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The median house price in South West Rocks is $800k, with units at $640k. House values have moved 5.9% a year compounded over five years.
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South West Rocks has an estimated 6,052 residents, up from 5,628 at the 2021 Census — a change of 424 people, or 7.5%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years. 378 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 82.6% of that increase. That puts 132 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count in South West Rocks stands at approximately 6,052 as of Aug 2026. This represents a gain of 424 people (7.5%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 5,628 people. Such movement is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 6,021 alongside 378 validated new addresses recorded following the Census date. Overall density reaches 131 persons per square kilometer, ensuring considerable personal space as well as capacity for future expansion. Outpacing both the broader SA3 area (4.5%) and Rest of NSW, South West Rocks's 7.5% growth rate establishes it as an area frontrunner.
The primary catalyst for local demographic expansion has been interstate arrivals, which generated roughly 82.6% of recent net gains. SA2 projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (anchored to 2022) serve as the foundation for AreaSearch's modeling, while locations lacking this coverage rely on NSW State Government SA2 forecasts released in 2022 using 2021 as a base. Age-cohort growth trajectories derived from these datasets are further utilized across all regions for the 2032 to 2041 timeframe. Anticipated demographic patterns suggest local growth will outpace median rates observed in regional non-metropolitan Australia, expanding by 1,151 persons through to 2041 under latest annual ERP metrics, marking an aggregate rise of 18.5% across the 16-year window.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
495 new dwellings have been approved in South West Rocks over the past five years, an average of 99 a year. That places the area in the 74th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 16 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 99 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 80% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. 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 building approvals across South West Rocks have averaged roughly 99 per annum, totaling 495 authorized dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). With only 1 new residents per year per dwelling added across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local construction is matching or exceeding incoming demand, granting substantial choice to prospective purchasers and creating room for population upticks beyond present forecasts. Furthermore, newly approved residences carry an average estimated construction value of $346,000—under regional averages—pointing toward relatively attainable building price points.
Concurrently, non-residential building activity saw $3.8 million in commercial development approvals during this financial year, underlining the overwhelmingly domestic focus of the locality. Per capita residential construction in South West Rocks exceeds the level observed across Rest of NSW by 210.0%, expanding opportunities for home seekers despite some recent pacing moderation. This building volume stands substantially ahead of national standards, underscoring pronounced developer appetite. Approvals remain heavily structured toward traditional formats, with 80.0% detached houses and 20.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the neighborhood's open suburban character and catering to family households prioritizing generous layouts. There are roughly 99 people per dwelling approval across the catchment, signaling an active expansion trajectory. Looking toward long-term horizons, South West Rocks is projected to welcome 1,120 residents through to 2041 according to the most recent quarterly calculation from AreaSearch. If prevailing construction paces persist, incoming residential supply will comfortably satisfy future occupancy needs, sustaining favorable conditions for buyers and enabling the area to absorb growth beyond standard demographic expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around South West Rocks
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside South West Rocks, worth an estimated $40 million. A further 78 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.77 billion. 31 are already under construction and 31 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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Major infrastructure works, planned developments, and community projects play a decisive role in shaping local growth and economic performance. AreaSearch has highlighted a total of 11 projects positioned to influence the district, including principal undertakings such as Broadlands South West Rocks, Maxus Gardens Estate, Seascape Grove Estate, and Seabreeze Estate.
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Broadlands South West Rocks
Broadlands South West Rocks is an over-50s land lease lifestyle community spanning 4 hectares in the coastal town of South West Rocks on the NSW Mid-North Coast. The State Significant Development comprises 101 residential dwellings supported by two community facilities including a wellness centre, clubhouse, pickleball court, and landscaped outdoor recreation spaces. Designed by King and Campbell Architects, the project is owned and operated by Broadlands and managed via Corio Developments, targeting affordable lifestyle-focused living for active retirees.The development was determined by the NSW Housing Delivery Authority and pre-construction compliance works are underway.
Maxus Gardens Estate
Boutique coastal land subdivision covering approximately 3.98 hectares on the high side of Gregory Street in South West Rocks, delivering 44 residential lots ranging from around 505 sqm to 1,815 sqm. The estate has an approved development consent and is subject to a planning agreement (VPA) with Kempsey Shire Council. Civil works have previously been carried out on site to activate the consent, and titled lots have progressively released to the market since 2021. The estate sits close to South West Rocks Public School and the town's beaches, golf course and shopping precinct.
Ridge Views Estate (Settlers Ridge Estate)
A comprehensive residential land estate development offering fully serviced lots for new home construction, officially known as both Ridge Views Estate and Settlers Ridge Estate. The project includes multiple stages with Stage 2 currently selling and works on final stages commenced in 2023. Features 34 lots ranging from 481sqm to 1,144sqm with generous frontages, varied sizes, and selected duplex/dual occupancy options. Located 5 minutes to city centre, 3km to beach, and 650m to shopping centre.The development was originally assessed as a Major Project by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment between 2010 and 2019, involving the clearing of 12.35ha overall with plans for a 138 lot development across multiple phases. Developed by a consortium, it provides a rare opportunity to join a vibrant coastal community perfect for investors, home buyers, and those building their dream homes.
Seascape Grove Estate
A residential land subdivision being released in stages. Stage 4 is the current release, with lots available for sale.
Trial Bay Gaol Campground Infrastructure Upgrades
Infrastructure improvements within the Trial Bay Gaol campground. Sections of the campground, particularly the Bayview campsites, will be closed during the upgrade period.
Seabreeze Estate
A masterplanned land estate adjacent to the coast, offering level lots for new home construction with design guidelines to ensure a high standard of living.
Back Creek Foreshore Upgrades
Improvements to the Back Creek foreshore area, including a new footbridge, enhanced public amenities with improved accessibility, additional picnic tables and seating, and car park asphalting to improve the recreational space for the community.
Horseshoe Bay Reserve Revitalisation
Upgrades to the Horseshoe Bay Reserve including a new footpath linking the headland to the surf club, and improvements to car parking and picnic facilities to enhance community access and amenity.
2,171 residents of South West Rocks are employed, from a labour force of 2,266. Unemployment sits at 4.2%, with participation at 43.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% 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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South West Rocks maintains an occupational profile distributed across both professional and vocational roles, supported by a healthy representation in community services and an unemployment rate of 4.2%. Current figures from March 2026 show 2,171 employed individuals residing in the locality, with joblessness closely tracking the 4.1% recorded in Regional NSW; nevertheless, overall labor force participation remains comparatively subdued at 43.3% versus 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census figures also show that 13.6% of workers carried out their duties from home, though pandemic-related movement restrictions at the time should be factored into that measurement.
The primary employment sectors absorbing local workers are health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, along with retail trade. Concentration in accommodation & food is particularly pronounced, registering 1.7 times the regional proportion. Conversely, primary production accounts for a smaller footprint, with agriculture, forestry & fishing engaging only 2.9% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. A comparison between Census resident workers and locally sited jobs indicates a restricted volume of internal employment opportunities within the boundary. An examination of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months to March 2026, the local labor pool shrank by 3.4% as aggregate employment retreated by 3.7%, driving a 0.3 percentage points rise in the unemployment rate. This varied from wider Regional NSW trends, which saw jobs decline by 0.9%, the labor force drop by 0.4%, and unemployment increase by 0.5 percentage points. Looking at broader structural trajectories, Jobs and Skills Australia projections from Mar-26 provide forward expectations across five- and ten-year horizons against the current industry composition. Nationally, total employment is projected to expand by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely across separate industries. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against South West Rocks's specific job base suggests local employment may grow by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (noting this calculation represents an unadjusted illustrative weighting that omits local demographic shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in South West Rocks is $997 a week (about $52,000 a year), with median personal income at $537 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,275 a year against an average of $53,549. 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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Aggregated ATO figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place the median taxpayer income in the South West Rocks SA2 at $43,275, alongside an average of $53,549. These figures sit below nationwide metrics and lag behind Regional NSW benchmarks, where median earnings reach $52,390 and averages sit at $65,215. Factoring in cumulative Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023 brings modeled estimates to roughly $47,741 (median) and $59,075 (average) as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household levels, Census earnings in South West Rocks position the community between the 3rd and 5th percentiles across Australia.
The $400 - 799 weekly income bracket covers 30.8% of local residents (1,864 individuals), diverging from the surrounding region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 29.9%. Budget pressures on living costs are intense, leaving only 84.9% of income remaining, placing the area at the 5th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South West Rocks had 2,421 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 11% apartments. 21% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 56% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $330 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 33.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 35.1%. 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 indicate that freestanding homes accounted for 83.1% of the housing stock in South West Rocks, with 16.9% consisting of semi-detached dwellings, apartments, or other residential formats, closely mirroring the Regional NSW balance of 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% alternate configurations. Outright home ownership is notably elevated locally at 55.5%, whereas 20.9% of homes carry a mortgage and 23.6% are occupied by tenants. Median monthly mortgage commitments averaged $1,517 locally compared to $1,733 regionally, while median weekly rent stood at $330 in South West Rocks, matching the Regional NSW figure of $330.
Relative to nationwide benchmarks, local mortgage obligations sit substantially below the Australian figure of $1,863, with weekly rent also tracking well beneath the national metric of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South West Rocks counted 2,421 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,603 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 16% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 41% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Couples and families constitute 67.1% of all households, consisting of couples without children (40.5%), couples with children (16.3%), and single parent families (9.3%). Non-family living arrangements account for the other 32.9%, led by lone person households at 30.1% alongside group households at 2.9%. The median household size of 2.1 people remains lower than the typical Regional NSW metric of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.4% of adults in South West Rocks hold a university qualification, including 11.2% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 80% of areas nationally. A further 32.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 329 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 962 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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Educational attainment among local residents shows an under-representation of higher education credentials, with 15.4% holding university degrees compared against the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. Bachelor level awards account for 11.2% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.3% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Conversely, vocational and technical credentials are widespread, held by 43.0% of individuals aged 15+, comprising certificates (32.4%) alongside advanced diplomas (10.6%). A total of 20.3% of local community members are enrolled in formal learning. Within this student population, 7.9% are attending primary schools, 5.5% are engaged in secondary studies, and 2.0% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
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Public transport in South West Rocks reaches 34 stops on 14 routes, timetabled for about 270 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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South West Rocks contains 34 active transport stops operating within its network, consisting of bus infrastructure. A total of 14 individual routes utilize these locations, combining to deliver 270 weekly passenger trips. Overall public transit proximity is high, with local homes positioned an average of 186 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential hub, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicles accounting for 91% of trips and 6% walking. Average vehicle ownership sits at 1.2 per dwelling, trailing the regional standard, while 13.6% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census period, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 settings.
Across all servicing routes, average frequency reaches 38 trips per day, translating to roughly 7 weekly trips per individual stop.
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55.8% of residents in South West Rocks report no long-term health condition. 9.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic health patterns indicate notable health demands across both younger and older resident groups in South West Rocks, compounded by low private health insurance coverage of approximately 47% of the total population (~2,820 people). By comparison, coverage stands at 51.9% throughout Regional NSW and reaches 55.7% across the country. Arthritis and mental health concerns represent the most widespread medical issues diagnosed locally, affecting 14.8 and 8.8% of community members, respectively, while 55.8% report no long-term illnesses, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Chronic conditions are elevated within the working-age population.
Furthermore, 40.7% of residents are aged 65 and over (2,460 people), well above the 23.3% recorded for Regional NSW, with senior health indicators showing challenges that align with broader national rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
South West Rocks is largely Australian-born, at 89.5% of residents, with 2.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.8%) and Australian (30.4%). 4.5% 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 within South West Rocks is lower than broad averages, with Australian-born individuals making up 89.5% of the community, 91.6% holding citizenship, and 97.1% speaking only English within their homes. Christianity forms the dominant faith tradition at 56.3% of the local population, comparable to the 55.9% share recorded across Regional NSW. Looking at parental heritage, English ancestry leads locally at 34.8%, followed by Australian ancestry at 30.4% and Irish roots at 10.1%. Several specific ancestral groups show distinct local concentrations: Australian Aboriginal backgrounds account for 4.5% of South West Rocks (compared to 4.6% across the wider region), Scottish ancestry represents 8.0% (against 8.0% regionally), and German heritage comprises 3.3% (vs 3.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of South West Rocks is 58, older than 98% of areas nationally. 13.6% 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 local population distribution is heavily skewed toward older demographics. AreaSearch's August 2026 data shows 40.7% of residents in the senior age bracket (65+), contrasting with 23.3% in Regional NSW, while youth and young adults (0 - 24) represent 20.6% locally against 29.3% across the region. The median age remains steady at an estimated 58 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census figure, and sits 15 years higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 at that Census, as well as exceeding the national median of 38 from the same Census.
Since that count, mature adults and early retirees (45 - 64) declined from 26.5% to an estimated 23.4%. Over the period to 2041, senior cohorts will drive the largest absolute population increase, rising by 453 (18%) to 2,914, while the fastest relative increase is forecast for adults aged 25 - 44, climbing 26% to 1,169.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South West Rocks
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 9 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 378 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,628 at the 2021 Census → 6,052 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 (108021160). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.