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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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The median house price in Parramatta - South is $1.50m, with units at $567k. House values have moved 0.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Parramatta - South has an estimated 11,281 residents, up from 9,867 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,414 people, or 14.3%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 91.7% of that increase. That puts 8,116 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 Parramatta - South is approximately 11,281 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,414 people (14.3%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,867 people. This shift is calculated from the ABS estimated resident population of 11,279 in June 2025 combined with 8 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such population numbers produce a density of 8,115 persons per square kilometer, placing the location within the top 10% of all national areas evaluated by AreaSearch and indicating that land here is a highly prized asset.
The 14.3% rate of growth since the 2021 census outpaced both the state average (7.1%) and the wider SA3 region, positioning the locality as a regional leader in growth. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 91.7% of the total population increase over recent times. For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch incorporates population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. Where this dataset is unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the base year are applied. Growth rates across specific age cohorts derived from these datasets are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts point to exceptional growth ranking in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationwide, with the population expected to rise by 7,193 persons by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 63.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
58 new dwellings have been approved in Parramatta - South over the past five years, an average of 11 a year. That is 1.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 101, 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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Within Parramatta - South, approximately 11 residential building approvals have been granted annually, summing to 58 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. During FY-26 to date, 93 approvals have been logged. With an average of 8.9 new residents per built dwelling arriving annually over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, demand vastly outstrips new supply, which commonly drives upward pressure on prices and intensifies buyer competition, while new homes are built at an average value of $214,000—below regional averages—representing more economical options for buyers. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $220,000 have been registered in the current financial year, pointing to a heavily residential developmental profile.
In comparison to Greater Sydney, Parramatta - South exhibits significantly lower construction volumes (85.0% below the regional per capita average). This limited addition of new housing stock generally bolsters demand and values for pre-existing properties. Construction levels are similarly lower than the national benchmark, reflecting a mature market environment and indicating possible developmental limitations. Newly approved dwellings are split evenly at 50.0% standalone houses and 50.0% attached designs. This orientation toward higher-density options offers lower-cost entry points and draws downsizers, property investors, and first-time home buyers. Newly constructed dwellings favor detached houses more than the current residential mix (13.0% at the Census), showing persistent demand for single-family residences despite densification trends. The area has roughly 1557 people for every approved dwelling, indicating a well-established property market. Long-term projections indicate Parramatta - South will gain 7,191 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of housing may fail to match population expansion, which could heighten competition among prospective buyers and underpin stronger value appreciation.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Parramatta - South, worth an estimated $157 million. A further 164 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $150.3 billion. 41 are already under construction and 76 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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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning decisions represent significant drivers of local real estate performance. AreaSearch has identified 36 projects that are likely to influence the local area. Principal projects include the Harris Park Cultural Precinct, One City Square Parramatta, the Wigram Street Pop-Up Cycleway Conversion, and Powerhouse Parramatta, with the following list highlighting those of greatest significance.
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Harris Park Cultural Precinct
City of Parramatta is delivering a Little India cultural precinct upgrade in Harris Park, funded by a $3.5 million Australian Government Investing in Our Communities grant. Works include Indian inspired murals, overhead decorative lighting, public art, streetscape upgrades, street trees, street furniture, paving improvements and a simplified overhead gateway on Marion Street. Mural installation began in March 2026, with broader construction and installation expected from August to December 2026.
One City Square Parramatta
One City Square is a major JQZ mixed-use precinct on the former Auto Alley/South Quarter site in Parramatta. The approved project is under construction and includes residential towers, commercial and retail space, a dining piazza, landscaped public open space and the 279-room Sydney Marriott Hotel Parramatta. Council has also resolved to finalise planning controls for an uplift that would increase the total apartment yield to about 922 dwellings and deliver a 4-storey community and cultural building plus a public park.
Wigram Street Pop-Up Cycleway Conversion
City of Parramatta is converting the temporary pop-up cycleway on Wigram and Cambridge Streets to a permanent separated cycleway. Works include widening sections of the cycleway and shared path, new raised pedestrian crossings on Wigram Street, Allen Street and Cambridge Street, traffic changes on Wigram Street between Bowden Street and Allen Street, footpath and streetscape improvements, parking adjustments, landscaping and utility works. Construction is scheduled for April to August 2026, supported by NSW Government Get NSW Active funding.
Observatory Place Parramatta
24-storey mixed-use development featuring 173 apartments in 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations by Ellerson Property. Located on the former Lone Star Tavern site adjacent to Jubilee Park, the stepped design follows the solar path to maximise natural light. Designed by Aleksander Group with interiors by Tony Caro Design, featuring recessed balconies, raised terraces overlooking Jubilee Park, and three ground-floor retail and dining tenancies. Builder Forward Projects is undertaking construction, which is currently underway.
Powerhouse Parramatta
Powerhouse Parramatta is a major NSW Government cultural infrastructure project on the Parramatta River foreshore. The new museum will deliver about 18,000 sqm of exhibition and public space across seven large presentation spaces, the Lang Walker Family Academy, rooftop public areas, productive gardens and an observatory for astronomy education. Construction is being managed by Lendlease and reached 95 percent complete in February 2026, with fitout and public domain works progressing ahead of opening in late 2026.
Cosmopolitan by Deicorp Parramatta
A vibrant new residential precinct featuring 604 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across two 45-level towers, situated above a retail village hub and laneways. Located parkside in Parramatta's CBD with direct access to the new Parramatta Light Rail.
Royal Parramatta Private Hospital
A proposed 24-storey private hospital development designed to address the healthcare shortfall in Western Sydney. The facility will include 120 to 130 hospital beds, six operating theatres, day surgery units, maternity services, and a perioperative suite. The architectural design by fjcstudio and Gray Puksand features a vertical village concept with biophilic terraces and the integration of a historic heritage house at the base of the tower.
Civic Link Block 3
Civic Link Block 3 is the City of Parramatta Council project transforming Horwood Place into a pedestrian and cycling green boulevard between George Street and Phillip Street. The project will permanently close part of Horwood Place to traffic and deliver wider paths, 38 mature native trees, more than 3000 shrubs and groundcover, rain gardens, seating, play and dining elements, and the 130 metre Ribbon social spine. It forms the central block of the wider Civic Link corridor connecting Parramatta Square, Sydney Metro West, Powerhouse Parramatta and the Parramatta River.Stage 1 Phillip Street early works are planned for 2026 and Stage 2 Horwood Place main works are forecast to continue through to the end of 2027, subject to site and weather conditions.
7,500 residents of Parramatta - South are employed, from a labour force of 7,814. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 81.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 8,537, about 76% 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 Parramatta - South is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professionals, a 4.0% unemployment rate, and an estimated 3.5% job growth over the prior year. By March 2026, there are 7,500 employed residents, while the unemployment rate sits 0.1% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and labor force participation is notably high at 81.4% compared to the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census data indicates that 44.8% of residents worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary employment fields for local residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.
The community shows a particularly high concentration of workers in professional & technical services, with employment levels reaching 1.6 times the regional average. In contrast, the construction sector is underrepresented at 4.7% compared to the broader metropolitan average of 8.6%. The location is predominantly residential and appears to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the year leading to March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 3.5% and the labor force expand by 3.0%, which led to a 0.4 percentage point decline in unemployment. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor decline. National employment forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future labor demand in Parramatta - South. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment structure to project growth trends. Although national employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of expansion varies widely by industry. Projecting these industry trends onto the employment profile of Parramatta - South indicates that local employment would grow by 7.1% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Parramatta - South is $1,947 a week (about $101,000 a year), with median personal income at $845 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,367 a year against an average of $65,641. 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 compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, Parramatta - South SA2 reports a median taxpayer income of $56,367 and an average taxpayer income of $65,641. These figures are slightly below national benchmarks, contrasting with a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates as of March 2026 would be approximately $62,184 for the median and $72,415 for the average. Data from the 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in Parramatta - South sit around the 60th percentile nationally.
Distribution metrics indicate that 36.9% of the population (4,162 individuals) receive incomes in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, mirroring broader regional trends where 30.9% fall into this same band. High housing costs absorb 18.4% of earnings, yet solid incomes keep disposable revenue at the 59th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Parramatta - South had 3,510 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 13% detached houses and 83% apartments. 17% are owned with a mortgage, 71% rented and 12% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,883 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the dwelling mix in Parramatta - South consisted of 12.6% separate houses and 87.4% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing options), compared to 55.9% separate houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Parramatta - South lagged the metropolitan Sydney average, standing at 11.8%, with the remaining dwellings occupied via a mortgage (17.4%) or rented (70.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,883 was lower than the metropolitan Sydney average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent was $400 compared to $470 for metropolitan Sydney.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in Parramatta - South are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Parramatta - South counted 3,510 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,013 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 65.6% of households in the area, consisting of 31.9% couples with children, 22.9% couples without children, and 7.9% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.4%, with single-person households representing 21.7% and group households making up 12.6%. The median household size of 2.6 residents is slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
54.8% of adults in Parramatta - South hold a university qualification, including 31.8% with a bachelor degree and 21.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 8.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 916 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,026 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 level of education in Parramatta - South is well above general averages, with 54.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high educational profile prepares the area well for knowledge-intensive employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 31.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 21.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational education accounts for 18.8% of qualifications for those aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (8.3%). Participation in education is high, with 33.5% of the population enrolled in formal study.
This student population includes 10.0% in tertiary institutions, 8.1% in primary schools, and 3.9% attending secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Parramatta - South reaches 39 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 6,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.5 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 39 active transit stops within Parramatta - South, consisting of a combination of train stations and bus stops. These stops are serviced by 26 distinct routes, which provide a total of 6,483 passenger trips per week. Transit accessibility is rated as outstanding, with residents living an average of 143 meters from the nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 52%, followed by trains at 28% and buses at 12%.
Average car ownership is 0.5 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, 44.8%, worked from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting pandemic restrictions). Service frequency averages 926 trips per day across all transport routes, which translates to approximately 166 weekly services per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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85.8% of residents in Parramatta - South report no long-term health condition. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.4 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 positive trends for residents of Parramatta - South, with AreaSearch's study of mortality rates and medical conditions showing outcomes close to national benchmarks, showing standard rates of common health conditions across young and old demographics, and the rate of private health insurance coverage sitting slightly below the average SA2 area at approximately 52% of the population (~5,854 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent health conditions recorded locally were mental health challenges and diabetes, which affect 4.1% and 3.7% of residents, respectively, while 85.8% of the population reported no chronic health issues compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and older represent 7.6% of the local population (852 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Senior health outcomes are strong, with national rankings exceeding those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
74.1% of Parramatta - South residents were born overseas and 77.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 99% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (25.6%) and Chinese (13.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Parramatta - South ranks as one of the most culturally diverse locations in the nation, with 77.6% of the population speaking a language other than English at home and 74.1% of residents born overseas. Hinduism is the most common religious affiliation in Parramatta - South, practiced by 38.3% of the population. This contrasts with a rate of 5.2% across Greater Sydney. In terms of parental heritage, the three largest ancestry groups in Parramatta - South are Other at 30.7% of the population (substantially above the regional average of 16.0%), Indian at 25.6% (substantially above the regional average of 3.6%), and Chinese at 13.1%.
Significant differences are also visible in other ethnicities: Lebanese ancestry represents 3.4% of the population in Parramatta - South (compared to 2.6% regionally), Korean represents 1.1% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Filipino stands at 2.7% (compared to 2.0% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Parramatta - South is 31, younger than 92% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 45.5% 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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At 31 years, the median age in Parramatta - South is below the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Parramatta - South has a larger proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (33.9%) but a smaller proportion aged 45 - 54 (7.8%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, younger residents have driven the median age down by 1.0 years to 31. Notable shifts include the 25 to 34 age bracket increasing from 29.3% to 33.9% of the population.
Conversely, the 35 to 44 age cohort declined from 19.7% to 18.1%, and the 5 to 14 age group fell from 9.3% to 8.2%. Population projections for 2041 suggest major demographic shifts in Parramatta - South, with the 35 to 44 cohort expected to grow by 1,732 people (85%) from 2,046 to 3,779.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Parramatta - South
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Apr 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 — 8 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,867 at the 2021 Census → 11,281 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 (125041718). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.