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The median house price in St Clair is $1.21m, with units at $1.07m. House values have moved 7.3% a year compounded over five years.
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St Clair has an estimated 20,556 residents, up from 19,942 at the 2021 Census — a change of 614 people, or 3.1%. That puts 2,855 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 St Clair is approximately 20,556 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 614 individuals (3.1%) relative to the 19,942 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 20,529 alongside 32 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,855 persons per square kilometer, which ranks in the top quartile of all nationwide communities evaluated by AreaSearch. The 3.1% post-census growth rate of St Clair is within 2.3 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (5.4%), indicating strong relative growth trends.
Natural increase was the primary contributor to this growth, accounting for roughly 55.7% of the total population rise in recent times. For each SA2 locality, AreaSearch applies the 2024 projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as the base year. In instances where SA2 areas are excluded from this dataset, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are substituted. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are extended to all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, these projections suggest a contraction in the overall population, with a forecasted decrease of 157 residents by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is anticipated within particular age brackets, most notably the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to grow by 618 individuals. Details regarding these brackets are available in the age section.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
234 new dwellings have been approved in St Clair over the past five years, an average of 46 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 79% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 77, 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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St Clair averages approximately 46 new residential approvals annually, totaling 234 approvals during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 71 registered so far in FY-26. The ratio of new residents to completed dwellings stood at 1.1 people per year over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating balanced supply and demand conditions and a steady market, though this metric rose to 3.6 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to higher demand and a shrinking inventory. The average construction value for development projects is $207,000, which is below regional benchmarks and suggests more affordable purchasing opportunities.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $2.3 million this financial year, reflecting a low volume of commercial development. St Clair registers significantly subdued building volume when compared to Greater Sydney, coming in at 51.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited addition of new housing stock generally bolsters demand and valuations for established homes. The volume also falls short of the national average, highlighting the mature state of the local market and potential planning barriers. Newly approved projects consist of 79.0% detached houses and 21.0% medium and high-density structures, maintaining a suburban profile dominated by houses that appeal to buyers wanting space. This is a clear departure from the current housing inventory, which is 98.0% houses, showing a reduction in available land for development and pointing to changing buyer preferences for diverse, cost-effective options. With a ratio of roughly 481 people per dwelling approval, St Clair indicates a mature property market. Given that demographic forecasts indicate either stable or shrinking population numbers, housing demand pressures in St Clair are expected to ease, which should prove advantageous for prospective buyers.
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 St Clair, worth an estimated $2.8 billion. A further 99 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $94 billion. 30 are already under construction and 48 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, communities, precincts & urban renewal and residential development. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and planning schemes are critical drivers of local market trends. AreaSearch has identified a total of 8 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key projects include the Erskine Park Employment Area (EPEA) Expansion, the M12 Motorway, the Western Sydney Aerotropolis Infrastructure and Development, and Stage 1 of the Mamre Road Upgrade - M4 to Erskine Park Road, with the most relevant listed below.
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Erskine Park Employment Area Expansion
Major Western Sydney industrial and logistics employment area within the Erskine Park / Western Sydney Employment Area precinct. The precinct includes Goodman assets such as Erskine Park Industrial Estate, Westpark Industrial Estate and Interlink Distribution Centre, with modern warehouse, office, distribution and light industrial space close to the M4 and M7 motorways. Most land is established or committed, while remaining activity is focused on leasing, fitout, subdivision and new warehouse facilities, including recent state significant development activity at Interlink Distribution Centre.
Mamre Road Upgrade - M4 Motorway to Erskine Park Road (Stage 1)
Stage 1 of the Mamre Road upgrade widens about 3.8 km of Mamre Road between the M4 Motorway at St Clair and Erskine Park Road at Erskine Park to a four-lane divided road with a wide central median, allowing future expansion to six lanes if demand requires. The scope covers upgrades to six intersections (including Banks Drive, Solander Drive, Luddenham Road and Erskine Park Road), two large structural culverts and extensive drainage works to better withstand flooding, a new shared path along the eastern side of the corridor, reinstated bus stops near Banks Drive, permanent noise walls at St Clair, major utility relocations and improved access for Mamre House and the Erskine Park Rural Fire Service.Mamre Road is a critical freight and commuter connection between the M4 Motorway, the Western Sydney Employment Area and the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport precinct, carrying about 20,000 vehicles a day with volumes forecast to double by 2041. Early works began in September 2024 and major construction commenced in October 2024. Delivery contractor Seymour Whyte Constructions holds a contract valued at $150-200 million within the $290 million Stage 1 budget, part of $1 billion in combined Federal and NSW funding across both Mamre Road stages. As at May 2026 construction is well advanced, with traffic switched onto the newly built western carriageway from March 2026 while work continues on the eastern side. Transport for NSW now advises completion in 2028. Stage 2, between Erskine Park Road and Kerrs Road at Kemps Creek, is progressing separately through planning.
Western Sydney Aerotropolis Infrastructure and Development
An 11,200-hectare economic and urban transformation precinct on the doorstep of the new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport. The Aerotropolis is being delivered through a coordinated $28 billion-plus government investment by the NSW and Australian Governments in enabling infrastructure, alongside private sector proposals which had grown to around $33 billion by December 2025 and continue to climb. Anchor projects include Bradfield City Centre (114 hectares with 10,000 future homes and 20,000 jobs), the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF), the toll-free M12 Motorway which opened on 14 March 2026, the Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line (now expected to open mid-to-late 2027 with a free interim bus service from 5 July 2026), and major upgrades to Mamre Road, Elizabeth Drive and Fifteenth Avenue.Sydney Water is delivering the Upper South Creek Advanced Water Recycling Centre and progressing the Aerotropolis Integrated Stormwater Schemes for the Wianamatta Badgerys, Cosgroves and Duncans Mulgoa catchments, with finalisation in early 2026 and Development Servicing Plan exhibition in Q2 2026. Bradfield Central Park construction is due to begin in the second half of 2026, with FDC Construction & Fitout appointed as head contractor in early 2026. The precinct is targeting more than 100,000 long-term jobs across advanced manufacturing, freight and logistics, aerospace and defence, agribusiness, healthcare, education and research.
ArkExpress Industrial Development
17 industrial units plus ancillary cafe development approved for corner of Lenore Drive and Erskine Park Road. Units range from 284sqm to 625sqm plus 80sqm cafe. Originally proposed 29 units, reduced to 17 larger units. Ideally located adjacent to Erskine Park link road connecting to M7 motorway.
Distribution Dr, Orchard Hills
Plans to expand food manufacturing facility with warehouse area, office space, and 160 additional car parking spaces.
St Marys Station Upgrade and Metro Integration
A major transport interchange project integrating the existing T1 Western Line with the new Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line. Key features include a new underground metro station, a 55-metre-long pedestrian concourse and footbridge via Harris and Hobart Streets, a northern pedestrian plaza, and a multi-storey commuter car park with over 250 additional spaces. The 23-kilometre metro line will connect St Marys to the new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and Bradfield City Centre, with the metro expected to open in mid-to-late 2027 following delays from the original late 2026 target.A free interim bus service between St Marys and the airport was announced by the NSW Government in January 2026 to bridge the gap. The project is a key commitment under the Western Sydney City Deal and a vital gateway for the Western Parkland City.
Erskine Park Urban Reinvestment Project
Penrith City Council is delivering the Erskine Park Urban Reinvestment Project, transforming six underutilised open space sites into 14 residential lots. Civil subdivision works commenced in early 2025. Stormwater works have been completed on initial sites, with water and electrical servicing scheduled from mid-2026. Sale proceeds will fund around $5 million of open space improvements including reserve upgrades, footpaths and implementation of the Chameleon Reserve Masterplan.
Cook Park Precinct Sport and Recreation Upgrade
A $19.1 million major upgrade transforming Cook Park into a regional sporting precinct. Features a new FIFA-quality synthetic football surface, natural turf field resurfacing, extended grandstand, two-storey amenities building with changing places, new playspace equipment, and walking circuits.
10,912 residents of St Clair are employed, from a labour force of 11,289. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 68.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 15,975, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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St Clair is characterized by a workforce with strong technical capabilities, particularly within industrial and manufacturing sectors, and a low unemployment rate of 3.3%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 10,912, while the local unemployment rate was 0.8% below the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney, and labor force participation aligned closely with the metropolitan rate of 69.1%. Census data indicates that 29.2% of the local workforce worked from home, a figure that may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The locality exhibits a strong concentration of workers in transport, postal & warehousing, with its share of employment reaching 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 4.3% of the workforce compared to the metropolitan average of 11.5%. Comparing the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this predominantly residential locality offers relatively few local jobs. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that in the year leading to March 2026, the local workforce shrank by 3.8% and total employment fell by 4.0%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% increase in both employment and the total labor force, with a minor decrease. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on potential future demand in St Clair. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth varies. Applying these industry projections to the local employment structure suggests that St Clair's employment could grow by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in St Clair is $2,067 a week (about $107,000 a year), with median personal income at $849 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,609 a year against an average of $66,409. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode ATO statistics for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the St Clair SA2 recorded a median income of $60,609 and an average income of $66,409. These figures sit slightly below national benchmarks, comparing to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for a 10.32% increase in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $66,864 for the median and $73,262 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in St Clair around the 63rd percentile nationwide.
Income distribution statistics show the largest segment comprises 38.6% of residents (7,934 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the 30.9% of Greater Sydney residents in the same category. Rent and mortgage commitments absorb 16.0% of household income, but solid earnings keep disposable income at the 69th percentile, while the SEIFA index places the area in the 4th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
St Clair had 6,327 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $440 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 76% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.2%. 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 residential profile of St Clair at the time of the latest Census consisted of 98.5% houses and 1.4% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to the metropolitan Sydney split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in St Clair was higher than the metropolitan average at 31.2%, with remaining households holding a mortgage (47.1%) or renting (21.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was lower than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent of $440 compared to $470 across metropolitan Sydney.
Nationally, mortgage payments in St Clair are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
St Clair counted 6,327 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.0 people each. 43% are couples with children, more than in 86% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority at 84.1% of all households, comprising couples with children at 43.3%, couples without children at 25.1%, and single parent households at 14.8%. The remaining 15.9% consists of non-family households, with single person households representing 14.2% and group households making up 1.7% of the total. The median household occupancy of 3.0 individuals is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.1% of adults in St Clair hold a university qualification, including 12.7% with a bachelor degree and 3.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.5% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 2,652 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 981 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 shows lower rates of higher education, with university qualification levels at 17.1% compared to the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational support. Bachelor degrees account for the largest share at 12.7%, followed by postgraduate studies at 3.3% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 37.6% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (27.5%). A high proportion of residents are engaged in study, with 29.6% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This figure includes 10.9% in primary schooling, 8.4% in secondary schooling, and 4.0% in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in St Clair reaches 102 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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An analysis of public transport options shows 102 active bus stops in St Clair. These stops service 32 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 1,440 passenger trips per week. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 205 meters from the nearest stop. Because St Clair is primarily residential, most workers commute to outer areas, and private vehicles remain the primary travel mode for 91% of commuters. Households average 1.8 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. The 2021 Census recorded 29.2% of residents working from home, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 205 trips daily, which equates to roughly 14 weekly services at each individual stop. The map highlights the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the locality.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
70.7% of residents in St Clair report no long-term health condition. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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St Clair records favorable health trends overall based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with common conditions showing low frequency in the general population, though older and vulnerable groups exceed national averages. The rate of private health insurance coverage sits slightly below the SA2 average, with approximately 52% of the population (~10,709 people) covered, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent diagnosed medical conditions locally, affecting 8.0 and 7.4% of residents, respectively, while 70.7% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Health indicators for working-age residents are standard. Residents aged 65 and older represent 16.3% of the population (3,344 people). Health outcomes among seniors show some areas of concern, ranking lower nationally than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.3% of St Clair residents were born overseas and 25.6% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (23.2%) and English (20.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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St Clair displays a level of cultural diversity that exceeds most comparative local markets, with 28.3% of the population born outside Australia and 25.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 63.6% of residents in St Clair, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest groups in St Clair are Australian at 23.2% of the population (higher than the regional average of 17.8%), English at 20.4%, and Other at 13.8%. Notable differences emerge in other backgrounds, with Maltese heritage overrepresented at 3.2% of St Clair (compared to 1.0% regionally), Samoan at 1.8% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Filipino at 4.2% (compared to 2.0% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of St Clair is 36. 27.1% 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 36 years in St Clair is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and slightly below the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, St Clair has a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (10.8%) but fewer individuals aged 25 - 34 (12.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age cohort has increased from 2.8% to 4.5% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 12.6% to 14.2%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 13.6% to 11.3%, and the 25 to 34 age bracket dropped from 14.3% to 12.8%.
Projections suggest the age profile of St Clair will change noticeably by 2041, with the 75 to 84 bracket expected to grow the fastest at 58%, adding 536 residents to reach a total of 1,462. Older residents aged 65+ are expected to account for 91% of total population growth, highlighting a clear aging trend, while the 25 to 34 and 15 to 24 age brackets are projected to experience declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for St Clair
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 | Jul 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 Jul 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 — 32 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,942 at the 2021 Census → 20,556 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 (124051470). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.