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The median house price in Lindfield - Roseville is $4.09m, with units at $1.17m. House values have moved 1.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Lindfield - Roseville has an estimated 26,086 residents, up from 24,599 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,487 people, or 6.0%. 336 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 95.9% of that increase. That puts 2,196 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 Lindfield - Roseville stands at approximately 26,086 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census tally of 24,599 people, this represents an addition of 1,487 people (6.0%). This calculation incorporates the ABS estimated resident population figure of 25,620 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 336 validated new addresses identified following the Census date. At 2,195 persons per square kilometer, the local population density exceeds the nationwide benchmark across regions evaluated by AreaSearch. Furthermore, the 6.0% expansion recorded since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (4.5%) as well as the broader SA4 region, positioning Lindfield - Roseville at the forefront of regional expansion.
Net overseas migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 95.9% of all net demographic additions in recent times. Projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as the base year are utilised by AreaSearch across SA2 locations, while NSW State Government SA2 modeling from 2022 using 2021 as the base year is applied where gaps exist. Age-specific growth trajectories from these series are also factored in across all territories between 2032 and 2041. In light of these anticipated demographic transitions, local expansion is forecast to track slightly under the national statistical area median, gaining 2,638 persons by 2041 according to the latest annual ERP population figures, amounting to an overall increase of 8.3% across the 16 years.
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959 new dwellings have been approved in Lindfield - Roseville over the past five years, an average of 191 a year. That places the area in the 75th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 192 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 21% 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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Over the past 5 financial years, residential development approvals in Lindfield - Roseville have averaged approximately 191 dwellings per year, accumulating to 959 homes in total. With an average of just 0.4 new residents arriving per approved home annually over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local building activity is matching or exceeding incoming demand, expanding buyer choice and creating room for growth beyond baseline forecasts. New residential projects reflect an upmarket orientation, registering an average building value of $726,000. Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $168.4 million during this financial year, underscoring substantial local commercial investment.
Per capita building approvals in Lindfield - Roseville outstrip Greater Sydney by 72.0%, presenting prospective buyers with extensive options. Higher-density configurations dominate recent construction, with medium and high-density housing making up 79.0% and detached houses accounting for 21.0%. This shift toward higher density provides more accessible price points while appealing to first-time purchasers, downsizers, and investors. It also marks a noticeable departure from the existing stock profile (which currently comprises 64.0% houses), driven by site scarcity, evolving lifestyle preferences, and affordability considerations. Overall density remains relatively low, with about 193 people per dwelling approval across the area. Projections derived from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate indicate Lindfield - Roseville will add 2,172 residents leading up to 2041. Provided building volumes continue at their current pace, incoming residential supply is well positioned to satisfy local requirements, fostering positive conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling demographic gains beyond existing projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Lindfield - Roseville
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 37 current infrastructure and development projects inside Lindfield - Roseville, worth an estimated $2.98 billion. A further 143 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $31.8 billion. 28 are already under construction and 92 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Urban development, capital works, and government planning programs play a crucial role in shaping local performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 53 active or proposed projects relevant to the region. Among the most notable developments are the Transport Oriented Development - Lindfield Precinct, Bridgestone Projects Lindfield, Lindfield Village Hub, and Rosewood Residences, with further significant initiatives detailed below.
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Lindfield Village Hub
Major urban renewal project by Ku-ring-gai Council featuring new library, community centre, childcare facility, underground parking, housing, shops, and public park. Located on Woodford Lane car park site.
Transport Oriented Development Scheme - Roseville Precinct
Formally gazetted urban renewal and planning framework covering land within 400m of Roseville Station, permitting moderate residential density uplift and multi-storey flat buildings while balancing local heritage protections.
26A Koola Avenue Emergency Services Facility
Development of a new modern Rural Fire Service (RFS) facility featuring three engine bays, administrative offices, multi-functional operational spaces, staff amenities, and upgraded site access driveways following demolition of older on-site structures.
Boronia by Aqualand - Larkin Street & Pockley Avenue Development
Aqualand is delivering Boronia, a masterplanned multi-building residential development located at the intersection of Larkin Street and Pockley Avenue in Kogarah. The complex comprises approximately 240 luxury apartments across contemporary mid-rise buildings featuring landscaped central courtyards and private resident amenities. Its strategic location offers seamless pedestrian connections to Kogarah train station, local retail precincts, and St George Hospital.
Lindfield Village Hub
Ku-ring-gai Council's flagship urban renewal precinct project located on the Woodford Lane car park site. It will feature a new library, community centre, childcare facility, public park, dining and retail spaces, an underground supermarket with public parking, and residential housing.
Bridgestone Projects Lindfield
Residential development by Bridgestone Projects featuring modern apartments with integrated commercial spaces. Focus on sustainable design and community amenities. Harmonizing with local environment with generous living spaces.
Rosewood Residences
Residential development at 6 Maclaurin Parade, Roseville featuring contemporary design and premium amenities. Located in sought-after Roseville area with quality finishes and landscaped surroundings.
Juliet Roseville
Juliet is a 6-storey boutique residential development by Hyecorp Property Group featuring 35 luxury apartments directly opposite Roseville railway station. The project includes a mix of 1 to 4-bedroom apartments and penthouses with ground-level landscaping and basement parking.
13,468 residents of Lindfield - Roseville are employed, from a labour force of 13,807. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 65.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 21,971, about 84% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour market in Lindfield - Roseville is characterised by high education levels and a prominent technology footprint, supported by a low jobless rate of 2.5% and estimated annual employment growth of 2.4%. As of March 2026, 13,468 residents are employed. The local unemployment rate sits 1.7% under the Greater Sydney figure of 4.1%, while the participation rate is comparatively subdued at 65.1% against 68.9% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 63.1% of local workers performed their duties from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 lockdown measures.
Local workers are concentrated primarily in professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Employment concentration in professional & technical services is particularly pronounced, tracking at 1.6 times the broader metropolitan level. By comparison, construction accounts for a below-average proportion of the workforce at 4.6%, versus 8.6% throughout Greater Sydney. Given the predominantly residential character of the community, internal job opportunities remain relatively limited when comparing resident worker tallies against local working population counts from the Census. SALM and ABS records evaluated by AreaSearch show that across the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 2.4% while the labour pool grew by 1.4%, driving a 1.0 percentage points reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% increase in employment alongside a 1.9% rise in the labour force, resulting in a marginal drop. Additional perspective on future labour requirements in Lindfield - Roseville is provided by Jobs and Skills Australia national forecasts from Mar-26 across five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, total employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying across sectors. When mapped against the local industry profile via simple weighting extrapolation (excluding local population projections), employment among residents is projected to rise by 7.6% over five years and 15.1% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Lindfield - Roseville is $3,125 a week (about $163,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,200 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $69,395 a year against an average of $134,422. The average runs 94% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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ATO postcode records published for financial year 2023 and assessed by AreaSearch show taxpayers in the Lindfield - Roseville SA2 recorded a median income of $69,395 and an average income of $134,422, well above the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Applying a 10.32% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 results in estimated figures of $76,557 (median) and $148,294 (average) as of March 2026. Across the 2021 Census, local household, family, and individual incomes placed between the 91st and 97th percentiles across Australia.
The top income tier of $4000+ per week forms the largest group, covering 40.1% of residents (10,460 people), contrasting with the metropolitan area where the $1,500 - 2,999 band leads at 30.9%. Robust purchasing power is evidenced by 51.7% of households earning more than $3,000 per week, while housing costs consume 14.1% of total earnings. Furthermore, disposable income ranks in the 97th percentile nationally, and the community sits in the 10th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Lindfield - Roseville had 8,337 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 64% detached houses and 33% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $620 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,600 a month, a total housing cost higher than 95% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, separate houses made up 64.2% of the dwelling landscape in Lindfield - Roseville, with semi-detached dwellings, apartments, and other categories accounting for 35.8%, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Outright home ownership reached 40.8%, substantially exceeding regional benchmarks, while remaining homes were mortgaged (34.4%) or rented (24.9%). Median monthly mortgage costs stood at $3,600 and median weekly rent was $620, both significantly higher than the Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470. These payments also sit well above national benchmarks, which record a median monthly mortgage of $1,863 and weekly rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Lindfield - Roseville counted 8,337 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,841 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 91% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local households in Lindfield - Roseville at 80.4%, led by couples with children (46.4%), followed by couples without children (24.3%) and single parent households (9.0%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 19.6%, composed of single-person households at 17.6% and group households at 1.9%. The area registers a median household size of 2.9 people, exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
60.1% of adults in Lindfield - Roseville hold a university qualification, including 36.2% with a bachelor degree and 19.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 6.5% hold a vocational qualification. 11 schools serve the area, with 3,996 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,157 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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Residents of Lindfield - Roseville display elevated levels of academic attainment, with 60.1% of those aged 15+ holding a tertiary qualification, compared to 32.2% across NSW and 30.4% throughout Australia, establishing a solid foundation for knowledge-intensive careers. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees represent 36.2%, postgraduate degrees comprise 19.9%, and graduate diplomas account for 4.0%. Vocational training represents 15.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (6.5%). Formal study participation across Lindfield - Roseville is considerable, with 33.8% of the local population actively enrolled in an educational program.
Broken down by level, this includes 11.1% attending primary school, 10.1% in secondary education, and 7.6% engaged in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Lindfield - Roseville reaches 194 stops on 103 routes, timetabled for about 9,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 connectivity in Lindfield - Roseville encompasses 194 active stops spanning both bus and train networks, which are serviced by 103 dedicated routes delivering 9,121 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is high, with residents living an average distance of 157 meters from their nearest stop. Due to the area's residential profile, outbound travel predominates: private vehicles serve as the main commuting method at 74%, while 15% travel by train and 4% commute on foot. Vehicle ownership sits at an average of 1.3 per dwelling. In addition, 63.1% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect prevailing COVID-19 conditions.
Across all operating routes, transit frequency averages 1,303 trips per day, translating to roughly 47 weekly trips per transit stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest stops relative to the centrepoint of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
77.3% of residents in Lindfield - Roseville report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 98% of areas nationally. 3.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 81.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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AreaSearch health metrics show strong vitality markers across Lindfield - Roseville, characterised by low mortality rates and minimal chronic condition prevalence across all age cohorts. Approximately 82% of residents (21,260 people) maintain private health insurance, significantly exceeding both the Greater Sydney average of 59.9% and the Australian figure of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis represent the most prevalent diagnosed conditions, affecting 5.9 and 5.5% of the local community, respectively. Overall, 77.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% throughout Greater Sydney. Older residents aged 65 and over account for 18.0% of the population (4,705 people), above the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney, with health markers for this cohort ranking consistently high against national standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
41.5% of Lindfield - Roseville residents were born overseas and 34.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 83% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.9%) and Chinese (20.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is well established in Lindfield - Roseville, where 41.5% of residents were born overseas and 34.9% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the most widely practiced faith, embraced by 46.0% of the population. In addition, Judaism exhibits notable representation, accounting for 1.4% of local residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Examining parental birthplaces reveals that English ancestry is the most common at 21.9%, followed by Chinese at 20.1% (well above the 8.4% regional share) and Australian at 17.9%. Several other backgrounds show elevated local representation relative to regional figures, including Korean at 2.0% (vs 1.1% regionally), South Australian at 0.8% (vs 0.5%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Lindfield - Roseville is 41. 25.2% 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 breakdown across Lindfield - Roseville aligns closely with Greater Sydney, with no broad demographic segment diverging by more than 9.4 percentage points from the regional baseline. The median age is estimated at 41 as at August 2026, remaining unchanged from the 2021 Census and sitting 4 years above the Greater Sydney median of 37 recorded at that time. By 2041, retirees and senior age groups (65+) are projected to experience the largest demographic expansion, growing by 1,899 (40%) to 6,605 people, whereas young to middle-aged adults, along with children and young adults, are expected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Lindfield - Roseville
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 | Sep 2026 this month all 38 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 Sep 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 — 336 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (24,599 at the 2021 Census → 26,086 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 (121031408). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.