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The median house price in Singleton is $750k, with units at $494k. House values have moved 8.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Singleton has an estimated 17,515 residents, up from 17,018 at the 2021 Census — a change of 497 people, or 2.9%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. 135 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 138 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 by AreaSearch, the population of Singleton stands at approximately 17,515 in May 2026. Since the 2021 Census, which documented 17,018 residents, this represents an addition of 497 individuals (2.9%). This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 17,396 alongside 135 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density is 137 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment with capacity for future growth. The post-census expansion rate of 2.9% is within 2.0 percentage points of the Rest of NSW (4.9%), indicating competitive demographic drivers.
This population growth was largely propelled by overseas migration, which made up about 52.2% of the overall population gains in recent times. For each SA2 locality, AreaSearch uses projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. In cases where SA2 areas lack this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are substituted. Age group growth rates derived from these sources are also applied across all localities for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, population growth is projected to be slightly below the median of national non-metropolitan regions, with the locality expected to add 1,511 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a cumulative increase of 8.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
163 new dwellings have been approved in Singleton over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That is 1.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 27 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 85% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 84, 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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Approvals for residential properties in Singleton average about 32 annually, with 163 dwellings approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 77 approved so far in FY-26. Over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), there have been an average of 2.6 new residents per approved dwelling, indicating steady demand that underpins property values. The average expected construction cost for new homes is $399,000, which is slightly higher than the regional average and points to a focus on higher quality builds. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $11.5 million have been recorded during the current financial year, showing moderate commercial construction activity.
In comparison to the Rest of NSW, building activity in Singleton is significantly subdued, running 82.0% below the regional average per capita. This limited supply of new construction generally supports demand and values for existing residential properties. This rate is also below the national average, reflecting a mature market and highlighting potential planning or geographical constraints. The composition of new projects is 85.0% detached houses and 15.0% medium and high-density options, preserving the low-density profile of the area and its appeal to families seeking spacious homes. The ratio of 1003 people in the area for every single dwelling approval underscores the quiet and low-activity nature of the local development sector. Based on the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch, population projections indicate that Singleton will add 1,392 residents by 2041. If the current rate of construction persists, the supply of new housing may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support 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 17 current infrastructure and development projects inside Singleton, worth an estimated $3.24 billion. A further 114 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $34.8 billion. 52 are already under construction and 60 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, energy and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Developments in local infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects expected to influence the local area. Key projects include the Bridgman Ridge Estate, the New England Highway - Singleton Bypass, the Hunter Gas Pipeline, and the Singleton Centre Redevelopment, with details on the most relevant projects provided below.
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New England Highway - Singleton Bypass
The Singleton Bypass is an 8 km realignment of the New England Highway around Singleton, running from near Newington Lane in the south to just past Magpie Street in the north, with a full interchange at Putty Road and connections at the southern and northern ends. The project includes six bridges, including a 1.6 km bridge across the Hunter River floodplain, and is intended to remove up to 15000 vehicles a day from Singleton's main street, improve travel times, freight efficiency and road safety.In April 2026 traffic was switched onto the first newly built section at the Southern Connection, with all six bridges nearing completion and pavement, interchange and final works continuing. The bypass remains on track to open to traffic in late 2026, weather permitting.
Hunter Gas Pipeline
The Hunter Gas Pipeline is a high-pressure underground natural gas transmission pipeline linking Wallumbilla in Queensland with Newcastle in New South Wales. Santos has commenced staged works under existing approvals and is progressing detailed route refinement, landholder consultation and survey activities ahead of broader pipeline construction. The approved alignment remains within a 200 metre corridor while final easement locations are being confirmed.
Alroy Oval Sports Precinct Redevelopment
Major redevelopment of Alroy Oval delivering around 95% of the adopted masterplan. The project includes three full-sized irrigated and floodlit football fields, a new accessible gender-neutral amenities building, upgraded lighting, footpaths, drainage, landscaping and expanded parking. Building works have been completed, with the playing surface undergoing an establishment period before public reopening.
Bridgman Ridge Estate
A major residential land development offering approximately 650 residential lots across 30 stages on 250 hectares. The masterplanned community features panoramic valley views, extensive open spaces, parklands, walking paths, cycle ways, NBN fibre optic cabling to all homes, and a proposed Neighbourhood Commercial Centre at the corner of Pioneer Road and Bridgman Road.
McDougall Business Park
A 65-hectare industrial estate at McDougalls Hill on the northern edge of Singleton, developed by Hunter Land in joint venture with the Bloomfield Group. The estate was approved as a 128-lot industrial subdivision and has direct access and highway exposure to the New England Highway (A15), roughly 70km from Newcastle and 200km from Sydney. Established occupiers include Bunnings, Singleton Toyota, CBC Bearings, Kennards Hire, TNT, Ausgrid and Hunter Valley Buses, with the estate targeting mining support, engineering, transport, agriculture and tertiary service businesses.Lots are offered for sale or lease, ranging from about 2,200sqm to 45,000sqm, and are fully serviced with power, sewer, town water, telecommunications and NBN. The estate is around 60 per cent built out. Stages 4 and 5 were released in January 2024, however both remaining stages were paused in December 2024 after the Australian Conservation Foundation alleged that approximately nine hectares of critically endangered Central Hunter Valley eucalypt forest and woodland had been cleared under Stage 4 without approval under the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. A further 28.6 hectares had been earmarked for clearing under Stage 5. The Commonwealth department and Singleton Council both commenced enquiries and, as at the most recent public reporting, the two final stages remain paused with only erosion control and civil finishing works proceeding on Stage 4. The estate is expected to benefit from the $700 million New England Highway Singleton bypass, which passes to the south of the site.
Singleton Centre
The transformation of the former Singleton Town Square into the region's largest healthcare-led retail and service precinct. The 5,499 sqm facility is 96 percent occupied and serves as a key medical hub for the Upper Hunter. Key tenants include Alto Imaging (featuring the region's only publicly accessible MRI), Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation GP services, Australian Clinical Labs pathology, and Happy Health occupational services. The centre also features a 1,750 sqm World Gym, Wattaka Cafe, and 144 undercover basement car spaces.
Singleton Town Centre Master Plan
A master plan adopted by Singleton Council to guide the revitalisation and public domain improvements of the Singleton town centre. The plan aims to enhance amenity, sustainability, and attractiveness to support visitation and liveability. It includes upgrades to streets, footpaths, lighting, and public spaces.
The Fairways
A boutique 35-hectare masterplanned residential community developed by McCloy Group on the former Singleton Golf Club site off Maison Dieu Road. The estate offers 214 residential, rural residential and medium density homesites ranging from approximately 550 to over 7000 square metres, with parklands, a playground and picnic areas. Construction has commenced with roads, earthworks and a statement entry feature underway, and land is currently selling in the Stage 3 Redgum Release.
8,861 residents of Singleton are employed, from a labour force of 9,167. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 66.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce displays a balanced mix of white and blue collar jobs, with a notable presence of manufacturing and industrial activities. The unemployment rate is low at 3.3%, and job growth is estimated at 2.0% over the past year. In March 2026, the employed population stood at 8,861 residents. The unemployment rate is 0.8% lower than the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is high at 66.3% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Data from the Census indicates that a minor share of 12.2% of residents worked from home, although this may be influenced by pandemic lockdown restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are mining, health care & social assistance, and public administration & safety. The area exhibits a major specialization in mining, which accounts for a share of employment that is 9.3 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is under-represented, employing only 9.5% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% across Regional NSW. Comparison of the Census working population against the local resident population suggests a significant proportion of residents travel outside the area for employment, despite the presence of local jobs. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that during the year leading to March 2026, local employment grew by 2.0% and the labor force expanded by 1.4%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.6 percentage points. Over the same period, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in employment, a 0.4% reduction in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for local demand trends. These five and ten-year forecasts have been weighted against the local industry profile to estimate future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment structure suggests employment in Singleton could grow by 5.1% over five years and 11.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Singleton is $1,935 a week (about $101,000 a year), with median personal income at $823 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,673 a year against an average of $78,852. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the Singleton SA2 are very high compared to national standards, with a median of $58,673 and an average of $78,852. This is higher than the Regional NSW median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $64,728 for the median and $86,990 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Singleton sit around the 57th percentile nationally.
Income distribution figures show that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 32.5% of the population (5,692 individuals), which aligns with the broader regional pattern where 29.9% of the population falls into this bracket. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs constitutes 86.4% of total income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Singleton had 6,020 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 4% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $330 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,760 a month. Rent absorbs 17.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The dwelling profile in Singleton at the time of the last Census consisted of 84.6% separate houses and 15.4% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels in Singleton were lower than the Regional NSW average, standing at 29.7%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (40.8%) or rented (29.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,760 was higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was equal to the Regional NSW average at $330.
When compared nationally, monthly mortgage payments in Singleton are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Singleton counted 6,020 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 25% 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 constitute the majority of homes at 72.2%, which is made up of couples with children at 32.9%, couples without children at 26.0%, and single parent families at 12.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 27.8% of households, consisting of lone person households at 25.3% and group households at 2.5%. The median household size is 2.6 residents, which exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.1% of adults in Singleton hold a university qualification, including 9.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.2% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 81% of areas nationally. A further 36.1% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 3,533 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 945 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 presents educational challenges, with the proportion of residents holding a university qualification (13.1%) falling well below the NSW state average of 32.2%. This gap highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Among tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 44.6% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.5% and certificates at 36.1%. Enrollment rates in formal education are high, with 29.9% of the population participating in study.
Of this group, 11.7% are in primary school, 8.1% are in secondary school, and 2.7% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Singleton reaches 230 stops on 80 routes, timetabled for about 1,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 public transport options reveals 230 active stops in Singleton, including a combination of bus and train services. These stops are served by 80 separate routes, which provide 1,525 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with the average distance to a stop being 176 meters. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the locality. Cars are the primary method of travel at 90%, followed by walking at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per household. A low proportion of 12.2% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic conditions.
The average frequency of public transport is 217 daily trips across all routes, which averages out to 6 weekly trips per stop. The corresponding map highlights the 100 closest stops to the center of the locality.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
67.2% of residents in Singleton report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 89% of areas nationally. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.6 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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An evaluation of health statistics by AreaSearch, focusing on mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, reveals significant health challenges in Singleton. The level of private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 58% of the population (~10,228 people) covered, compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW. The most prevalent health conditions recorded locally are mental health issues and arthritis, which affect 9.3% and 9.0% of the population respectively. Meanwhile, 67.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
The occurrence of chronic health issues among residents of working age is higher than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.7% of the population (2,574 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health outcomes for seniors show some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally mirroring those of the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Singleton is largely Australian-born, at 90.3% of residents, with 4.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.3%) and English (30.7%). 6.1% 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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Cultural diversity metrics in Singleton are lower than the average, with citizens making up 90.2% of the population, 90.3% born in Australia, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, which is practiced by 59.0% of the population, compared to 55.9% in Regional NSW. In terms of parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are Australian (33.3%), English (30.7%), and Irish (7.7%). There are also notable differences in the representation of certain other background groups, with Australian Aboriginal residents making up 6.1% of the population (compared to 4.6% regionally), New Zealanders at 0.8% (compared to 0.4%), and Maori residents at 0.6% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Singleton is 34, younger than 84% of areas nationally. 29.2% 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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The median age of residents in Singleton is 34, which is significantly lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. Compared to the wider region, the 25 - 34 age group is over-represented at 15.6%, while the 65 - 74 age group is under-represented at 8.4%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has increased from 12.1% to 13.5%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 12.7% to 11.7%. Future demographic modeling suggests the local age structure will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 cohort projected to increase by 594 people (22%) from 2,727 to 3,322, while the 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 age groups are expected to decline in number.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Singleton
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 17 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) | 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 — 135 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (17,018 at the 2021 Census → 17,515 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 (106011112). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.