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The median house price in Rosehill - Harris Park is $1.73m, with units at $510k. House values have moved 6.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Rosehill - Harris Park has an estimated 10,231 residents, up from 9,034 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,197 people, or 13.2%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years, faster than 81% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 89.8% of that increase. That puts 2,101 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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AreaSearch indicates that the cohort residing in Rosehill - Harris Park reached approximately 10,231 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 1,197 people (13.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 9,034 individuals. The figure is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 10,229 combined with 31 validated new addresses identified after the census. This population size yields a density of 2,100 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the standard density across assessed domestic locations. The area's expansion rate of 13.2% since the 2021 census outpaced the state (7.1%) and the surrounding SA3 region, positioning the locality as a regional leader in expansion.
The primary catalyst for this demographic growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 89.8% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied to each SA2. In cases where this data is unavailable, SA2 projections from the NSW State Government's 2022 release using a 2021 baseline are implemented. Age-bracket growth rates derived from these sources are projected forward to the years 2032 through 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, the district is set to experience remarkable growth, ranking in the top 10 percent of all statistical zones evaluated by AreaSearch. It is projected to gain 5,133 persons by 2041 when measured against the most recent annual ERP statistics, which translates to a total increase of 50.1% over the 16 years.
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204 new dwellings have been approved in Rosehill - Harris Park over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That places the area in the 64th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 23 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 4% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, well below 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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An average of approximately 40 new home approvals has been recorded annually in Rosehill - Harris Park, summing to 204 residential properties over the prior 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 5 approvals have been documented. The ratio of people relocating to the district per built home stood at 1.9 individuals over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, indicating aligned supply and demand and steady market trends. However, this metric rose to 4.5 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to heightened demand and possible capacity constraints.
Residential building initiatives carry an average estimated construction cost of $207,000, which sits below regional benchmarks and points to more accessible entry prices for buyers. Additionally, commercial development approvals reached $17.7 million this financial year, showing moderate commercial expansion. Per-person building volume in Rosehill - Harris Park is roughly 57% of the level seen in Greater Sydney, though it places in the 73rd percentile of evaluated regions nationwide, with construction trends accelerating lately. Recent residential completions consist of 4.0% detached houses and 96.0% medium and high-density formats. This concentration on denser buildings offers affordable options that attract downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. The area represents a highly established market, with approximately 1750 people for each approved dwelling. Projections indicate that Rosehill - Harris Park is on track to add 5,131 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the volume of new homes may fall short of demographic growth, which could intensify buyer rivalry and drive upward pressure on prices.
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 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Rosehill - Harris Park, worth an estimated $25.2 billion. A further 195 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $142.2 billion. 52 are already under construction and 84 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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Suburban performance is heavily affected by changes to local infrastructure, major construction projects, and zoning plans. AreaSearch has identified 72 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Important examples include 2A Gregory Place Harris Park, the Camellia-Rosehill Place Strategy, the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Peninsula (GPOP) Growth Area, and 99-101 Arthur Street, with details on the most relevant projects provided below.
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Greater Parramatta and Olympic Peninsula (GPOP) Growth Area
GPOP is Sydney's 'true centre', a 20-year strategic growth corridor spanning 26 precincts from Westmead to Sydney Olympic Park. The vision coordinates infrastructure delivery to support 72,000 new homes and 110,000 jobs. Key projects include the Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2, Sydney Metro West, and the Camellia-Rosehill urban renewal, which transforms industrial land into a high-density mixed-use precinct with enhanced river access.
15-19 Weston Street Apartments
A mid-rise residential development comprising 98 apartments across a 6-storey building. The project, designed by Archi-Build International and developed by Weston Investment Group, includes 148 car spaces and 66 bicycle spaces. It is positioned within the Rosehill-Camellia renewal precinct, aimed at increasing housing density near the Parramatta CBD and light rail infrastructure. The development features a modern facade and landscaped communal areas.
2A Gregory Place Harris Park
A State Significant Development concept for a build-to-rent and affordable housing community in the historic heart of Harris Park. Following community feedback, the project was scaled back from 483 to approximately 320 dwellings, including 300 apartments and 20 terraces. The masterplan emphasizes heritage conservation for the adjacent Hambledon Cottage and Experiment Farm, featuring 50% affordable housing and extensive public parkland with new pedestrian connections.
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.
Connecting Granville Centres
A series of pedestrian infrastructure improvements designed to enhance safety, accessibility, and connectivity in and around the Granville town centre. The project includes upgrading the public domain on Good Street with granite paving, tree plantings, and DDA compliant kerb ramps. It aims to seamlessly link the northern side of Granville to destinations like the upcoming Granville Town Square, F.S. Garside Park, the M4 underpass, and pedestrian pathways to the Parramatta CBD, supported by a 40km/h High Pedestrian Activity Area.
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.
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.
6,783 residents of Rosehill - Harris Park are employed, from a labour force of 7,003. Unemployment sits at 3.1%, with participation at 80.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% 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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A highly qualified labor force characterizes Rosehill - Harris Park, with professional services highly represented, an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.1%, and an annual employment growth rate estimated at 3.7%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 6,783, while the jobless rate was 1.0% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is notably elevated at 80.2%, compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census responses indicated that a substantial 35.1% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns. The primary employment fields for local citizens are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and retail trade.
The district exhibits an exceptionally high concentration of jobs in transport, postal & warehousing, which is 1.7 times the regional average. By contrast, education & training is underrepresented, accounting for 4.8% of employment compared to the regional benchmark of 8.9%. Although there are local jobs, comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests a significant portion of residents travel outside the suburb for work. Based on SALM and ABS statistics compiled by AreaSearch, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 3.7% and the labor force expand by 3.0%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.7 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney saw employment and labor force both grow by 1.9%, with a very minor reduction in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 help project future labor requirements in Rosehill - Harris Park. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project future trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these national industry rates to the local employment structure suggests employment within Rosehill - Harris Park will grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and excludes local population growth forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Rosehill - Harris Park is $1,757 a week (about $91,000 a year), with median personal income at $836 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,674 a year against an average of $62,324. 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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Taxpayer income records from the ATO for financial year 2023, compiled by AreaSearch at the postcode level, show a median income of $53,674 and an average of $62,324 in the Rosehill - Harris Park SA2. These figures are below national standards and contrast with Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 are approximately $59,213 for the median and $68,756 for the average. In the 2021 Census, personal, family, and household incomes clustered around the 53rd percentile nationally.
Looking at distribution, 39.5% of the population (4,041 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring broader regional trends where 30.9% fall in this bracket. Affordability pressures are high, with only 80.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 46th percentile, while its SEIFA income score falls in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Rosehill - Harris Park had 3,387 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 14% detached houses and 79% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 72% rented and 10% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $375 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,900 a month, a total housing cost higher than 81% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. 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, residential structures in Rosehill - Harris Park consisted of 13.7% houses and 86.3% other formats (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other formats. Homeownership in Rosehill - Harris Park was low compared to Sydney metro, recorded at 9.9%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (18.2%) or rented (71.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,900 was notably lower than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $375 compared to the metropolitan average of $470.
Locally, mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents match the national rate of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Rosehill - Harris Park counted 3,387 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,836 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 28% 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 62.3% of all households, consisting of couples with children (29.9%), couples without children (22.8%), and single parents (7.5%). Non-family households account for the remaining 37.7%, with single-person households representing 27.5% and group living situations making up 10.2%. The typical household size is 2.5 residents, which is slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
54.7% of adults in Rosehill - Harris Park hold a university qualification, including 31.5% with a bachelor degree and 21.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 9.0% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,107 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,068 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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Academic achievement in Rosehill - Harris Park is exceptionally strong compared to broader geographic benchmarks, with 54.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational lead positions the population well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 31.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (21.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational qualifications are held by 19.8% of residents aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (9.0%). Engagement in learning is highly prevalent, with 34.4% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This comprises 9.9% in tertiary studies, 8.7% in primary school, and 3.5% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Rosehill - Harris Park reaches 42 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 2,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.6 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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Analysis of local transit indicates there are 42 active transport stops within Rosehill - Harris Park, incorporating train, light rail, and bus routes. These stops are served by 26 distinct routes, which support 2,669 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is excellent, with residents living an average of 122 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 56%, followed by trains at 25% and buses at 9%. Vehicle ownership stands at 0.6 cars per household, below the regional norm.
A high proportion of residents worked from home (35.1% in the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions). Service frequency averages 381 daily runs across the network, which translates to roughly 63 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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84.8% of residents in Rosehill - Harris Park report no long-term health condition. 3.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.9 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 profiles in Rosehill - Harris Park are favorable, with AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic disease showing a low prevalence of common conditions across both youth and elderly demographics. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 50% of the population (~5,156 people). This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health concerns in the locality are mental health conditions and diabetes, which affect 4.2 and 3.9% of residents, respectively. A total of 84.8% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.9% of the local population (1,009 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney share of 15.5%. Seniors in the area experience positive health outcomes, with national rankings aligning with the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
73.8% of Rosehill - Harris Park residents were born overseas and 76.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 99% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (27.8%) and English (8.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Rosehill - Harris Park ranks among the most multicultural suburbs in Australia, with 76.6% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 73.8% born overseas. Hinduism is the most common religious affiliation, practiced by 41.7% of the local population, compared to 5.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parental birthplace, the largest groups in Rosehill - Harris Park are Other at 28.2% (well above the regional average of 16.0%), Indian at 27.8% (significantly higher than the regional average of 3.6%), and English at 8.6% (substantially lower than the regional average of 19.0%).
Other notable cultural variations include Lebanese residents at 6.3% of the population (compared to 2.6% regionally), Filipino at 2.9% (compared to 2.0%), and Chinese at 8.2% (compared to 8.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Rosehill - Harris Park is 32, younger than 92% of areas nationally. 43.5% 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 32 years in Rosehill - Harris Park is younger than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Rosehill - Harris Park shows a high concentration of young adults aged 25 - 34 (33.5%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (7.5%). The proportion of 25 - 34 residents is much higher than the national average of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data indicates the 25 to 34 age bracket rose from 30.9% to 33.5%, and the 75 to 84 bracket increased from 1.9% to 3.0%.
In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 9.8% to 7.5% and the 35 to 44 age group fell from 19.4% to 17.8%. Projections suggest the age mix will change significantly by 2041, with the 35 to 44 age group expected to show the highest growth at 76%, adding 1,389 residents to reach a total of 3,208.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Rosehill - Harris Park
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 9 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) | 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 — 31 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,034 at the 2021 Census → 10,231 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 (125041719). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.