaches 146 stops on 64 routes, timetabled for about 5,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 350 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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The local transit network within Leppington - Catherine Field features 146 active public transport stops covering both rail and bus services. This network is operated across 64 individual routes, delivering 5,857 scheduled passenger departures each week. Local transit connectivity is strong, with typical walking distances of 351 meters to the nearest transit stop. Given the suburban residential character of the precinct, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicles accounting for 89% of journey-to-work trips and rail carrying 8%. Household motor vehicle ownership sits above regional averages at 1.8 cars per dwelling.
Additionally, 37.5% of working residents operated from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by COVID-19 settings). Public transport operations provide an average frequency of 836 departures daily across the entire network, translating to roughly 40 departures per stop on a weekly basis. The adjacent map displays the 100 closest transit access points relative to the geographical centre of the suburb.
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78.5% of residents in Leppington - Catherine Field report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 91% of areas nationally. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.1 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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General health indicators for Leppington - Catherine Field are exceptionally positive according to AreaSearch analyses of chronic disease rates and mortality figures. Low disease rates are evident across both younger and older cohorts, while private health insurance membership remains solid, covering approximately 55% of residents (~11,994 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Arthritis and asthma constitute the two most widespread medical diagnoses locally, reported by 6.0 and 5.7% of the community, respectively. A significant 78.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, outpacing the Greater Sydney figure of 74.6%.
The working-age population is particularly resilient, showing very low rates of long-term illness. Older residents aged 65 and over make up 9.3% of the populace (2,040 people), below the metropolitan benchmark of 15.5%. While health metrics for local seniors exceed state averages, their national relative standing is slightly lower than that of the broader local populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.9% of Leppington - Catherine Field residents were born overseas and 46.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 84% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (15.1%) and English (12.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural and linguistic diversity is well established in Leppington - Catherine Field, where 37.9% of inhabitants were born overseas and 46.3% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation, encompassing 58.2% of the local community. Notably, the proportion of residents identifying with Islam stands at 12.8%, significantly exceeding the Greater Sydney metropolitan proportion of 6.8%. Regarding ancestral background based on parents' country of birth, the primary cohort in Leppington - Catherine Field is Other at 24.3% of the community (exceeding the regional level of 16.0%), followed by Australian ancestry at 15.1%, and English heritage at 12.4% (well below the regional standard of 19.0%).
Notable demographic variations also occur among specific European communities, with Maltese heritage standing at 3.1% (compared to 1.0% across the region), Serbian background representing 1.7% (against 0.5% regionally), and Croatian ancestry accounting for 1.6% (versus 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Leppington - Catherine Field is 32, younger than 88% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.8% 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 age distribution of Leppington - Catherine Field skews younger than Greater Sydney. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates that 38.1% of the populace consists of children and youth (0 - 24) compared to 30.4% across Greater Sydney, whereas seniors and retirees (65+) account for just 9.3% against 15.5% across the wider region. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 32, down from 33 at the 2021 Census and 5 years younger than the Greater Sydney median of 37 recorded during that Census. Across the country, the median age at that Census stood at 38.
Looking at specific brackets, the youth cohort (0 - 24) has expanded from 35.0% at the Census to an estimated 38.1% today. Concurrently, the 25 to 34 demographic reduced from 19.0% to an estimated 15.9%, while the 35 to 44 age bracket increased from 16.0% to 19.4%, without an influx of younger cohorts. Looking ahead to 2041, the largest numerical gain is anticipated among early-to-mid career adults (25 - 44), projected to expand by 11,838 residents (153%) to 19,555. In relative terms, mature adults and early retirees (45 - 64) are forecast to experience the sharpest acceleration, surging by 312% to reach 15,528 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Leppington - Catherine Field
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 32 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 2,476 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (12,559 at the 2021 Census → 21,848 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (127011728). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.