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The median house price in Narrabri Surrounds is $350k. House values have moved 7.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Narrabri Surrounds has an estimated 4,602 residents. The population has thinned by an average 0.7% a year over five years, slower than 93% of areas nationally. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 by AreaSearch, the resident population of Narrabri Surrounds is approximately 4,602 in May 2026. This represents a decline of 14 residents (0.3%) from the 4,616 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated utilizing the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 4,602 alongside address validation data collected since the census. The population density is estimated at 0.40 people per square kilometer, indicating a spacious living environment. While Narrabri Surrounds registered a 0.3% population decrease post-census, the wider SA3 region expanded by 0.5%, demonstrating contrasting regional patterns.
Natural increase was the primary contributor to local growth, accounting for roughly 73.5% of population additions in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, which utilize 2022 as a base year, for each SA2 region. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government's 2022 release with a 2021 baseline are substituted. The age-specific growth trajectories from these datasets are projected forward to cover the years 2032 through 2041. Based on recent annual ERP figures, demographic trends suggest the area will experience long-term growth slightly below the median for regional Australia, expanding by 275 individuals by 2041, which represents a total increase of 6.0% over the 16-year timeframe.
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Residential building activity remains very quiet in Narrabri Surrounds, averaging 2 home approvals per year (accumulating to 12 over the previous five years). These minimal figures reflect the rural setting, where construction is generally prompted by specific local requirements rather than broad market dynamics. Due to the low volume of permits, individual projects can exert a large influence on annual percentage shifts and comparative statistics. Narrabri Surrounds registers substantially less building activity relative to the Rest of NSW, with development volumes also sitting below national benchmarks. Recent approvals consist of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% semi-detached or attached options, indicating a growing selection of medium-density choices that provide diverse opportunities across price points, ranging from standard family residences to compact, lower-cost alternatives.
This represents a shift away from the current housing stock (where houses make up 95.0%), indicating limited availability of developable land and reflecting shifting lifestyle desires and affordability constraints. The ratio of 1343 residents for each housing approval highlights the quiet nature of local construction activity. Demographic projections suggest Narrabri Surrounds will add 275 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Given the current pace of construction, residential supply might struggle to satisfy this population increase, which could intensify competition among purchasers and underpin property price appreciation.
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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 Narrabri Surrounds, worth an estimated $3.98 billion. A further 62 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.98 billion. 15 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans energy, transport & logistics 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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Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and new developments have a significant impact on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 8 key projects that are expected to influence the area. Notable undertakings include the Newell Highway Upgrade - Heavy Duty Pavement Upgrades (Narrabri to Moree), the Narrabri Solar Farm and BESS, the Stoney Creek Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and the Narrabri Place Strategy, with details of the most relevant projects provided in the following list.
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Narrabri Solar Farm
Proposed 140 MW DC solar farm with a 100 MW battery energy storage system on about 312 hectares of private rural land north-east of Narrabri. The project is in the Environmental Impact Statement phase of the NSW State Significant Development process after receiving SEARs on 5 July 2024. It would connect to the existing 132 kV transmission line, supply the National Electricity Market, power about 35,000 homes, avoid about 182,000 tonnes of CO2 each year and support about 100 construction jobs plus 3 operational jobs.
Narrabri Gas Project
The Narrabri Gas Project involves the progressive development of up to 850 coal seam gas wells across 95,000 hectares in the Pilliga State Forest and surrounds, targeting the Gunnedah Basin approximately 600km north-west of Sydney. The project, 100 per cent committed to the domestic market, could supply up to half of NSW's natural gas needs at up to 200 terajoules per day over an estimated 25-year field life. Operations will occupy around 1,000 hectares, primarily on state land.The NSW IPC approved the project in August 2020, followed by federal environmental approval. The National Native Title Tribunal ruled in Santos' favour in May 2025 subject to 23 conditions; the Gomeroi people have lodged a further appeal with a Federal Court hearing scheduled for March 2026. The Environmental Impact Statement for the Narrabri Lateral Pipeline was publicly released in late 2025 with submissions closing December 2025. Santos has signed MOUs with ENGIE, Orica, and Narrabri Shire Council for domestic gas supply. A final investment decision is expected in 2026, subject to resolution of outstanding native title and pipeline approvals.
Inland Rail - Narrabri to North Star - Phase One
Upgrade of approximately 171km of existing rail track and construction of new track to accommodate double-stacked freight trains as part of the broader Inland Rail project. This phase is now complete and operational.
Newell Highway Upgrade - Heavy Duty Pavement Upgrades (Narrabri to Moree)
Jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments, this project delivered more than 20 km of heavy duty pavement upgrades across four priority sections of the Newell Highway between Narrabri and Moree. Works included new heavy duty pavement, wider shoulders, upgraded intersections, five overtaking lanes, improved drainage, flood resilience improvements and the new Spring Creek heavy vehicle rest area. The project was completed in September 2025.
Narrabri Place Strategy
A 20-year strategic framework finalised in April 2025 by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure together with Narrabri Shire Council. The strategy provides the planning framework to rezone land across three precincts under the Narrabri Local Environmental Plan 2012, supporting at least 2,100 new flood-free homes with a mix of detached and medium-density housing, a revitalised town centre featuring an Eat Street dining concept, new health, aged care and childcare facilities, potential school sites and improved sport and active transport networks.A new employment lands precinct between the Newell Highway and the Inland Rail corridor will support light industrial and commercial uses, while a separate Northern NSW Inland Port precinct will accommodate heavier industrial activity leveraging the Inland Rail project. The strategy is expected to generate around 600 new jobs. Development applications consistent with the strategy can now be lodged with Narrabri Shire Council. Replaces the earlier Narrabri Special Activation Precinct process.
Stoney Creek Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
A major long-duration energy storage project featuring a 125 MW / 1,000 MWh battery system with an 8-hour discharge capacity. Located adjacent to the Narrabri Transgrid substation, it utilizes Energy Vault's B-VAULT architecture to enhance grid reliability and support the NSW renewable energy transition. The project was awarded a 14-year Long-Term Energy Service Agreement (LTESA) and is transitioning to an 'Own and Operate' model under Energy Vault.
Vickery Extension Project
The Vickery Extension Project involves the construction of a new open-cut coal mine and associated on-site infrastructure 25 kilometres north of Gunnedah. The $700 million project has a 25-year lifespan, producing metallurgical and thermal coal, and will create approximately 500 construction and 450 operational jobs.
Moree Regional Airport Upgrades
Staged upgrades to Moree Regional Airport led by Moree Plains Shire Council to increase capacity and resilience for passenger, freight and aeromedical operations supporting the Moree Special Activation Precinct. A multi-stage apron expansion was completed in mid-2024, enabling regular Q400 aircraft operations and larger arrivals such as RAAF C130J-30 Hercules. In February 2025 the Australian Government committed 1 million AUD under the Regional Airports Program to upgrade the northern apron, taxiway and three parking bays, establishing a 24-hour aeromedical facility for emergency retrieval services.Earlier stages delivered runway, taxiway and apron lighting upgrades including a Precision Approach Path Indicator system, funded jointly by the NSW Restart NSW Fund, the Australian Government's National Stronger Regions Fund and Council. Further terminal and runway enhancements remain flagged in planning documents to align with growth from the adjoining Special Activation Precinct.
2,690 residents of Narrabri Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 2,772. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 75.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 4.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The workforce in Narrabri Surrounds features a balanced mix of professional and manual labor roles across various industries, alongside a low unemployment rate of 3.0%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,690, keeping the local unemployment rate 1.1 percentage points under the Regional NSW level of 4.1%. Workforce participation is unusually high, standing at 75.4% compared with 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a moderate 17.7% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The region displays a high concentration of jobs in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share that is 7.2 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 10.2% of the local workforce, which is lower than the 16.9% recorded across Regional NSW. Although there are local employment opportunities, the ratio of the Census working population to the local population suggests a significant number of residents travel outside the area for employment. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.2% and total employment fell by 3.3%, resulting in a 1.1 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same interval in Regional NSW, employment fell by 0.9%, the labor force shrank by 0.4%, and the unemployment rate ticked up by 0.5 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future employment trends in Narrabri Surrounds. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While total national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral trends to the specific employment profile of Narrabri Surrounds indicates local employment could rise by 4.8% over five years and 11.0% over ten years, noting that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and excludes localized demographic forecasts.
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Median household income in Narrabri Surrounds is $1,434 a week (about $75,000 a year), with median personal income at $727 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,811 a year against an average of $63,451. 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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The most recent ATO statistics at the postcode level for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the Narrabri Surrounds SA2 sit below the national average, with a median of $52,811 and an average of $63,451. In comparison, Regional NSW recorded a median income of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated figures would be approximately $58,261 for the median and $69,999 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Narrabri Surrounds are modest, falling between the 31st and 33rd percentiles.
The largest income group contains 30.4% of households earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (representing 1,399 residents), which is similar to the broader region where 29.9% fall into this bracket. Housing expenses are manageable with households keeping 90.7% of their income, although disposable income is below average at the 39th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Narrabri Surrounds had 1,527 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $200 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,148 a month. Rent absorbs 13.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.5%. 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 composition of housing in Narrabri Surrounds at the time of the latest Census was 95.2% detached houses and 4.8% other dwelling types (such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative structures), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels in Narrabri Surrounds exceeded the Regional NSW average, with 42.7% of homes owned outright, while the remaining properties were mortgaged (30.1%) or rented (27.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,148 was lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent of $200 was below the regional figure of $330.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Narrabri Surrounds are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent costs are substantially lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Narrabri Surrounds counted 1,527 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 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 households at 71.2%, consisting of couples with children (29.9%), couples without children (30.2%), and single parents (10.5%). Non-family households account for the other 28.8%, with single-person households at 25.8% and group living situations at 2.6%. The median household size stands at 2.5 people, which is slightly above the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.4% of adults in Narrabri Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 12.0% with a bachelor degree and 1.7% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 29.5% hold a vocational qualification. 9 schools serve the area, with 540 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 844 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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Educational attainment levels present challenges in the region, with the university graduation rate of 15.4% falling well below the NSW average of 32.2%. This discrepancy highlights a need and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are most common at 12.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Vocational qualifications are widespread, with 38.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical skills, including advanced diplomas (9.2%) and vocational certificates (29.5%). Participation in study is high, with 35.0% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This student group includes 14.7% in primary school, 9.8% in high school, and 2.8% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Narrabri Surrounds reaches 159 stops on 39 routes, timetabled for about 360 services a week. The typical home sits about 330 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 networks in Narrabri Surrounds consist of 159 active transit stops, combining train and bus services. These stops support 39 different routes that run a total of 357 passenger services each week. Transit accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 328 meters from their nearest stop. As the area is mostly residential, most employed residents travel outside the area for work, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 88%, followed by walking at 8%. Households own an average of 1.9 vehicles, which is above the regional average.
Additionally, 17.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which was likely affected by pandemic conditions. Transit services average 51 trips per day across all local routes, which translates to roughly 2 weekly trips per stop. The associated map highlights the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the area.
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65.1% of residents in Narrabri Surrounds report no long-term health condition. 5.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in Narrabri Surrounds show notable challenges, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of long-term illnesses, with common ailments affecting both younger and older residents. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 50% of the population (approximately 2,324 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most frequently reported medical conditions in the area, affecting 10.3% and 9.6% of residents respectively. Conversely, 65.1% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, which is slightly higher than the 63.3% average across Regional NSW.
The working-age cohort exhibits elevated rates of chronic illnesses, presenting significant health challenges. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.2% of the population (929 people), a lower proportion than the 23.4% seen in Regional NSW, though their national health rankings are high relative to the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Narrabri Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 95.5% of residents, with 1.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (36.1%) and English (29.0%). 10.3% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Narrabri Surrounds has a lower level of cultural diversity than the national average, with citizens making up 84.3% of the population, 95.5% of residents born in Australia, and 98.1% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, practiced by 70.2% of the population in Narrabri Surrounds, compared to 55.9% in Regional NSW. Regarding family heritage, the three largest ancestry groups in Narrabri Surrounds are Australian at 36.1% (well above the regional average of 30.0%), English at 29.0%, and Australian Aboriginal at 10.3% (significantly higher than the regional average of 4.6%).
Other ethnic backgrounds show distinct differences, with Irish heritage slightly overrepresented at 8.7% of the population (compared to 8.8% regionally) and Korean heritage at 0.2% (compared to 0.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Narrabri Surrounds is 41. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 22.7% 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 in Narrabri Surrounds is 41 years, which is slightly below the Regional NSW average of 43 years but higher than the national average of 38 years. The 0 to 4 age group is strongly represented at 7.3% compared to Regional NSW, while the 75 to 84 cohort is less common at 6.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.0% to 13.0%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket increased from 10.6% to 11.9%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 age group shrank from 16.5% to 13.5%, and the 45 to 54 group decreased from 12.8% to 11.4%.
Demographic models estimate that the age structure will change notably by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to grow the most at 24%, adding 108 residents to reach 556, while the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 cohorts are expected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Narrabri Surrounds
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
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | 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 | May 2026 3 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 May 2026. | ||
| 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) | Jul 2026 last 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,616 at the 2021 Census → 4,602 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 (110031198). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.