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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 Liverpool - West is $1.30m, with units at $602k. House values have moved 7.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Liverpool - West has an estimated 14,940 residents, up from 13,737 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,203 people, or 8.8%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 365 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 78.6% of that increase. That puts 3,680 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 conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Liverpool - West stands at roughly 14,940 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 1,203 residents (8.8%) compared to the 13,737 individuals enumerated in the 2021 Census. This adjustment derives from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 14,906 recorded in June 2025 alongside 365 validated new addresses identified following the Census. With 3,679 persons per square kilometer, the locality's population density places it within the top quarter among nationally evaluated areas. Expanding faster than both New South Wales (7.3%) and Greater Sydney since the 2021 census, the 8.8% growth rate positions Liverpool - West as a regional frontrunner.
The major catalyst for this demographic expansion has been overseas migration, accounting for approximately 78.6% of recent population gains. For individual SA2 boundaries, AreaSearch relies on projections generated by the ABS/Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline. Where localities are omitted from this series, SA2 projections released by the NSW State Government in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are incorporated. Age-specific growth trajectories calculated across these models are likewise extended to cover the period from 2032 to 2041 across all regions. Looking ahead, the district is projected to outpace median population growth among Australian statistical areas, adding an estimated 3,239 residents by 2041 according to the latest annual ERP data, which translates to a cumulative expansion of 21.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
441 new dwellings have been approved in Liverpool - West over the past five years, an average of 88 a year. That places the area in the 78th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 88 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 32% 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 planning permissions in Liverpool - West have averaged approximately 88 dwellings each year, summing to 441 residences across the last 5 financial years. A balanced supply-demand dynamic has emerged between FY-22 and FY-26, supported by an inflow of roughly 1.9 individuals annually per completed home over these 5 financial years. In addition, residential construction costs average $284,000 per dwelling—coming in lower than regional benchmarks to highlight relatively attainable homebuilding—while commercial building approvals registered this financial year reached $200,000, underscoring the predominant residential focus of the neighborhood. Per capita building approval numbers in Liverpool - West align closely with Greater Sydney averages, sustaining local market balance on par with neighboring districts.
Of recent residential approvals, detached dwellings comprise 32.0% while medium and high-density formats make up 68.0%. This emphasis on higher-density housing creates accessible buying opportunities for entry-level buyers, downsizers, and property investors. It also marks a clear departure from the existing profile of local housing (in which standalone houses represent 54.0%), reflecting dwindling greenfield capacity along with evolving resident preferences for diversified and economical living arrangements. The ratio currently stands at approximately 155 people for each approved dwelling, pointing toward ongoing market development. Demographic projections indicate an influx of 3,205 people into Liverpool - West by 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Maintained at existing rates, future residential construction appears well positioned to satisfy anticipated demand, fostering favorable conditions for prospective purchasers and potentially enabling expansion beyond baseline forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Liverpool - West
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Liverpool - West, worth an estimated $67 million. A further 82 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $20.1 billion. 19 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. 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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Capital investments, urban planning initiatives, and civil infrastructure projects serve as key catalysts for local community development. A total of 29 notable development projects have been cataloged by AreaSearch as having significant influence on the precinct. Key developments include Frangipane Avenue Apartments, Liverpool Civic Place, Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct, and Memorial Avenue Towers, with critical undertakings outlined in the accompanying register.
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Frangipane Avenue Apartments
DA & CC-approved plus contributions-paid, shovel-ready development site comprising 32 high-quality apartments in a five-storey residential building. The development features an intelligently designed space-maximizing layout with secure basement parking and includes 50% allocation for affordable housing. Mix of 9 x 1-bedroom, 21 x 2-bedroom, and 2 x 3-bedroom apartments designed to maximize spatial flow and natural light.
Liverpool Civic Place
A $600 million urban renewal precinct transforming the southern Liverpool CBD. Stage 1 delivered the Yellamundie library, council chambers, and the University of Wollongong campus. The final stage, the Helix Hub, is currently under construction and features a 17-storey vertical university campus, life sciences research space, and co-living residential apartments.
The Liverpool by FYVE
A landmark 34-storey mixed-use tower in the Liverpool CBD, featuring 193 residential apartments, a 113-room boutique hotel, 6,500 sqm of A-grade commercial office space, and a ground-floor retail and dining precinct. Designed by Rothelowman, the project integrates high-quality 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes with serviced apartments and modern business suites.
Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct
The Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct (LHAP) is a major redevelopment of Liverpool Hospital into a world-class hub for clinical innovation, research, and education. Stage 1 completed with the opening of the Integrated Services Building, and Stage 2 is underway, involving the construction of new inpatient units, an expanded cancer centre, and upgraded emergency department facilities.
Light Horse Park Redevelopment
Council-led multi-stage redevelopment of Light Horse Park into an inclusive riverfront destination. Stage 1 (accessible kayak launch) is complete. Stage 2 involves carpark upgrades, EV infrastructure, lighting, and CCTV. Future stages will deliver enhanced play spaces, fitness stations, viewing platforms, and a community hub.
Liverpool West Public School Upgrade
NSW Department of Education, via School Infrastructure NSW, delivered a two-stage upgrade of Liverpool West Public School to increase capacity and modernize facilities. Stage 1 (handed over early 2023) delivered 16 flexible learning spaces, 4 special programs rooms, a new hall with COLA, and a new library. Stage 2 facilities were scheduled for Day 1, Term 1, 2024 and included 28 additional flexible learning spaces, 4 support rooms, and a refurbished Mainsbridge House with 2 preschool rooms for Coota Gulla Preschool.Works substantially completed by early 2024.
Liverpool City Centre Renewal - Sydney's Third CBD
A comprehensive 10-year strategic transformation of Liverpool into Sydney's third CBD. Key 2026 milestones include the opening of the University of Wollongong campus within the $600 million Liverpool Civic Place and the detailed design phase of the $44.3 million Brickmakers Creek revitalisation at Woodward Park. The renewal encompasses major streetscape upgrades on George and Moore Streets to foster an 18-hour economy, alongside the development of the FAST corridor connecting the CBD to the Western Sydney International Airport, which is scheduled to open in late 2026.
Hurlstone Agricultural High School Upgrade
NSW Department of Education upgrade to Hurlstone Agricultural High School, delivering two new dormitory buildings with 180 beds, staff accommodation, common rooms and modern amenities, plus a new farm hub with dairy, milking, animal, storage, irrigation, hydroponic and co-located learning facilities. The boarding facilities and farm hub are finished and in use, with a new sports oval and amenities due for student use in Term 1 2026.
5,633 residents of Liverpool - West are employed, from a labour force of 6,218. Unemployment sits at 9.4%, with participation at 51.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 13,265, about 89% 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 area of Liverpool West boasts a competent labor pool where essential service industries are well represented, with an unemployment rate of 9.4% and an estimated employment growth of 5.3% over the previous year. As of March 2026, there are 5,633 residents employed, yet the unemployment rate stands at 5.3% higher than Greater Sydney's 4.1%, indicating potential for enhancement, while workforce participation falls considerably behind at 51.6% versus Greater Sydney's 68.9%. Census data reveals that a moderate 24.8% of residents were working from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
Leading sectors employing local residents comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Notably, local engagement in manufacturing is pronounced, exhibiting a concentration 1.7 times the metropolitan benchmark. In contrast, professional & technical roles account for only 4.7% of local employment compared to the regional proportion of 11.5%. Comparing Census resident worker totals against the local working population suggests limited commercial job opportunities within the immediate residential precinct. AreaSearch evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, resident employment rose by 5.3% while the local labor force expanded by 5.0%, trimming the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. Over the equivalent timeframe, Greater Sydney saw both employment and the labor pool grow by 1.9%, alongside a slight contraction in joblessness. Further insight into employment prospects within Liverpool - West is provided by Jobs and Skills Australia long-range forecasts from Mar-26. These five- and ten-year sectoral outlooks, when cross-referenced against the local industry baseline, indicate varying trajectories across disciplines. While nationwide employment is projected to climb by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, applying these sector-weighted projections to Liverpool - West yields estimated local workforce growth of 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (representing a standardized industry weighting model that excludes distinct local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Liverpool - West is $1,234 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $479 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $37,577 a year against an average of $43,137. 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 figures at the postcode level compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place earnings in the Liverpool - West SA2 below nationwide benchmarks, recording a median of $37,577 and an average of $43,137. By comparison, Greater Sydney registered a median income of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Factoring in cumulative Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest a median of $41,455 and an average of $47,589 as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places individual, family, and household earnings within Liverpool - West between the 2nd and 15th percentiles across Australia.
The primary income tier is the $1,500 - 2,999 category, covering 28.7% of residents (4,287 people), consistent with the 30.9% share observed across the wider region. Housing affordability remains constrained, with the residual income ratio of 77.4% placing the area in the 11th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Liverpool - West had 4,308 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 54% detached houses and 25% apartments. 24% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 29.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.4%. 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 most recent Census, the housing stock in Liverpool - West was divided between separate houses at 53.9% and alternative dwellings (such as apartments, townhouses, and attached structures) at 46.1%, relative to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other formats across metropolitan Sydney. Outright homeownership was lower than the broader metropolitan standard at 25.1%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 24.0% and rental accommodation making up 50.9%. Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood at $1,733, well below the Sydney metro benchmark of $2,427, while typical weekly rents were $360 compared to $470 across greater Sydney.
When compared against national medians, local mortgage repayments sit below the Australian average of $1,863 and weekly rents remain under the $375 national figure.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Liverpool - West counted 4,308 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,685 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 17% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the vast majority of local domestic arrangements at 73.3%, encompassing couples with children (36.9%), single-parent arrangements (17.7%), and couples without children (17.0%). Non-family living situations make up the remaining 26.7%, consisting of single-person households at 24.2% and share housing at 2.5%. The typical household size in the area is 2.9 people, exceeding the Greater Sydney metropolitan average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.2% of adults in Liverpool - West hold a university qualification, including 13.8% with a bachelor degree and 4.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 18.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,542 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 947 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 educational attainment in the district reflects distinct local patterns, with 19.2% of residents holding higher education degrees compared to 38.0% across Greater Sydney. This variance highlights key avenues for targeted educational development. Among qualification holders, bachelor degrees represent 13.8%, postgraduate credentials account for 4.4%, and graduate diplomas stand at 1.0%. Conversely, vocational and technical credentials are wide-ranging, with 29.7% of the population aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (18.3%). Current participation across academic tracks is significant, with 34.1% of the local populace engaged in formal study.
This cohort comprises 11.4% attending primary schools, 8.7% enrolled in secondary education, and 5.6% undertaking tertiary coursework.
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Public transport in Liverpool - West reaches 114 stops on 63 routes, timetabled for about 5,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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A review of public transit infrastructure identifies 114 active transit stops within Liverpool - West, providing access across various bus services. These facilities support 63 dedicated routes that deliver 5,930 passenger trips every week. Commuter access is strong, with an average distance of 124 meters to the closest stop. Given the district's residential profile, travel is largely outbound, led by private vehicles at 80%, passenger rail at 9%, and bus transit at 5%. Private vehicle availability averages 1.1 per household. Remote work was reported by 24.8% of employed persons during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 settings.
Transit service frequency reaches an average of 847 scheduled services per day across the network, translating to roughly 52 trips per stop each week. The associated mapping outlines the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.9% of residents in Liverpool - West report no long-term health condition. 10.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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Analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates by AreaSearch points to elevated health burdens in Liverpool - West, with recurring conditions evident across younger as well as mature demographics. Meanwhile, private health insurance coverage is notably restrained, held by approximately 47% of residents (~6,991 people), below both the Greater Sydney proportion of 59.9% and the nationwide level of 55.7%. Arthritis and diabetes represent the most prevalent diagnosed conditions locally, affecting 7.0 and 6.4% of the population, respectively, while 72.9% of residents report an absence of long-term health ailments compared to 74.6% throughout Greater Sydney.
Health indicators for individuals under 65 perform better than national averages. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 16.8% of the local population (2,515 people), exceeding the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney, with overall health metrics for this demographic aligning closely with national standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
59.3% of Liverpool - West residents were born overseas and 71.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 97% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (10.5%) and English (8.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Demonstrating high multicultural diversity, Liverpool - West records 59.3% of its population born abroad, while 71.3% communicate in a language other than English at home. Christianity forms the principal religious affiliation, observed by 45.1% of the community. In addition, the Other category represents a significant 16.1% of residents, contrasting with the Greater Sydney level of 1.4%. Ancestral backgrounds based on parental birthplace highlight distinct representation, led by Other at 37.0% (compared to 16.0% regionally), Australian ancestry at 10.5% (against 17.8% across the region), and English heritage at 8.6% (versus 19.0% regionally).
Specific ethnic backgrounds also show notable variations: Serbian ancestry accounts for 6.3% locally (compared to 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Vietnamese represents 5.6% (versus 1.8%), and Lebanese comprises 4.4% (against 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Liverpool - West is 36. 30.2% 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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Age distributions in Liverpool - West closely mirror Greater Sydney across broad cohorts, with every band falling within 2.5 percentage points of regional averages. The median resident age is estimated at 36, matching the figure from the 2021 Census and sitting 1 year below the Greater Sydney median of 37 recorded during that Census. The most noticeable shift since the Census occurred within the 45 - 64 age category, which contracted from 23.3% to an estimated 20.7%. Over the horizon to 2041, this middle-aged and mature demographic is projected to experience the highest nominal expansion, growing by 1,378 (45%) to 4,466 persons.
Meanwhile, the fastest proportional increase is anticipated among residents aged 65+, expanding by 53% to reach 3,847, while child and youth age groups are forecast to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Liverpool - West
8 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 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 last 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. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2025 about a year ago all 5 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 2025. | ||
| 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 — 365 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (13,737 at the 2021 Census → 14,940 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 (127031732). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.