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The median house price in North Ryde - East Ryde is $2.65m, with units at $800k. House values have moved 2.9% a year compounded over five years.
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North Ryde - East Ryde has an estimated 16,628 residents, up from 15,622 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,006 people, or 6.4%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 76.9% of that increase. That puts 2,673 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the resident count for North Ryde - East Ryde stands at approximately 16,628 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,006 individuals (6.4%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 15,622 residents. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 16,577 alongside 82 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density of 2,673 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of all Australian territories analyzed by AreaSearch. Over the last ten years, North Ryde - East Ryde has shown steady expansion with a 2.7% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the broader SA3 region.
The primary driver of this demographic growth was overseas migration, which was responsible for roughly 76.9% of the total population increase in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are implemented. The age cohort growth rates derived from these models are also projected forward for all locations from 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts indicate a major population surge in the top quartile of Australian regions, with this specific locality projected to add 5,283 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total expansion of 31.5% over the 16 years.
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649 new dwellings have been approved in North Ryde - East Ryde over the past five years, an average of 129 a year. That places the area in the 82nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 98 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 36% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 126, broadly in line with 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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North Ryde - East Ryde has averaged approximately 129 residential building approvals annually, resulting in 649 residential approvals during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 116 during the current FY-26 period. With an average of 1.8 new occupants per year added for each newly approved home over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the local sector displays a healthy equilibrium between supply and demand, promoting stability. Meanwhile, new residential construction projects carry a mean estimated build cost of $422,000, which is slightly higher than regional averages and points to a focus on quality builds.
Additionally, commercial development approvals reached $9.8 million this financial year, reflecting a moderate amount of commercial building activity. When evaluated against Greater Sydney, the per capita rate of new residential approvals in North Ryde - East Ryde is about three-quarters, though it ranks in the 77th percentile of all locations examined across Australia. Approved residential construction consists of 36.0% stand-alone houses and 64.0% medium to high-density dwellings. This preference for denser housing structures offers affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, property investors, and first-time home buyers. This pattern marks a clear departure from the current housing mix (which stands at 62.0% houses), highlighting a reduction in available land for development alongside shifting lifestyle preferences and a requirement for varied, affordable housing. With roughly 155 people for each approval, North Ryde - East Ryde displays the characteristics of a growing suburb. Looking forward, North Ryde - East Ryde is projected to increase by 5,232 residents up to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projection). Given current construction volumes, the delivery of housing may not keep pace with population expansion, which could intensify purchaser competition and help drive property prices upward.
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AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside North Ryde - East Ryde, worth an estimated $5.57 billion. A further 150 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $91.5 billion. 43 are already under construction and 66 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major construction works, and planning strategies have a significant impact on local performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 39 projects likely to influence the area. Prominent works include the 24-storey Lachlan's Line Building A, the Triniti Lighthouse Build-to-Rent development, the Project Mars Data Centre at 12 Mars Road, and the Lachlan's Line Precinct, with the following list detailing the most significant projects.
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Triniti Lighthouse Build-to-Rent
State significant build-to-rent development comprising 510 rental apartments across three mixed-use buildings ranging from 9 to 20 storeys with ground floor retail and commercial space, communal resident amenities and basement parking. The project was approved by the NSW Independent Planning Commission on 10 July 2025. As of August 2026, no post-approval or construction documents have been published on the NSW Planning Portal and the project remains in the approved phase awaiting further implementation.
Cottonwood Crescent Precinct
Large-scale mixed-use precinct in Macquarie Park undergoing major transformation from multiple developers. The flagship project is 88 Waterloo (15-21 Cottonwood Crescent) by Billbergia and Legacy Property - two residential towers of 60 and 52 storeys delivering 858 apartments (including 60 affordable), declared State Significant via the Housing Delivery Authority in August 2025 and currently under SSD assessment ahead of public exhibition. Construction is targeted for 2027 with completion by 2030. At 14-16 Cottonwood Crescent, Legacy Property is seeking a further modification for a 21-storey, 126-apartment tower valued at $118.5M.Meriton's Viciniti development on Cottonwood Crescent (approximately 200 apartments) is completed. The precinct is positioned opposite Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Centre, within one of NSW's eight Transport Oriented Development Accelerated Precincts.
North Ryde Station Precinct - Lachlan's Line
NSW Government and Landcom led mixed-use urban renewal precinct around North Ryde Metro station. Lachlan's Line forms the northern part of the precinct and includes housing, local retail, public open space and community facilities. The precinct was rezoned in 2013 and is approved as a residential and commercial State Significant Development. It is planned to provide about 2700 homes near two metro stations, a bus interchange and the M2 Motorway. The latest major update is the approved Landcom and Link Wentworth Lot 117 affordable housing project at 6 Halifax Street, comprising 135 affordable apartments in a 14 storey building, with work expected to begin in 2025/26 or 2026 and residents moving in from 2028.
124-126 Epping Road Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use development involving demolition of existing structures and construction of three buildings comprising 78 residential apartments across five low-rise floors, ground floor commercial tenancies including neighbourhood shops, food and drink premises, health consulting rooms and a medical centre. Includes basement parking for 161 vehicles, 55 bicycle storage spaces, communal and private open spaces, landscaping, and site infrastructure upgrades including a new substation. DA approved by the Sydney North Planning Panel (LDA2020/0293) with a capital investment value of $32.6 million.Currently in pre-construction phase.
The Macquarie Collection - 3 Halifax Street
The Macquarie Collection is a high-density residential development within the Lachlan's Line precinct. It features two 24-storey towers, with Building B containing 266 apartments. The design by AJC Architects focuses on vertical living with a central urban backyard, podium-level greenery, and sustainable architectural elements. The project is located 600 metres from North Ryde Metro Station.
Lachlan's Line Building A (24-storey)
The Macquarie Collection (Building A) is a 24-storey residential tower within the Lachlan's Line precinct. Developed by Landmark Group and designed by AJC Architects, the tower comprises 234 apartments and five basement levels with 245 parking spaces. The project is a major component of the transit-oriented urban renewal at Macquarie Park, featuring sustainable design, landscaped communal areas, and direct connectivity to the North Ryde Metro. Construction is in advanced stages with completion targeted for late 2026.
Julius Avenue Data Centre
A six-storey data centre (approx. 36,648 sqm GFA) proposed for 6-8 Julius Avenue, North Ryde, within the Macquarie Park Technology Precinct. The facility will house 12 data halls delivering an IT load of 115.2MW and a peak power draw of 170MW, with an ancillary five-storey office building, enclosed generator gantry with 72 diesel backup generators, and a new Ausgrid 132kV subtransmission switching station. The $1.58 billion State Significant Development application (SSD-80018208) progressed to Response to Submissions stage on the NSW Planning Portal as of late 2025.Community and environmental objections have centred on the removal of 509 trees including old-growth habitat adjacent to Lane Cove National Park. Construction is projected to generate over 3,400 direct jobs, with approximately 50 permanent operational staff.
M_Park Macquarie Technology Centre
Stockland's approximately $2 billion M_Park is a multi-stage life sciences and technology innovation precinct in the Macquarie Park Innovation District. Stage 1 includes three premium commercial buildings, a data centre, retail and hospitality, and a 2,500 sqm public park. Building 11 is operational with tenants including CHEP, Demant and WiSE Medical, while Buildings 15 and 17, including Johnson & Johnson's new Australian headquarters, are in the final stages of construction.
10,060 residents of North Ryde - East Ryde are employed, from a labour force of 10,328. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 74.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 17,973, about 108% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 labor force in North Ryde - East Ryde is highly qualified, with a notable concentration of workers in the technology sector, a jobless rate of only 2.6%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.7% over the past year. In March 2026, there are 10,060 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 1.5% lower than the Greater Sydney level of 4.1%. Furthermore, labor force participation is exceptionally high (74.6% compared to 69.1% for Greater Sydney). Census data indicates that 57.5% of workers performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. The locality displays a strong concentration of professional & technical staff, with representation at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction workers are underrepresented, accounting for 6.1% of the North Ryde - East Ryde workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. The ratio of 0.8 workers per resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average volume of local employment options. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, employment grew by 0.7% while the labor force expanded by 0.8%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced a 1.9% increase in employment, a 1.9% rise in the labor force, and a slight decrease in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in North Ryde - East Ryde. These five and ten-year forecasts have been combined with the local workforce profile to project growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary by sector. Projecting these industry-level patterns onto the current workforce of North Ryde - East Ryde suggests local employment will rise by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
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Median household income in North Ryde - East Ryde is $2,439 a week (about $127,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,054 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,974 a year against an average of $82,809. 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 North Ryde - East Ryde SA2 area has a median taxpayer income of $63,974 and a mean taxpayer income of $82,809, according to postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale, compared to a median of $60,817 and a mean of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $70,576 (median) and $91,355 (average) as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in North Ryde - East Ryde are all highly ranked, placing between the 82nd and 89th percentiles across the nation.
Income distribution data shows the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket includes 28.0% of the population (4,655 people), which is comparable to the regional rate of 30.9% in this bracket. The high concentration of top-tier earners (41.5% earning more than $3,000/week) indicates substantial financial capacity in the community. High housing costs account for 16.5% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income levels at the 87th percentile, and the local SEIFA income score falls in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Ryde - East Ryde had 5,503 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 62% detached houses and 28% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $521 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential property types in North Ryde - East Ryde at the time of the latest Census consisted of 61.8% detached houses and 38.2% alternative structures (semi-detached, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in North Ryde - East Ryde was higher than the Sydney metro average at 31.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (34.2%) or renting (34.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Sydney metro median at $2,800, while the median weekly rental cost was $521, compared to Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470.
On a national level, North Ryde - East Ryde mortgage costs are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Ryde - East Ryde counted 5,503 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,857 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 78% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 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 75.2%, which is composed of couples with children (39.5%), couples without children (26.0%), and single parent households (8.6%). Non-family households represent the remaining 24.8% of the total, with lone person households accounting for 21.0% and group houses making up 3.7%. The median size of households is 2.7 people, which aligns with the average across Greater Sydney.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.9% of adults in North Ryde - East Ryde hold a university qualification, including 31.6% with a bachelor degree and 16.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 83% of areas nationally. A further 12.7% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,013 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,108 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 in North Ryde - East Ryde is substantially higher than broader geographic averages, with 50.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational trend positions the suburb well for professional opportunities in knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 31.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (16.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational training is held by 22.9% of the population aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificates (12.7%). Enrolment rates in education are high, with 29.9% of the local population currently undertaking formal study.
This student population includes 9.5% in primary schools, 7.6% in higher education, and 7.1% attending secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in North Ryde - East Ryde reaches 120 stops on 45 routes, timetabled for about 5,000 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 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 120 active transit stops in North Ryde - East Ryde, consisting of bus services. These stops support 45 separate routes, which provide a total of 4,968 passenger trips each week. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 147 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because this is a residential suburb, the majority of commuters travel outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary transit choice at 76%, followed by trains at 10% and buses at 7%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.1 cars per home.
A high proportion of residents (57.5%) work from home according to the 2021 Census, which may be a reflection of pandemic-related restrictions. Transit service frequency averages 709 daily trips across all routes, which is approximately 41 weekly trips for each stop in the area. The map provided displays the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the suburb.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.2% of residents in North Ryde - East Ryde report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 96% of areas nationally. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 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 show excellent results in North Ryde - East Ryde, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic conditions, which indicates a low presence of common illnesses across all age brackets. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 61% of the population (10,109 people), compared to a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded in the suburb are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 6.0 and 5.9% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 76.2% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.7% of the population (2,776 people), which exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Older residents show strong health outcomes, though these outcomes rank lower nationally than the figures for the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
45.5% of North Ryde - East Ryde residents were born overseas and 44.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (17.6%) and Australian (15.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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North Ryde - East Ryde exhibits a high degree of cultural variety, with 44.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 45.5% born in another country. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 49.7% of the population in North Ryde - East Ryde. The most notable religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.9% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding family heritage (parents' birth country), the three most common backgrounds in North Ryde - East Ryde are Chinese at 17.6% of the population, which is much higher than the regional average of 8.4%, Australian at 15.8%, and English at 15.6%.
Notable differences also exist in other communities: Korean background is overrepresented at 3.1% of North Ryde - East Ryde (compared to 1.1% regionally), Russian background is at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%), and Lebanese background is at 1.0% (compared to 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Ryde - East Ryde is 38. 25.5% 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 38 years in North Ryde - East Ryde is similar to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and matches the national median age of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, North Ryde - East Ryde has a larger proportion of residents aged 35 - 44 (17.4%) but fewer people aged 25 - 34 (14.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 15.8% to 17.4% of the population, while the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 15.9% to 14.0%. By 2041, the age structure of North Ryde - East Ryde is projected to change, led by the 45 to 54 cohort which is expected to grow by 36% (775 people) to reach 2,921 from 2,145.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Ryde - East Ryde
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 82 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,622 at the 2021 Census → 16,628 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 (126021501). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.