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The median house price in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is $2.55m, with units at $1.25m. House values have moved -2.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights has an estimated 11,297 residents, up from 11,241 at the 2021 Census. That puts 3,728 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 the analysis conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is estimated at 11,297 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 56 people (0.5%) relative to the 11,241 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 11,297 from June 2025 alongside 97 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. This population size translates to a density of 3,728 persons per square kilometer, which ranks in the top quartile of all Australian territories analyzed by AreaSearch.
Recent population growth in this locality was almost exclusively supported by arrivals from overseas, which functioned as the sole contributor to population expansion. AreaSearch incorporates projections compiled by the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are substituted. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are projected forward to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts point to growth matching the lowest national quartile, with expectations for the population to increase by 355 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating a total rise of 3.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
113 new dwellings have been approved in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights over the past five years, an average of 22 a year. That is 2.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 45, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights averages approximately 22 residential development approvals annually, yielding 113 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 42 approvals registered during the course of FY-26. Despite a shrinking population in recent times, the volume of building activity has remained relatively sufficient, presenting favorable conditions for purchasers, with new structures being built at an average cost of $394,000. Additionally, commercial building approvals valued at $2.0 million have been documented in the current financial year, pointing to a market that is overwhelmingly residential. In comparison to Greater Sydney, the rate of new residential approvals per resident in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is roughly two-thirds, placing it in the 12th percentile of all analyzed locations across the country, which restricts options for prospective buyers and bolsters demand for established homes.
The rate of building activity is also below the national standard, reflecting a fully established market and potential barriers to new construction. The composition of new residential builds stands at 46.0% detached houses and 54.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This concentration of multi-unit options provides lower-cost options and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. With a ratio of 1317 residents for every single residential approval, Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights represents a highly established market environment. Demographic projections indicate that Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is set to add 355 residents by 2041, calculated from the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch. Considering ongoing construction trends, the volume of incoming housing supply should comfortably satisfy requirements, maintaining favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially allowing population gains to outpace current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights, worth an estimated $207 million. A further 98 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.7 billion. 30 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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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Changes to local public works, major construction projects, and zoning plans can significantly alter the performance of an area. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include The Narrabeen Village, Narrabeen Lakeside Estate, Narrabeen Surf Life Saving Club Redevelopment, and Montecito Collaroy, with details of the most significant projects provided below.
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Narrabeen Surf Life Saving Club Redevelopment
Major redevelopment of the Narrabeen Surf Life Saving Club delivering a modern beachfront clubhouse with upgraded patrol, training and storage facilities, a purpose built oceanfront function centre, members gym and improved public amenities. The main rebuild was completed in 2024 and is now being complemented by sustainability upgrades, including a new solar and battery system funded through recent NSW Surf Club Facility Program grants.
1129-1131 Pittwater Road Mixed Use
DA approved mixed-use development site featuring 22 boarding rooms, 1 penthouse apartment, and 2 ground floor commercial suites with basement parking. 814sqm site with northeast aspect and direct ocean views, flexible E1 Local Centre zoning.
Montecito Collaroy
Exclusive collection of 6 grand luxury residences at Collaroy Beach on Sydney's Northern Beaches, developed by Cornerstone with architecture and interiors by BKH. Inspired by early 20th-century California bungalow and Spanish Mission styles, comprising two ground-floor apartments with private gardens and four expansive penthouses. Strata areas range from 380m2 to 448m2 with north-facing living areas, wrap-around terraces, basement parking, and high-end European finishes throughout. Construction commenced March 2025.
The Narrabeen Village
Completed in 2022, The Narrabeen Village is a mixed use local centre with 58 luxury apartments above a Coles supermarket and specialty retail precinct, providing modern shop top housing, secure parking and upgraded pedestrian access in the Narrabeen village centre.
Wakehurst Parkway Improvements (Frenchs Forest to Narrabeen)
Improvements to Wakehurst Parkway between Frenchs Forest Road, Frenchs Forest and Pittwater Road, North Narrabeen. The project includes intersection upgrades, lane widening, new shared paths, and flood mitigation in partnership with Northern Beaches Council to enhance safety, efficiency, and flood resilience. Main construction commenced in June 2026.
Ocean Breeze Apartments
Boutique collection of 12 luxury full and half floor beachfront apartments with ocean and lagoon views at Narrabeen, completed in 2023 by Pimas Gale Constructions.
1010-1014 Pittwater Road Mixed Use Development
Four-storey mixed-use shop-top housing development at the corner of Pittwater Road and Ocean Grove, Collaroy. DA2023/1395 lodged with Northern Beaches Council proposes demolition of existing commercial buildings and construction of 3 ground-floor retail tenancies and 22 apartments (2-3 bedrooms) with basement parking (29 resident, 5 visitor, 19 retail spaces). Designed by Gartner Trovato Architects. Public exhibition ran May-June 2024 attracting community objections regarding height, setbacks and traffic. The DA has since been approved.
Mixed Use Development and Rezoning at 100 South Creek Road, Cromer
State Significant Development application SSD-97833960 for demolition of existing structures, construction of 58 multi-dwelling houses and a 72-apartment residential flat building, including 5-7% affordable housing, plus concurrent rezoning from industrial land to R3 Medium Density Residential with an 18 m height control. The former Roche site is owned by EG Funds Management and is at Prepare EIS stage on the NSW Major Projects portal, with the Housing Delivery Authority monitoring assessment progress.
5,887 residents of Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights are employed, from a labour force of 6,175. Unemployment sits at 4.7%, with participation at 63.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,576, 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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The local workforce in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is characterized by high levels of education, with professional services representing a major sector, an unemployment rate of 4.7%, and steady employment conditions over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 5,887 employed local residents, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.5% higher than the Greater Sydney mark of 4.1%, while workforce participation is considerably lower at 63.7% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census responses show that 43.8% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing residents in this area are construction, professional & technical, and health care & social assistance. There is a notable concentration of employment in construction, which represents a share 1.5 times greater than the metropolitan standard. In contrast, finance & insurance represents a smaller share of employment at 4.6% compared to the regional median of 7.3%. Because the locality is primarily residential, local employment options appear limited, as seen when comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch's investigation of SALM and ABS statistics, the local labor force grew by 1.4% during the twelve months ending March 2026, while the total number of employed residents contracted by 0.1%, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 1.4 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labor force expand by 1.9%, alongside a slight decrease in unemployment. Long-term employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective hiring requirements in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project future growth. While national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of expansion varies widely by sector. Weighting these national sector trends against the specific employment distribution of Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights indicates that local employment is poised to rise by 6.9% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes that excludes localized population changes.
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Median household income in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is $1,998 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,019 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,654 a year against an average of $95,284. The average runs 50% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights SA2 record a median income of $63,654 and an average income of $95,284. These figures are exceptionally elevated on a national scale, compared to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates stand at approximately $70,223 for the median and $105,117 for the average as of March 2026.
The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights are positioned near the 72nd percentile across Australia. The largest income bracket contains 28.1% of residents earning between $1,500 - 2,999 per week (3,174 people), which closely matches the metropolitan average of 30.9% in the same bracket. The high concentration of top-earning households, with 31.7% receiving more than $3,000 weekly, points to substantial economic capacity in the area. High residential costs account for 20.4% of local incomes, but strong overall compensation keeps disposable income at the 59th percentile nationally, and the SEIFA score for income ranks in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights had 4,539 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 33% detached houses and 51% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $580 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,817 a month, a total housing cost higher than 93% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 29.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.5%. 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 mix of housing types in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights at the time of the latest Census consisted of 32.7% detached houses and 67.2% other housing formats (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures), contrasting with the Sydney metropolitan distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, the proportion of residents owning their homes outright stood at 33.5%, well above the Sydney metropolitan average, with the remaining homes being purchased under a mortgage (30.7%) or occupied by tenants (35.8%). The median monthly cost for mortgage payments was recorded at $2,817, which is notably higher than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $580, compared to the metropolitan benchmark of $470.
Globally across Australia, mortgage commitments in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights are much higher than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also far above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights counted 4,539 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of local households at 64.4%, consisting of 27.1% couples with children, 27.4% couples without children, and 9.1% single parents. The remaining 35.6% of households are non-family arrangements, with single-person households representing 32.8% and share houses comprising 2.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.1% of adults in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights hold a university qualification, including 23.6% with a bachelor degree and 6.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 83% of areas nationally. A further 22.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,229 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,100 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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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights tracks below the broader regional standard, with 33.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 41.5% in the SA4 region. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and vocational training. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 23.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Practical and technical qualifications are common, with 36.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (14.0%) and certificates (22.8%).
A significant 24.2% of the local population is enrolled in a formal course of study. This cohort includes 7.6% of residents attending primary school, 6.6% in high school, and 4.2% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights reaches 70 stops on 79 routes, timetabled for about 6,600 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 1.2 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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Public transport services in the area include 70 active stops in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights, which are served by various bus routes. A total of 79 distinct routes operate across these stops, providing 6,622 passenger trips each week. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 124 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents travel out of the area for employment, with cars remaining the main mode of travel at 86%, followed by buses at 7%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.2.
A significant share of the workforce, 43.8%, works from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Buses and other transit services complete an average of 946 daily trips across all routes, which represents approximately 94 weekly departures for each individual stop.
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67.5% of residents in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights report no long-term health condition. 7.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 68.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators demonstrate positive trends for residents of Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights, with an analysis of mortality and illnesses by AreaSearch showing results that are generally consistent with national averages. The rate of common health issues is low among the wider community, although it exceeds the national average for older, vulnerable demographics. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is extremely high at approximately 69% of the population (7,761 people), which compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 8.6% and 7.8% of the population, respectively, while 67.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population is generally healthy, with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 26.3% of the community (2,972 people), which is higher than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. Health indicators for senior residents present some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the statistics for the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.2% of Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights residents were born overseas and 10.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.4%) and Australian (24.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 10.8% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 25.2% born in another country. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 55.3% of the population. The most pronounced religious divergence is seen in Judaism, which represents 0.4% of residents locally compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding family background and parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights are English at 31.4% of the population (well above the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 24.3% (well above the regional average of 17.8%), and Irish at 9.3%.
There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds: French ancestry represents 0.9% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Dutch ancestry stands at 1.7% (compared to 0.7%), and Welsh ancestry is 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is 46, older than 81% of areas nationally. 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 median age of 46 years in Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. The 75 - 84 age group has a strong relative presence (9.9% locally compared to Greater Sydney), whereas the 25 - 34 age bracket is underrepresented (11.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 55 to 64 has increased from 11.4% to 12.7%, while the group aged 85 and over has decreased from 7.3% to 6.2%. Long-term population projections to 2041 point to major demographic shifts.
The cohort aged 85 and over is expected to increase by 520 people (75%), rising from 697 to 1,218. This trend toward an older demographic is clear, with residents aged 65 and over accounting for 92% of the expected population growth. In contrast, the groups aged 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 are projected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Narrabeen - Wheeler Heights
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 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
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 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 May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Dec 2025 8 months ago all 3 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 Dec 2025. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 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 — 97 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,241 at the 2021 Census → 11,297 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 May 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 (122031697). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.