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The median house price in Sawtell - Boambee is $900k, with units at $572k. House values have moved 4.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Sawtell - Boambee has an estimated 20,602 residents, up from 20,066 at the 2021 Census — a change of 536 people, or 2.7%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years, slower than 75% of areas nationally. 136 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 174 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's analysis indicates that Sawtell - Boambee has a population of 20,602 as of May 2026. This figure represents a rise of 536 individuals, which accounts for a 2.7% increase compared to the 20,066 people recorded in the 2021 Census. The adjustment is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 20,581 as of June 2025, plus 136 newly validated addresses registered after the Census date. With a density of 174 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers ample room per resident and allows for potential future expansion. The 2.7% growth since the census places the area within 1.0 percentage points of the SA3 region, which grew by 3.7%, highlighting strong growth fundamentals.
Recent population gains have been largely fueled by overseas migration, which made up roughly 72.8% of total increases in recent times. AreaSearch relies on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas without this data, AreaSearch uses NSW State Government SA2 projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Age group growth rates from these aggregates are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Over this period, projections suggest an overall population decline, with the area expected to lose 973 people by 2041 under this methodology. Despite the overall contraction, certain age groups are expected to expand, notably the 85 and over cohort, which is forecast to gain 414 people. See the age section for more details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
235 new dwellings have been approved in Sawtell - Boambee over the past five years, an average of 47 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 35 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 91% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 39, 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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Over the last five financial years, Sawtell - Boambee has witnessed approximately 47 new homes approved annually, bringing the total to 235 homes. In the current fiscal period, 36 approvals have been logged thus far. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an average of 2 people moved to the region for every dwelling constructed, indicating a balanced supply and demand dynamic that fosters stable market conditions. More recent data reveals this ratio has grown to 3.5 people per dwelling during the last two financial years, pointing to rising demand and constrained supply.
The average construction cost for new homes stands at $376,000. This year, commercial development approvals have reached $8.7 million, highlighting that the area remains predominantly residential. Compared to the rest of NSW, Sawtell - Boambee exhibits about 56% of the construction activity per person, placing it in the 34th percentile nationally, which suggests somewhat restricted buyer choices while boosting demand for existing homes. This figure falls below the national average, reflecting the area's established character and hinting at potential planning constraints. New construction comprises 91.0% detached homes and 9.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the region's low density profile with a focus on detached housing that appeals to those seeking more space. The estimated population of 466 people per dwelling approval underscores the area's tranquil, low intensity development setting. With population projections remaining stable or declining, Sawtell - Boambee could face reduced housing pressure, offering advantageous circumstances for prospective buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sawtell - Boambee, worth an estimated $48 million. A further 55 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.9 billion. 22 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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, major projects and planning initiatives can have a profound effect on an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 10 projects that are likely to influence the area. Among these key projects are the Boambee East Residential Subdivision, Toormina Oval Upgrade, 95 on First Townhouses (Sea Esta), and Wonga Park Sawtell Playground Renewal. The list below provides further details on the projects most relevant to the area.
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Boambee East Residential Subdivision
A proposed two-stage residential subdivision creating 70 residential lots comprising 63 Torrens Title lots and 7 Community Title housing lots, with concept approval for 70 dwellings. Stage 1 includes construction of an access road via Bruce King Drive, demolition of two existing dwellings, a fire trail lot, and a residue lot to be dedicated to Council. The development has faced significant community opposition due to concerns about clearing approximately 4,600 square meters of native vegetation including 3,000 square meters of Prime Koala Habitat, threatened ecological communities, and impacts on community land surrounding the Boambee East Community Centre.
95 on First Townhouses (Sea Esta)
'95 on First' will comprise of six modern 3-bedroom townhouses, offering low-maintenance, beachside living. The complex is positioned approximately 150 metres from Sawtell Beach and 250 metres from the village centre, with driveway entry via Kidd Lane. Construction is estimated to commence towards the end of 2025.
Sawtell Pool Upgrade Project
City of Coffs Harbour continues to retain the Sawtell Pool Upgrade as a planned future project. The concept design includes a new eight-lane 25 metre pool with an accessible lane, a heated learn-to-swim pool, splash pad, new amenities building, cafe, improved accessibility and sustainable building features. Following the earlier funding setback, the project remains at concept design stage and is listed by Council as an unfunded future capital project pending external funding.
Toormina Oval Upgrade
The Toormina Oval Upgrade delivers an expanded sporting precinct featuring an additional football pitch, an upgraded carpark, a connecting footbridge, and new concrete footpaths. The project enhances community access and capacity for local football clubs and recreational users across Coffs Harbour.
Toormina Oval Upgrade
A $1.27 million upgrade including new grandstand, improved drainage, field lighting, and amenities. Enhances the facility for local sports clubs and community events.
Wonga Park Sawtell Playground Renewal
Renewal of the existing Wonga Playground at the corner of First and Third Avenue in Sawtell, replacing ageing equipment with a new climbing structure, slide, swings and bouncers, a shelter, picnic tables, and stone block retaining walls and seating. The new playground was relocated slightly east of the existing BBQ shelter, away from the tree canopy, to protect the surrounding littoral rainforest ecosystem. The existing playground and amenities block remained open throughout construction. Funded by the City of Coffs Harbour at a cost of $200,000, the project was completed on 15 September 2025.
Sawtell Lifeguard Tower Construction
Construction of a new, prefabricated, non-permanent lifeguard tower at Sawtell Beach to provide an all-weather observation point for beach safety operations. The aluminium tower replaced the old structure damaged by coastal erosion and has a minimum expiry life of 15 years. It was expected to be open by the end of September 2025.
Elements at Coffs
Elements at Coffs is a quality residential land release estate located just off Stadium Drive on the eastern side of the Pacific Highway in Coffs Harbour. Positioned halfway between Coffs Harbour and Sawtell, it offers generous reserves and open spaces. The development is actively selling Stage 4 and provides convenient access to the airport, health campus, education facilities, and shopping centres.
8,989 residents of Sawtell - Boambee are employed, from a labour force of 9,313. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 55.3%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 18,409, about 89% 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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Sawtell - Boambee boasts a capable labor pool where essential services play a major role, with an unemployment rate standing at just 3.5% and an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the previous twelve months. As of March 2026, the number of residents employed reaches 8,989, placing the local unemployment rate at 0.6% lower than the 4.1% observed across Regional NSW, while workforce participation remains notably lower at 55.3% relative to the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data indicates that only 11.8% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.
The primary sectors employing residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction, with health care & social assistance showing a particular concentration that is 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing holds a modest share of employment at 2.6%, which is lower than the regional rate of 5.3%. The ratio of working population to total residents suggests that local employment opportunities may be constrained. According to AreaSearch evaluations using SALM and ABS information, the twelve-month span experienced a 0.8% rise in employment and a 0.2% increase in the labor force, which led to a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 0.9%, the labor force shrink by 0.4%, and unemployment climb by 0.5 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia, dated May-25, can provide additional context regarding future labor demand in Sawtell - Boambee, as these five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the area's industry composition to project growth trajectories. Although national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector-specific variations exist, and applying these to the local mix projects a 6.8% increase over five years and a 14.1% increase over ten years for Sawtell - Boambee, though this simple weighting extrapolation is for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sawtell - Boambee is $1,352 a week (about $70,000 a year), with median personal income at $683 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,791 a year against an average of $58,389. 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 latest Australian Taxation Office data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, the income level in the Sawtell - Boambee SA2 falls below the national average. The median income among taxpayers in this area is $48,791, while the average income reaches $58,389. These figures are lower than those recorded for Regional NSW, which stand at $52,390 for the median and $65,215 for the average. Taking into account a Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, projected estimates for March 2026 place the median at approximately $53,826 and the average at about $64,415.
Census information indicates that household, family and personal incomes within the Sawtell - Boambee area all rank between the 24th and 25th percentiles on a national scale. The earnings distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 band accounts for 30.6% of the community, representing 6,304 individuals, which aligns closely with the metropolitan region pattern where 29.9% fall into the same range. Housing affordability remains a significant challenge, as only 82.7% of income is left after housing costs, placing the area at the 23rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sawtell - Boambee had 7,713 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 77% detached houses and 8% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,700 a month. Rent absorbs 27.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the most recent Census, the residential makeup of Sawtell - Boambee showed 77.4% houses and 22.7% other dwellings, which includes semi-detached units, apartments, and other dwelling types, whereas Regional NSW had 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in Sawtell - Boambee matched those of Regional NSW at 38.9%, with 33.0% of dwellings being mortgaged and 28.1% rented. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Sawtell - Boambee was lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,700, and the median weekly rent stood at $370, in contrast to Regional NSW's $1,733 and $330 respectively.
On a national scale, mortgage repayments in Sawtell - Boambee fall below the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are less than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sawtell - Boambee counted 7,713 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households account for 69.6% of all households, including 26.1% couples with children, 28.9% couples without children, and 13.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute 30.4% of the total, with lone person households representing 27.4% and group households making up 3.0%. The median household size stands at 2.4 people, which is identical to the average for Regional NSW.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
21.2% of adults in Sawtell - Boambee hold a university qualification, including 14.9% with a bachelor degree and 3.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.7% hold a vocational qualification. 11 schools serve the area, with 3,382 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 968 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 region experiences educational difficulties, as university qualification rates stand at 21.2%, which is considerably lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This situation presents both a challenge and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification, accounting for 14.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational training is also significant, with 40.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade or technical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 29.7%. Educational participation remains high, with 27.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal schooling.
This enrollment includes 10.4% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 2.8% in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Sawtell - Boambee reaches 215 stops on 86 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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Sawtell - Boambee features 215 active transport stops that include both train and bus services. These stops are served by 86 distinct routes, which together deliver 1,353 passenger trips each week. Accessibility to transit is considered excellent, with the average resident living just 190 meters from the closest stop. Because this is mainly a residential zone, the majority of people commute away from their homes, and cars remain the preferred mode of travel at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A modest 11.8% of residents work from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect conditions during the COVID-19 period.
On average, the network handles 193 trips per day across all routes, which works out to about 6 weekly trips per stop. The map provided highlights the 100 closest stops to the centerpoint of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.2% of residents in Sawtell - Boambee report no long-term health condition. 7.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 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 indicate below-average outcomes in Sawtell - Boambee, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The level of common health conditions among the general population is somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population (~9,930 people). This compares to 51.9% across Regional NSW. The national average is 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 11.6 and 9.6% of residents, respectively.
Meanwhile, 61.2% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 24.9% of residents aged 65 and over (5,125 people), which is higher than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though ranking lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Sawtell - Boambee is largely Australian-born, at 87.9% of residents, with 4.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.1%) and Australian (29.9%). 4.4% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Sawtell - Boambee demonstrated below average cultural diversity, as 87.9% of residents were born in Australia, 91.0% held citizenship, and 95.3% spoke only English at home. Christianity was the dominant religion in Sawtell - Boambee, accounting for 51.9% of the population. The most significant overrepresentation occurred among the Other religious category, which made up 1.2% of residents compared to 0.8% in Regional NSW. When considering ancestry, the leading groups in Sawtell - Boambee were English, representing 32.1% of the population, followed by Australian with 29.9%, and Irish at 9.3%. Other ethnic groups showed notable variations from regional averages, including Australian Aboriginal at 4.4% versus 4.6% in the region, Scottish at 8.6% compared to 8.0%, and Maltese at 0.4% matching the regional figure of 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sawtell - Boambee is 45, older than 78% of areas nationally. 21.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Sawtell - Boambee's median age is 45 years, which is slightly higher than the 43 years recorded for Regional NSW and also notably above the national average of 38. When compared to the Regional NSW average, the 75 - 84 age group shows a higher presence at 9.0%, whereas the 25 - 34 age group is less prevalent at 9.8%. From 2021 onward, the 75 to 84 age category expanded from 7.7% to 9.0% of residents, and the 15 to 24 age category rose from 10.4% to 11.4%. At the same time, the 55 to 64 age category decreased from 13.6% to 12.0%.
Demographic projections indicate that Sawtell - Boambee's age distribution will change substantially by 2041. The 85+ age group is expected to increase significantly, growing by 402 individuals (60%) from 671 to 1,074. Importantly, all age groups 65 and older together will make up 94% of the total population increase, showing the locality's aging trend. On the other hand, population drops are anticipated for the 45 to 54 and the 0 to 4 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sawtell - Boambee
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) | Aug 2026 this month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · Jun 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 7 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 — 136 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (20,066 at the 2021 Census → 20,602 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (104021089). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.