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Sales ActivityProperty Sales Trends in Lurnea - Cartwright

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The median house price in Lurnea - Cartwright is $1.13m, with units at $850k. House values have moved 6.9% a year compounded over five years.

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Lurnea - Cartwright

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Lurnea - Cartwright has an estimated 13,815 residents, up from 12,670 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,145 people, or 9.0%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 64.5% of that increase. That puts 3,981 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 resident count of Lurnea - Cartwright reaches approximately 13,815 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,145 residents (9.0%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 12,670 people. That adjustment incorporates the ABS estimated resident population benchmark of 13,737 as of June 2025 alongside 98 validated new addresses recorded following the Census date. With a density metric of 3,981 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks within the highest 10% among national areas analyzed by AreaSearch, highlighting substantial pressure on available land.

Outpacing both the statewide mark (7.3%) and Greater Sydney, Lurnea - Cartwright's 9.0% expansion since the 2021 census positions it at the forefront of regional growth. Inbound overseas migration served as the primary demographic driver, delivering roughly 64.5% of total local population additions over recent timeframes. Projections generated by the ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year are utilized by AreaSearch across SA2 zones, supplemented by NSW State Government SA2 forecasts released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year for areas omitted from that dataset. Cohort-specific growth rates derived from these sets are subsequently extended across all districts from 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the locality is slated to exceed the nationwide median for population expansion, gaining 2,410 persons to 2041 according to the most recent annual ERP figures, which translates to a cumulative rise of 16.9% across the 16 years.

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What is the latest population estimate for the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Total population for the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,815 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,737 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 changed since 2021?
The lurnea - cartwright sa2 has added approximately 1,145 people and shown a 9.04% increase from the 12,670 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The population density in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is estimated at 3,981 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Population growth in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (64.5%), Natural increase (35.5%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 64.5% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Lurnea - Cartwright

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346 new dwellings have been approved in Lurnea - Cartwright over the past five years, an average of 69 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 69 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 57% 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 across Lurnea - Cartwright have averaged roughly 69 dwellings per annum, amounting to 346 homes across the prior 5 financial years. The region absorbed an average of 2.9 new residents annually for every dwelling completed between FY-22 and FY-26, highlighting healthy structural demand that supports real estate values, while construction costs average $289,000 per residence—under regional benchmarks—offering relatively accessible price points for buyers. Meanwhile, non-residential activity remains subdued, with commercial approvals generating $1.9 million during this financial year. Per-capita building volume in Lurnea - Cartwright equates to roughly 75% of the Greater Sydney benchmark, positioning the suburb in the 69th percentile nationwide.

Medium-density housing is increasingly represented in recent builds, comprising 43.0% attached dwellings alongside 57.0% detached dwellings, delivering a balanced spectrum of price points spanning standalone family residences to compact options. Registering approximately 178 people per dwelling approval, the neighborhood displays key hallmarks of an expanding growth market. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimates indicate that Lurnea - Cartwright will welcome an additional 2,332 residents by 2041. Present rates of residential construction appear well aligned to satisfy incoming demand, creating an accommodating landscape for purchasers and establishing potential for local expansion to surpass baseline projections.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 area has seen 153 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's current population of 13,815 has been supported by 69 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's development activity compare to the broader region?
The Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 has seen 0.52 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.62 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 178 people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, compared to one for every 165 in the broader region.
Is the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 2,332 people by 2041, around 778 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 69, showing modest growth in recent years.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is expected to grow by 2,332 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 778 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Over the past five years, the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 has grown by approximately 3,248 people, while 346 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 9.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 69 approvals per year and a population of 13,815, the market appears to be adequately supplied relative to projected housing demand in recent years, suggesting that developers should have a longer-term approach when considering new projects. With the population expected to increase by 2,332 people by 2041, around 778 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
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Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Lurnea - Cartwright

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AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Lurnea - Cartwright, worth an estimated $742 million. A further 68 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $13 billion. 20 are already under construction and 25 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, public planning strategies, and local infrastructure developments serve as critical catalysts for regional performance. In total, 13 projects with potential local impacts have been recorded by AreaSearch. Primary undertakings include the M5 Motorway Westbound Upgrade, Avala Apartments Miller, Milperra Community Hub by Mirvac, and Lurnea Community Hub, with key initiatives outlined below.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 include: M5 Motorway Westbound Upgrade (Construction); Avala Apartments Miller (Planning); Milperra Community Hub by Mirvac (Under Assessment); Lurnea Community Hub (Construction); and Prestons Industrial Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Infrastructure development impacting the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $3.9 billion in projects that will impact the extended area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 vicinity.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
The Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
M5 Motorway Westbound Upgrade
Category: Transport & Logistics
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2028
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Upgrade of the M5 Motorway westbound between Moorebank Avenue and the Hume Highway to reduce congestion and improve safety. Key features include a new three-lane bridge over the Georges River and rail corridors, removal of the traffic weave, additional lanes, improved freight access, and a new shared user path for pedestrians and cyclists.

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60 Hill Road Lurnea Development
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Proposed | Est. Comp: 2026
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Proposed residential development at 60 Hill Road Lurnea featuring modern housing options and community amenities

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Milperra Community Hub by Mirvac
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Under Assessment | Est. Comp: 2030
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The Milperra Community Hub project involves transforming the former WSU Bankstown Village Campus, a 19.6-hectare site, into a mixed-use development with residential, commercial, recreational, and conservation uses. It aims to deliver diverse housing options and community enhancements for existing and future residents. Key features include up to 430 low-rise dwellings (attached terraces, semi-detached houses, and freestanding homes), over 14,400 sqm of public parks connected via footpaths and cycleways, a small neighbourhood centre with a refurbished childcare centre and a new cafe/restaurant, long-term management plan for over 2 hectares of remnant vegetation with a tree replacement ratio of 3:1, and a $5.3m contribution to Council for social and affordable housing.

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Liverpool Civic Place
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2028
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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.

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Lurnea Community Hub
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2021
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State-of-the-art community precinct at Phillips Park featuring multipurpose community hub with program and meeting rooms, cafe, large function room, outdoor space and kitchen facilities supporting social, economic and recreational needs of the community

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Frangipane Avenue Apartments
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2027

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.

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La Vie @ Casula
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2027
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4-storey residential apartment building comprising 19 apartments (mix of 1 and 2 bedroom units, including 3 affordable rental housing units) with basement parking, landscaped gardens, and community facilities. Located in an established residential area near Liverpool CBD and transport links.

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The Liverpool by FYVE
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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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.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Lurnea - Cartwright

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4,344 residents of Lurnea - Cartwright are employed, from a labour force of 5,001. Unemployment sits at 13.1%, with participation at 47.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,741, about 85% 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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A mix of blue-collar and white-collar roles characterizes the local workforce in Lurnea - Cartwright, supported by prominent industrial and manufacturing operations, though the locality records an unemployment rate of 13.1% alongside 4.2% employment growth over the past year. As of March 2026, employed residents number 4,344, while local joblessness stands 9.0% higher than the 4.1% seen in Greater Sydney, indicating substantial slack in the market; labor participation also remains subdued at 47.5% compared to 68.9% across Greater Sydney. Census records showed 21.8% of the workforce operating from home, though pandemic restrictions during that period should be noted.

The primary employment sectors for local residents include retail trade, health care & social assistance, and transport, postal & warehousing. Transport, postal & warehousing exhibits marked local concentration, capturing an employment share 2.0 times the broader metropolitan standard. By contrast, professional & technical roles account for only 3.5% of resident workers, trailing the 11.5% registered across Greater Sydney. Comparing the Census working population against resident workers underscores that this primarily suburban district provides relatively few jobs internally. SALM and ABS metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate that over the year to March 2026, local employment expanded by 4.2% while the labor pool expanded by 5.0%, nudging the unemployment rate upward by 0.6 percentage points. Across Greater Sydney over the same timeframe, employment grew by 1.9% and the labor force rose by 1.9%, accompanied by a minor decline. Nationwide employment projections from Mar-26 published by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further perspective on expected labor demand trends for Lurnea - Cartwright over five- and ten-year horizons. Nationally, overall jobs are projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely by discipline. Applying these sectoral trajectories to the employment profile of Lurnea - Cartwright suggests local employment growth of 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years (note that this reflects a baseline weighted extrapolation for reference and does not incorporate local demographic projections).

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What is the employment situation in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
As of March 2026, the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 has approximately 4,344 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 13.1%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 stands at 13.1%, which is 9.0 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The employment landscape in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.7% of employment), retail trade (11.8%), and transport, postal & warehousing (10.8%). Other significant employers include construction and manufacturing.
How has employment changed recently in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Over the past year to March 2026, the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
What is the workforce participation rate in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The workforce participation rate in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is 47.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. The relatively low participation rate may indicate limited job opportunities or demographic factors affecting workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
Which industries are over-represented in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's employment market?
The lurnea - cartwright sa2 shows notable specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 10.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% regionally. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.0, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
What are the employment growth prospects for the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.1% over the next five years and 12.9% over ten years. This compares to national growth expectations of 6.6% over five years. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compare nationally?
The lurnea - cartwright sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 5.9% decline, ranking 29.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, with skilled sectors accounting for 31.8% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (15.7%), education & training (8.0%), and professional & technical (3.5%). With projected employment growth of 6.1% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Lurnea - Cartwright

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Median household income in Lurnea - Cartwright is $1,136 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $471 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,836 a year against an average of $59,397. 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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Tax office figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place earnings in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 below national benchmarks. The area reports a median taxpayer income of $51,836 and an average of $59,397, trailing the Greater Sydney figures of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $57,185 (median) and $65,527 (average) as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household measures at the Census, the area sits between the 2nd and 9th percentiles across the country.

In terms of earnings brackets, 27.0% of residents (3,730 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, closely tracking the 30.9% regional proportion. Severe affordability challenges leave households with only 73.5% of income remaining, placing the area in the 5th percentile.

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What is the median taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is approximately $57,185. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $51,836.
What is the average taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is approximately $65,527. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $59,397.
How does the median taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is approximately $57,185 compared to $67,093 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $51,836 and $60,817 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is approximately $65,527 compared to $91,569 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $59,397 and $83,003 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~27.0% / 3,730 persons) of the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.0% of the population. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is $1,136/wk.
What is the median family income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is $1,330/wk.
What is the median personal income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is $471/wk.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's income rank nationally?
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $51,836 with the average level standing at $59,397. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $57,185 (median) and $65,527 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The estimated disposable income in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is $3,618 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's disposable income compare to the region?
The lurnea - cartwright sa2's disposable income is $3,618 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Lurnea - Cartwright

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Lurnea - Cartwright had 3,805 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 71% detached houses and 11% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 48% rented and 23% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 30.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 40.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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The local housing stock recorded at the most recent Census consisted of 71.3% houses alongside 28.8% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), compared with 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across Sydney metro. Outright home ownership in Lurnea - Cartwright reached 23.2%, trailing the metropolitan standard, while mortgaged properties accounted for 29.0% and rental accommodation comprised 47.8%. Median monthly mortgage commitments stood at $2,000, well below the Sydney metro level of $2,427, while median weekly rent was $350 versus $470 across Sydney metro. When measured against nationwide figures, local monthly home loan payments exceed the Australian benchmark of $1,863, whereas local rent sits under the national figure of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
In the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, 23.2% of homes are owned outright, 29.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 47.8% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 are houses?
According to the latest data, 71.3% of dwellings in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 are apartments or units?
In the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, 11.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 17.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Outright home ownership in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 stands at 23.2%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is $2,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
What is the median weekly rent in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The median weekly rent in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is $350, compared to $470 in Greater Sydney.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
In the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, 18.5% of rentals are $0-149/week, 29.8% are $150-349/week, 50.6% are $350-649/week, 0.7% are $650-949/week, and 0.4% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is $1,304, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
In the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 40.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 30.8% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 40.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% regionally), while renters spend 30.8% of income on rent (vs 22.6% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The dwelling mix in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 consists of 71.3% detached houses, 17.7% semi-detached dwellings, 11.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Factoring in the ownership distribution, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,304. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $2,000/month, and renters paying $1,516/month.
How affordable is housing in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 relative to local incomes?
Housing in Lurnea - Cartwright consumes approximately 26.5% of median household income ($4,919 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Recent development applications in Lurnea - Cartwright show attached dwellings contributing 40% of approvals compared to 29% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 60% of applications versus 71% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Lurnea - Cartwright

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Lurnea - Cartwright counted 3,805 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,149 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 15% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Families make up 74.3% of all households in the district, comprising couples with children at 38.1%, single parent families at 19.7%, and couples without children at 14.8%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 25.7%, dominated by lone person households at 23.8% alongside group households at 1.8%. Typical occupancy stands at a median household size of 3.0 people, exceeding the 2.7 registered across Greater Sydney.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
As of the 2021 Census, the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 had 3,805 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.0% to an estimated 4,149 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 74.3% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (23.8%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 2,827 family households, 38.1% are couples with children, 14.8% are couples without children at home, and 19.7% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Marriage patterns reveal 43.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.9% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 23.8% of all households in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, similar to the regional average of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.8% of households, well below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Lurnea - Cartwright

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14.4% of adults in Lurnea - Cartwright hold a university qualification, including 10.6% with a bachelor degree and 3.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 76% of areas nationally. A further 20.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,800 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 948 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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Attainment levels across the locality reflect pronounced educational hurdles, as only 14.4% of residents hold university qualifications compared to 38.0% across Greater Sydney, presenting a key target for future learning programs. Bachelor degrees form the primary higher education credential at 10.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.0% and graduate diplomas at 0.8%. Vocational and technical qualifications are widespread, with 31.3% of the population aged 15+ holding trade credentials, split between certificates (20.4%) and advanced diplomas (10.9%). Engagement in formal study is notably broad, with 36.3% of the resident population attending educational institutions.

This comprises 13.9% in primary education, 10.5% in secondary education, and 4.4% enrolled in tertiary programs.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 have university qualifications?
14.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 have no formal qualifications?
54.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% regionally.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's education level compare to national averages?
The lurnea - cartwright sa2 ranks in the 24th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The most common qualifications in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 are: Certificate (20.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.9%), Bachelor Degree (10.6%).
What proportion of the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's population is currently attending educational institutions?
36.3% of the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 13.9% in primary school, 10.5% in secondary school, 4.4% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 is 948, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
How many schools are located within the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
There are 4 schools within the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,800 students.
What types of schools are available in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The lurnea - cartwright sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Lurnea - Cartwright

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Public transport in Lurnea - Cartwright reaches 83 stops on 33 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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Local public transport infrastructure comprises 83 active transport stops within Lurnea - Cartwright, primarily catering to bus networks. A network of 33 individual routes services these facilities, operating 2,980 weekly passenger trips. Overall transport access is strong, with typical walking distances of 148 meters to the nearest transit point. Given the predominantly suburban character, most residents commute outward, with personal vehicles accounting for 85% of journeys, followed by 7% by train. Private vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, while 21.8% of workers operated from home at the 2021 Census (which may reflect prevailing COVID-19 settings).

Across all transit lines, service frequency averages 425 trips per day, providing roughly 35 weekly trips per individual stop.

Frequently Asked Questions - Transport

How many public transport stops are in Lurnea - Cartwright?
There are 83 public transport stops within the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2.
How frequent are the transport services in Lurnea - Cartwright?
the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 has 2,980 weekly trips across 33 routes, averaging 425 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Lurnea - Cartwright?
On average, residential properties are 148 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Lurnea - Cartwright

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71.8% of residents in Lurnea - Cartwright report no long-term health condition. 9.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 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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Mortality statistics and chronic illness indicators reviewed by AreaSearch reveal notable health pressures across Lurnea - Cartwright, with elevated rates of common medical conditions observed throughout the community and concentrated within older demographics, while private health cover is limited to approximately 49% of the population (~6,755 people). This tracks well below the Greater Sydney proportion of 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma represent the leading diagnosed conditions locally, affecting 7.3 and 7.2% of residents respectively, whereas 71.8% of the community reported having no long-term health conditions compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.

Health outcomes among working-age cohorts generally align with wider standards. The suburb contains 1,840 people aged 65 and over (13.3% of residents), lower than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. Senior health indicators present specific challenges, though they fare comparatively better against national benchmarks than the overall population.

Frequently Asked Questions - Health

How many people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 have private health insurance?
Around 48.9% of people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.9% in the broader region of Greater Sydney.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
In the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, 9.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
7.2% of people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Diabetes affects 6.4% of the the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
3.6% of people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Sydney, 3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2, 48.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.9%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Lurnea - Cartwright

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45.9% of Lurnea - Cartwright residents were born overseas and 63.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (15.7%) and Lebanese (12.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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High levels of multicultural diversity define Lurnea - Cartwright, where 45.9% of residents were born overseas and 63.3% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity constitutes the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 40.8% of local residents. Islam shows a particularly substantial local presence, accounting for 30.1% of the community compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parental birthplace, the leading segments across Lurnea - Cartwright include Other at 30.0% (substantially higher than the 16.0% regional mark), Australian at 15.7%, and Lebanese at 12.2% (considerably above the 2.6% regional share).

Several other cultural groups exhibit significant local concentrations, including Vietnamese at 4.8% (vs 1.8% regionally), Samoan at 2.0% (vs 0.5% regionally), and Serbian at 1.7% (vs 0.5% regionally).

Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity

What is the level of cultural diversity in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
Lurnea - Cartwright is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 45.9% of its population born overseas and 63.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
What is the most common religion in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
The main religion in Lurnea - Cartwright was found to be Christianity, which makes up 40.8% of people in Lurnea - Cartwright. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 30.1% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.
What are the top countries of origin in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lurnea - Cartwright are Other, comprising 30.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 16.0%, Australian, comprising 15.7% of the population, and Lebanese, comprising 12.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 2.6%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 2.0% of Lurnea - Cartwright (vs 0.5% regionally), Serbian at 1.7% (vs 0.5%) and Vietnamese at 4.8% (vs 1.8%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
45.9% of the the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% regionally.
What percentage of the the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 population speaks a language other than English at home?
63.3% of the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in the wider region.
How many people in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 identify as Australian Aboriginal?
2.4% of the the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
79.5% of the the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Lurnea - Cartwright

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The median resident of Lurnea - Cartwright is 33, younger than 88% of areas nationally. 29.3% 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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Demographically, Lurnea - Cartwright skews younger than Greater Sydney overall. August 2026 estimates indicate that 38.6% of the population comprises children and young adults (0 - 24) versus 30.4% across Greater Sydney, while young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) account for 27.1% against a metropolitan share of 31.4%. The median age remains steady at an estimated 33 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census outcome and sitting 4 years below the Greater Sydney figure of 37 and below the national median of 38 at that Census. Since the Census, the proportion of middle aged and young retiree residents (45 - 64) declined from 22.3% to an estimated 20.9%.

Looking ahead to 2041, the largest numerical gain is anticipated among the retiree and elderly group (65+), rising by 782 residents (42%) to reach 2,622.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 at 33 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 33 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 33 years as at August 2026, Lurnea - Cartwright is 4 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.7% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.9% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
Yes, certain age groups in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 show significant variance compared to the Greater Sydney region. The most over-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (16.7% vs 11.8%).
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.4% of the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.3% of the population in the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 as at August 2026.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Lurnea - Cartwright

Data currency Refreshed

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
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 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.
Infrastructure projects Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily Aug 2026 2 months ago all 4 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 — 98 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (12,670 at the 2021 Census → 13,815 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 (127031599). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

Why can the Lurnea - Cartwright SA2 boundary differ from the suburb boundary?
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
Where does the data on this Lurnea - Cartwright page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Lurnea - Cartwright data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Sep 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and services & amenities (Sep 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Sep 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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