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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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The median house price in Singleton Surrounds is $1.07m, with units at $1.73m. House values have moved 4.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Singleton Surrounds has an estimated 5,542 residents, up from 5,332 at the 2021 Census — a change of 210 people, or 3.9%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 126 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch indicate that Singleton Surrounds has a population of approximately 5,542 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census tally of 5,332 people, this represents an addition of 210 people (3.9%). This figure is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 5,523 as of June 2025 alongside 126 validated new addresses identified following the Census. With a density of 1.4 persons per square kilometer, local residents enjoy considerable space. The local expansion rate of 3.9% since the census trails the Rest of NSW (5.1%) by only 1.2 percentage points, highlighting solid demographic momentum.
Natural increase served as the primary growth engine by generating roughly 58.7% of recent population additions, complemented by positive contributions from both overseas migration and interstate migration. Projections generated by the ABS/Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline, are incorporated by AreaSearch for individual SA2 localities. Where such figures are unavailable, SA2 projections released by the NSW State Government in 2022 based on 2021 are referenced. Age cohort growth rates from these datasets are likewise utilized across all districts between 2032 and 2041. Looking ahead, population growth is expected to exceed the median for Australian non-metropolitan areas, with local gains projected at 843 persons by 2041 according to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing an overall increase of 14.9% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
78 new dwellings have been approved in Singleton Surrounds over the past five years, an average of 15 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential construction permits in Singleton Surrounds have averaged approximately 15 new dwelling approvals annually, accumulating to 78 homes across the preceding 5 financial years. Between FY-22 and FY-26, an average of 2.9 people moved into the area per newly constructed residence over the last 5 financial years, signaling robust housing demand favorable for real estate stability. New residences carry an average building value of $507,000, which sits higher than regional norms and underscores a trend toward quality construction. Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $33.6 million during this financial year, demonstrating considerable enterprise expenditure.
Residential building activity in Singleton Surrounds lags behind the wider Rest of NSW substantially, trailing the per-capita regional benchmark by 71.0%. Such limited supply of new dwellings generally exerts upward pressure on existing home values. Construction levels are likewise subdued on a national scale, reflecting local market maturation alongside prospective zoning restrictions. In addition, recent construction permits have consisted entirely of standalone detached houses, preserving the neighborhood's low-density profile and offering expansive accommodations for families. An estimated ratio of 344 people per approved dwelling underscores the tranquil, restrained pace of local development. According to the latest quarterly demographic modeling from AreaSearch, Singleton Surrounds is forecast to add 824 residents by 2041. While ongoing residential building is aligning with these demographic projections, prospective purchasers could encounter increased competition as the local community expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Singleton Surrounds, worth an estimated $4.91 billion. A further 139 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $31.5 billion. 60 are already under construction and 83 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local economic momentum and regional performance are closely linked to capital works, planning frameworks, and major development activity. In total, AreaSearch has recognized 122 projects anticipated to influence the district. Prominent undertakings include the New England Highway - Singleton Bypass, Bridgman Ridge Estate - Hunterview, Langham Estate - Hunterview, and the Singleton Housing Acceleration Plan, with key initiatives outlined in the subsequent schedule.
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Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone
The Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) is a major transmission and network upgrade project modernising approximately 85km of existing 132kV sub-transmission lines between Kurri Kurri and Muswellbrook. Appointed network operator Ausgrid is delivering the infrastructure, including new substations at Sandy Creek and Antiene, to unlock an additional 1GW of network transfer capacity and facilitate 1.8GW of new clean energy generation and storage by 2028.
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 - Hunterview
Bridgman Ridge Estate is a long term residential land development in Hunterview, Singleton North, delivering about 650 house and land lots over 30 stages on a large greenfield site. The masterplanned community provides large flat blocks, tree lined streets, generous open space, parklands, walking and cycle paths, NBN fibre to each home and easy access to Singleton CBD. A neighbourhood commercial centre is proposed at the corner of Pioneer Road and Bridgman Road, and multiple stages (including stages 6, 7 and 8) have been completed or are selling while further stages are progressively released.
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.
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.
Singleton Housing Acceleration Plan
NSW Government initiative under the Regional Housing Strategic Planning Fund providing $120,671 to Singleton Council for a planning control review to accelerate and unlock 2,113 new homes across the Singleton local government area. The project, confirmed in progress under Round 3 of the fund, aims to boost housing supply through strategic planning updates, local environmental plan amendments, and development-ready land delivery. The 20-year Singleton Local Housing Strategy 2041 provides the overarching framework for housing diversity, affordability and growth across the region.
2,865 residents of Singleton Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 2,931. Unemployment sits at 2.3%, with participation at 64.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 4.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,313, about 150% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor market in Singleton Surrounds maintains an even distribution between professional and vocational roles, underpinned by substantial activity in manufacturing and industrial operations, an unemployment rate of merely 2.3%, and annual workforce expansion estimated at 1.2%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 2,865, while the jobless rate sits 1.9% under the 4.1% recorded for Regional NSW. Labor force participation remains standard at 64.8%, outpacing the 60.6% seen in Regional NSW. Census figures indicate that 20.1% of workers conducted their duties from home, although this was subject to prevailing Covid-19 restrictions.
Major sectors employing local residents include mining, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and construction. Mining represents a particularly dominant industry locally, engaging workers at 9.2 times the rate observed across the wider region. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for a smaller share of employment at 7.3%, compared to 16.9% regionally. With the Census registering 1.5 workers for each resident, the district operates as a prominent employment destination that draws in labor from surrounding localities. AreaSearch evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, the area recorded a 1.2% rise in employment alongside a 1.4% expansion in the labor pool, resulting in a 0.2 percentage points uptick in the unemployment rate. Conversely, Regional NSW saw employment contract by 0.9% and the labor force shrink by 0.4%, accompanied by a 0.5 percentage point increase in joblessness. Nationwide employment models issued by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future workforce requirements in Singleton Surrounds. Projected across five-year and ten-year timeframes, these benchmarks are mapped to the local industry composition to assess forward growth. Although nationwide employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary across distinct industries. Applying these sectoral trajectories to the local employment distribution suggests job growth in Singleton Surrounds of 4.8% over five years and 11.1% over ten years (note that this represents an illustrative weighted projection without incorporating localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Singleton Surrounds is $2,034 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $778 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,255 a year against an average of $78,764. 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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ATO tax statistics compiled at the postcode level by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that earnings within the Singleton Surrounds SA2 rank among the highest nationally, featuring a median income of $59,255 and an average income of $78,764. These metrics exceed the figures recorded across Regional NSW, where the median is $52,390 and the average is $65,215. Incorporating Wage Price Index gains of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated figures as of March 2026 are estimated at roughly $65,370 for median income and $86,892 for average income. Data from the 2021 Census places household income at the 67th percentile ($2,034 weekly), with personal earnings at the 44th percentile.
Earnings between $1,500 - 2,999 encompass 29.6% of residents (1,640 individuals), aligning closely with the regional proportion of 29.9%. Furthermore, 30.4% of households generate weekly income above $3,000, providing solid support for retail spending. Residents retain 86.8% of their earnings once housing expenses are met, underscoring healthy disposable income, while the district's SEIFA ranking sits within the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Singleton Surrounds had 1,733 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 17.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records show that residential properties in Singleton Surrounds consist of 98.9% separate houses and 1.1% other dwellings (including semi-detached units, apartments, and alternative structures), in contrast to Regional NSW where houses comprise 82.6% and other dwellings represent 17.4%. Outright property ownership stands at 41.0%, matching regional levels, while 40.5% of homes are held with a mortgage and 18.5% are rented. The median monthly mortgage cost of $2,167 substantially exceeds the Regional NSW mark of $1,733, while weekly rent averages $360 compared to $330 regionally. On a national level, mortgage obligations in Singleton Surrounds surpass the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental payments sit below the nationwide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Singleton Surrounds counted 1,733 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 78% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 18% 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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Families constitute the vast majority of local domestic arrangements at 80.7%, made up of couples with children at 39.6%, couples without children at 32.0%, and single-parent households at 8.2%. Non-family living situations represent 19.3% of the total, comprising single-person households at 17.5% and group arrangements at 1.8%. The median household occupies 2.8 people, exceeding the Regional NSW baseline of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.7% of adults in Singleton Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 10.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 87% of areas nationally. A further 38.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 115 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 861 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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Higher educational attainment in the region is comparatively subdued, with tertiary degree holders accounting for 13.7% of the population versus the NSW benchmark of 32.2%, highlighting an area for educational development. Within this cohort, bachelor degrees comprise 10.6%, postgraduate qualifications make up 1.8%, and graduate diplomas account for 1.3%. Technical and vocational training is widely prevalent, with 47.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (38.0%). Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the district, with 30.6% of the population actively enrolled in an educational institution.
This proportion includes 12.4% attending primary school, 9.2% in secondary education, and 2.4% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Singleton Surrounds reaches 194 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 230 services a week. The typical home sits about 580 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.2 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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The public transit network within Singleton Surrounds includes 194 operational passenger stops providing bus connections. A network of 32 distinct routes operates across these stops, generating 230 passenger services each week. Transit proximity is moderate, with residents residing an average distance of 580 meters from their closest boarding point. Because the district functions predominantly as a residential community, private vehicles serve as the main commuting method, accounting for 94% of travel. Motor vehicle access is above the regional norm, averaging 2.2 vehicles per residence. Additionally, 20.1% of workers performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era workplace conditions.
Transit schedules provide an average of 32 trips daily across the entire route network, representing approximately 1 weekly trips per individual transit stop. The accompanying mapping highlights the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.1% of residents in Singleton Surrounds report no long-term health condition. 4.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Overall well-being among residents in Singleton Surrounds aligns favorably with national indicators, as AreaSearch records mortality rates and medical diagnoses consistent with countrywide averages. Incidences of prevalent medical conditions remain subdued across both youth and senior demographics, while private health insurance adoption is elevated, covering approximately 58% of the populace (~3,236 people) compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW. Arthritis and asthma constitute the most frequently diagnosed long-term conditions locally, affecting 9.5 and 8.5% of residents respectively, though 68.1% reported no chronic medical issues, outperforming the Regional NSW rate of 63.3%.
An elevated occurrence of chronic conditions is observed among working-age individuals. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 20.1% of the community (1,116 people), sitting under the 23.3% regional benchmark. Health measures within this older cohort remain favorable, generally mirroring wider national standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Singleton Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 92.8% of residents, with 1.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (36.5%) and English (30.9%). 5.7% 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 homogeneity is pronounced across Singleton Surrounds, where 89.7% of inhabitants hold Australian citizenship, 92.8% were born in Australia, and 98.1% speak exclusively English at home. Christianity stands as the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 64.2% of the local population compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at parental heritage, the most prevalent ancestries in Singleton Surrounds are Australian at 36.5% (substantially higher than the regional average of 30.0%), English at 30.9%, and Scottish at 7.4%. Several other cultural backgrounds also show notable variations relative to regional figures, including Australian Aboriginal representation at 5.7% (compared to 4.6% regionally), South Australian at 0.5% (versus 0.2%), and Maltese at 0.5% (versus 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Singleton Surrounds is 42. 20.2% 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 age distribution in Singleton Surrounds aligns closely with wider trends across Regional NSW, with the largest divergence standing at 4.6 percentage points. The median age is estimated at 42, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 1 year below the Regional NSW median of 43 from that same Census. The proportion of residents aged 65 and over has increased from 15.7% at the Census to an estimated 20.1%. Looking ahead to 2041, the senior cohort is forecast to experience the largest numerical increase, adding 336 residents (30%) to reach 1,453.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Singleton Surrounds
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 last 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 last 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 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 last month all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 126 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,332 at the 2021 Census → 5,542 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 Aug 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 (106011113). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.