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The median house price in Loftus - Yarrawarrah is $1.60m, with units at $1.38m. House values have moved 2.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Loftus - Yarrawarrah has an estimated 7,481 residents, up from 7,348 at the 2021 Census — a change of 133 people, or 1.8%. That puts 1,948 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 residing in Loftus - Yarrawarrah stands at approximately 7,481 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 133 people (1.8%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 7,348 people. Such movement is calculated using ABS estimated resident population figures of 7,464 as of June 2025 alongside 19 validated new addresses registered following the Census. Consequently, the local population density reaches 1,948 persons per square kilometer, tracking higher than the nationwide benchmark across locations analyzed by AreaSearch. In addition, the 1.8% expansion recorded since the census sits within 1.4 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (3.2%), confirming resilient growth characteristics.
Natural growth served as the chief contributor to demographic expansion, generating roughly 57.0% of the overall population rise over recent observation windows. SA2 geographic projections released in 2024 by the ABS and Geoscience Australia (using 2022 as the base year) are incorporated into AreaSearch's modeling, while areas omitted from that release rely on NSW State Government SA2 projections published in 2022 (with 2021 as the base year). Projections for each age segment from these datasets are extended across all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic shifts over this timeline, overall resident numbers are forecasted to contract by 74 persons by 2041 under these models. In contrast, certain age brackets will experience expansion, most notably the 85 and over age group, which is slated to expand by 327 people. <i>See the age section for more details.</i>
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
61 new dwellings have been approved in Loftus - Yarrawarrah over the past five years, an average of 12 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Annual residential approvals in Loftus - Yarrawarrah have run at approximately 12 dwellings, amounting to 61 homes during the preceding 5 financial years. In the 5 financial years spanning FY-22 to FY-26, incoming residents averaged 1 people per year for every home constructed, reflecting an equilibrium between supply and demand that underpins stable real estate conditions; however, a shift to 3.7 people per dwelling across the last 2 financial years indicates mounting housing demand and narrowing availability. Approved residential construction carries an average value of $454,000. Alongside this, commercial planning approvals generated $1.2 million this financial year, underscoring the area's predominantly residential character.
Per capita residential construction in Loftus - Yarrawarrah runs at roughly 57% of Greater Sydney's level, placing the locality in the 21st percentile across the nation, which curtails options for prospective purchasers while supporting demand for established real estate. This subdued volume sits below the Australian benchmark, illustrating the mature lifecycle of the suburb and suggesting possible planning constraints. Composition of new construction breaks down into 42.0% detached houses and 58.0% medium and high-density housing. This tilt toward compact housing formats provides accessible price points for first-time purchasers, investors, and downsizers. Because 91.0% houses make up existing residential stock, this shift highlights a notable transition driven by scarce developable land, evolving lifestyle choices, and affordable housing requirements. A ratio of approximately 679 people per dwelling approval demonstrates a highly established residential market. With demographic projections pointing toward steady or shrinking resident numbers, diminished housing pressure may benefit prospective buyers across Loftus - Yarrawarrah.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Loftus - Yarrawarrah
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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 Loftus - Yarrawarrah, worth an estimated $58 million. A further 85 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.65 billion. 14 are already under construction and 43 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and major capital works play a crucial role in shaping area performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 7 projects anticipated to influence the local area. Prominent works encompass the Heathcote Road Bridge Widening Project, Engadine Town Park Land Exchange, Sutherland Public School Hall Upgrade, and Heathcote Road Koala Protection Fencing, with further key developments outlined below.
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Sydney Tramway Museum Display Hall & Infrastructure Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of the heritage-listed Sydney Tramway Museum at Loftus, including modernized display hall facilities, extended tram storage sheds (South Shed), visitor accessibility enhancements, and expanded historical exhibits.
Rawson Avenue Active Transport & Pedestrian Link
Active transport upgrade along Rawson Avenue, introducing a dedicated cycleway, upgraded footpaths, and a safe signalised pedestrian crossing over the Princes Highway connecting Loftus Station and Waratah Park directly to Loftus Oval and the Royal National Park.
Engadine High School Upgrade
The upgrade includes a new multipurpose hall with a multi-use sports court, stage, amenities, and storage facilities for sports and performances. The project was completed in June 2024.
Sutherland Public School Hall Upgrade
Construction of a new multipurpose hall at Sutherland Public School, including a stage, indoor sports court, canteen, storage, amenities, out of hours school care (OOSH) facilities and a covered outdoor learning area. Major external construction is now complete, with the steel frame and roof installed and internal mechanical, electrical, data and hydraulic services underway. Part of the NSW Government's 9.2 billion dollar investment in new and upgraded schools. Forecast completion by Day 1 Term 1 2027.
Mulberry Street Reserve Playground & Access Upgrade
Comprehensive renewal of Mulberry Street Reserve undertaken by Sutherland Shire Council. The project delivered new inclusive playground equipment, multi-play units, balance trails, seating, and improved street-level concrete access stairs connecting Mulberry Street and Viburnum Road.
Gweneth Thomas Wharf & Prince Edward Park Renewal
Comprehensive renewal of Gweneth Thomas Wharf and the adjoining foreshore at Prince Edward Park by Sutherland Shire Council. The project scope includes Stage 2 beach boardwalk extension, natural watercourse stabilization, seawall and saltmarsh environmental restoration, and enhanced river access for residents and emergency marine services.
Engadine Town Park Land Exchange
Land exchange between Sutherland Shire Council and Engadine Tavern Project Pty Ltd to enlarge Engadine Town Park by approximately 172m2, including a $125,000 contribution for park embellishment.
Heathcote Road Bridge Widening Project
Construction of new 6-metre-wide bridge upstream of existing heritage Heathcote Road Bridge. New bridge carries westbound traffic while existing bridge carries eastbound traffic, improving safety and traffic flow.
4,097 residents of Loftus - Yarrawarrah are employed, from a labour force of 4,210. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 70.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,762, about 77% 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 workforce within Loftus - Yarrawarrah is highly skilled, featuring strong participation in professional services, a minimal jobless rate of 2.7%, and steady employment conditions over the preceding year. Employed residents totaled 4,097 as of March 2026, alongside an unemployment rate that sits 1.4% under the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney, while local workforce engagement closely matches the 68.9% observed across Greater Sydney. Census records showed that 44.4% of working residents carried out their duties from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 lockdown measures. Health care & social assistance, construction, as well as education & training comprise the primary employment sectors for local residents.
An elevated concentration is evident in public administration & safety, where the local employment proportion reaches 1.6 times the wider regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical roles are comparatively under-represented, engaging 9.5% of Loftus - Yarrawarrah's employed population compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. Given the disparity between Census working population numbers and the resident population, local employment opportunities remain scarce within this largely residential enclave. According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM data, the local labor pool expanded by 0.5% over the 12-month period while employment experienced no change, resulting in a 0.5 percentage points uptick in unemployment. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw both employment and the labour force expand by 1.9%, accompanied by a minor decrease in joblessness. National employment outlooks published by Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide further context regarding prospective labor requirements across Loftus - Yarrawarrah. Spanning five and ten-year intervals, these forecasts are mapped against the local industry distribution to estimate employment trajectories. Across the country, job numbers are projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. When applied to the local workforce structure, these industry projections indicate employment gains of 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Loftus - Yarrawarrah is $2,538 a week (about $132,000 a year), with median personal income at $972 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,879 a year against an average of $80,569. 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 statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place earnings in the Loftus - Yarrawarrah SA2 among the highest nationwide, recording a median income of $66,879 and an average income of $80,569. Across Greater Sydney, comparative measures stood at a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach approximately $73,781 (median) and $88,884 (average) as of March 2026. Data from Census 2021 demonstrates that household, family, and personal incomes in Loftus - Yarrawarrah rank between the 76th and 91st percentiles across the country.
In terms of individual earnings, the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket accounts for 27.3% of local residents (2,042 individuals), which aligns with the 30.9% reported throughout the surrounding area. Furthermore, 42.1% of households generate weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, underscoring substantial financial capacity and consumer expenditure. Household disposable income stands at 86.8% after housing costs, supporting robust spending power, while the area's SEIFA income status falls within the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Loftus - Yarrawarrah had 2,452 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 0% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 9% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $550 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,684 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.4%. 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 local dwelling landscape in Loftus - Yarrawarrah was dominated by 90.7% houses and 9.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with the Sydney metro split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stood at 44.8%, substantially exceeding Sydney metro levels, while mortgaged properties accounted for 46.3% and rental properties made up 8.9%. Monthly mortgage payments reached a median of $2,684, surpassing the Sydney metro benchmark of $2,427, and weekly median rent was $550 against $470 for Sydney metro. Across the country, mortgage costs in Loftus - Yarrawarrah sit well above the Australian average of $1,863, with rental payments also exceeding the national mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Loftus - Yarrawarrah counted 2,452 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 47% are couples with children, more than in 91% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 15% 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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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 84.2%, comprising 46.8% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. The remaining 15.8% consists of non-family households, including lone person households at 14.7% and group households at 1.2%. At 2.9 people, the median household size exceeds the Greater Sydney benchmark of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.6% of adults in Loftus - Yarrawarrah hold a university qualification, including 20.2% with a bachelor degree and 6.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 81% of areas nationally. A further 26.2% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,626 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,070 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 Loftus - Yarrawarrah tracks behind broader metropolitan figures, with 29.6% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees relative to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This differential points to opportunities for upskilling and educational attainment. Within higher education, Bachelor degrees account for 20.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational and technical qualifications are widely held, representing 38.7% of residents aged 15+ across advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (26.2%). A substantial proportion of the local population participates in study, with 29.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.
Primary school students represent 9.8%, secondary education encompasses 9.3%, and tertiary studies engage 4.5% of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Loftus - Yarrawarrah reaches 90 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 public transit network across Loftus - Yarrawarrah features 90 active transport stops encompassing both train and buses. These stations and stops are served by 16 individual routes, delivering a collective 1,282 weekly passenger trips. Commuter access is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 129 meters to the nearest transport point. Reflecting the area's residential character, outward travel dominates commuting, with private car usage accounting for 89% and rail transit representing 7%. Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, surpassing regional figures. Furthermore, 44.4% of workers conducted their jobs from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.
Across all transit lines, service frequency averages 183 trips per day, which provides approximately 14 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.4% of residents in Loftus - Yarrawarrah report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 85% of areas nationally. 4.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 2.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health assessments compiled by AreaSearch indicate strong outcomes in Loftus - Yarrawarrah across chronic illness rates and mortality statistics, with younger age groups showing minimal incidence of common medical conditions, while private health insurance adoption is remarkably high at approximately 60% of the total population (4,451 people). Arthritis and asthma represent the most prevalent health issues in the area, recorded among 8.5 and 7.8% of residents, respectively, whereas 70.4% reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Health indicators for residents under 65 track above average. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 19.6% of the population (1,465 people), exceeding the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney.
While health metrics for local seniors outperform broad averages, they rank lower on a national scale than the wider resident demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Loftus - Yarrawarrah is largely Australian-born, at 87.2% of residents, with 5.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (30.9%) and English (30.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures in Loftus - Yarrawarrah sit below typical benchmarks, as 87.2% of residents were born in Australia, 95.0% hold Australian citizenship, and 94.2% speak only English at home. Christianity forms the principal religious affiliation, accounting for 60.2% of the local population in Loftus - Yarrawarrah, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Looking at parental country of birth, the primary ancestries in Loftus - Yarrawarrah are Australian at 30.9% (exceeding the regional level of 17.8%), English at 30.1% (surpassing the regional benchmark of 19.0%), and Irish at 10.5%. Other cultural backgrounds show distinct differences from regional norms: French ancestry represents 0.6% in Loftus - Yarrawarrah (vs 0.5% regionally), Lebanese stands at 0.4% (vs 2.6%), and Maltese accounts for 0.5% (vs 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Loftus - Yarrawarrah is 40. 22.2% 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 profile in Loftus - Yarrawarrah leans toward mature demographics. Updated estimates as at August 2026 indicate that retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) make up 19.6% of residents, compared to 15.5% across Greater Sydney, whereas young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) comprise 21.7% locally versus 31.4% across the broader region. The median age is estimated by AreaSearch at 40 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census figure and remaining 3 years above the Greater Sydney median of 37 from that same Census. Since the Census, the share of young to middle aged adults declined from 22.9% to an estimated 21.7%.
Long-term projections to 2041 indicate that retiree and elderly cohorts will drive most population expansion, growing by 490 residents (33%) to reach 1,956, while young to middle aged adults along with children and young adults are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Loftus - Yarrawarrah
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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 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 | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months 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 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 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 — 19 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (7,348 at the 2021 Census → 7,481 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 (128021608). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.