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This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
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 Strathfield South is $2.21m, with units at $678k. House values have moved 3.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Strathfield South has an estimated 3,729 residents, up from 3,636 at the 2021 Census — a change of 93 people, or 2.6%. That puts 1,486 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 findings from AreaSearch, the resident count of Strathfield South stands at approximately 3,729 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 93 residents (2.6%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 3,636 individuals. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 3,727 from June 2025 alongside 2 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the local population density reaches 1,485 persons per square kilometer, outstripping the standard ratio recorded across national sites analyzed by AreaSearch. The upward population trajectory was chiefly propelled by overseas migration, which made up roughly 78.4% of total population increases in recent times.
AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 locality, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs SA2 projections from the NSW State Government, published in 2022 with 2021 as the baseline year. Growth rates across age categories from these datasets are additionally projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, growth is projected to align with the lower quartile of Australian statistical zones, with the locality expected to add 50 individuals by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP statistics, indicating a net rise of 1.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
45 new dwellings have been approved in Strathfield South over the past five years, an average of 9 a year. That is 2.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Strathfield South has averaged roughly 9 dwelling approvals annually, accumulating 45 residential approvals over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 9 approvals have been logged. As the population has retracted over recent times, residential supply has kept pace with demand, yielding a balanced marketplace with sufficient options for buyers, while newly approved homes show an average construction value of $499,000, pointing to developer interest in high-end, premium properties. Furthermore, $8.7 million in commercial development approvals was registered this financial year, emphasizing the predominantly residential focus of the locality.
Strathfield South records considerably lower construction volume relative to Greater Sydney (50.0% below the regional per capita benchmark). This restricted flow of new builds typically supports demand and valuations for pre-existing houses. This rate also sits below the national average, reflecting the established status of the suburb and suggesting potential planning constraints. Additionally, recent residential construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the classic suburban feel and offering spacious housing options designed for families. Interestingly, developers are focusing more on traditional houses than the existing residential distribution shows (55.0% at the Census), highlighting sustained demand for detached family homes despite density challenges. With approximately 558 residents per approved dwelling, Strathfield South displays a highly mature property market. Demographic projections indicate that Strathfield South will add 48 inhabitants through to 2041 (derived from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimation). In light of current construction trends, incoming housing supply is poised to satisfy local demand, presenting favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially supporting population growth above current forecasts.
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 111 current infrastructure and development projects close to Strathfield South, worth an estimated $65.5 billion. 23 are already under construction and 50 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions can have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are likely to influence this locality. Primary developments include the 41-47 Punchbowl Road Mixed-Use Development, Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment, The Balfour, Belfield, and 8-14 Bale Street, Belfield (Meriton), with the following list detailing those of greatest relevance.
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Sydney Metro City and Southwest
A 30km metro rail line extending the M1 Northwest Line from Chatswood to Bankstown via twin tunnels under Sydney Harbour and the CBD. The Chatswood to Sydenham section opened in August 2024, with conversion of the 13.5km Sydenham to Bankstown section scheduled for completion in late 2026. Once fully operational, the 66km corridor with 31 stations will deliver driverless metro services running every four minutes during peak periods.
41-47 Punchbowl Road Mixed-Use Development
A 9-storey mixed-use development featuring 132 residential apartments (1, 2, and 3-bedroom), a 120-place childcare centre, ground-floor commercial space, and three levels of basement parking.
Belmore Sydney Metro Station Upgrade
The upgrade of the 130-year-old Belmore Station is part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project. It involves converting the existing T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards, featuring the installation of platform screen doors, mechanical gap fillers for level access, and heritage restoration of station buildings. As of May 2026, the project is in the final testing and commissioning phase, with intensive weekend closures scheduled through July to facilitate trial running and system integration before services commence in the second half of 2026.
Burwood Culture House
A new arts and cultural precinct transforming the former Burwood Library car park on the corner of Conder Street and Railway Parade into a city-shaping community hub. Designed by CHROFI with Tyrrell Studio, the facility will include a theatre, studio, two multipurpose halls, a community lounge and a cafe. The surrounding new urban park will feature a public plaza, sloping green lawn, garden terrace, interactive water play, public art and landscaping. A 50-space underground Council car park will replace the displaced surface parking and connect underground to the adjacent 600-space Burwood Place car park.The project forms part of the broader Holdmark Burwood Place mixed-use precinct and is supported by a partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. Demolition and the first stage of construction commenced on 29 September 2025.
The Balfour, Belfield
Boutique residential development of 48 apartments over basement parking by Coronis Developments, marketed as 'The Balfour'. The project is currently in the construction stage.
The Carlyle Enfield
A boutique 6-storey apartment development in Sydney's Inner West offering 32 modern one- and two-bedroom residences with high-quality finishes, open-plan layouts, premium materials, private balconies, communal rooftop garden, four ground-floor commercial spaces, and basement parking. Located between Burwood and Strathfield with easy access to Henley Park, Enfield Aquatic Centre, cafes, schools, and public transport.
Campsie Station Metro Upgrade
The Campsie Station upgrade is a critical part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project, transforming the T3 Bankstown Line. The project involves installing platform screen doors, level access between platforms and trains, and new lifts. As of early 2026, the project is in the final stages of construction with intensive dynamic train testing and station fit-outs. The upgrade ensures the station meets modern metro standards, providing high-frequency services every four minutes during peak periods and improved pedestrian connectivity to the surrounding precinct.
Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment and Library Pod
Burwood Council is progressing a $54 million redevelopment of Enfield Aquatic Centre, including a new heated 50 metre outdoor pool, enhanced splash park, health and wellness facilities, new foyer and reception, cafe, inclusive amenities, landscaping integrated with Henley Park, upgrades to existing pools and plant, heritage and public art elements, and a 24/7 self-service Enfield Library Pod. Community engagement, concept endorsement, design development and pre-DA sessions have been completed, with DA lodgment in progress in May 2026.The centre is scheduled to close after 5 July 2026, early works are planned from July 2026, construction from September 2026, and opening in 2029.
1,967 residents of Strathfield South are employed, from a labour force of 2,062. Unemployment sits at 4.6%, with participation at 66.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,440, about 119% 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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Strathfield South features a highly educated labor pool, with a strong concentration in professional services and an unemployment rate of 4.6%. As of March 2026, 1,967 residents are employed, which places the local unemployment rate 0.5% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is slightly below average (66.3% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney). Based on Census records, a substantial 47.1% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this should be interpreted in the context of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training.
The area exhibits a distinct occupational concentration in education & training, representing 1.3 times the proportion seen across the wider region. Conversely, retail trade has a smaller footprint, accounting for 7.9% of local jobs compared to 9.3% regionally. A ratio of 0.9 workers per resident at the time of the Census points to a strong base of local job opportunities. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, the local labor force contracted by 2.1% during the year leading to March 2026, while total employment fell by 1.1%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced a 1.9% rise in employment, a 1.9% expansion of the labor force, and a minor reduction in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future labor demand for Strathfield South. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Although total national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution of Strathfield South suggests local employment could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (note that this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Strathfield South is $2,045 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $870 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,534 a year against an average of $73,437. 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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Income levels in the Strathfield South SA2 exceed the national average based on the most recent ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income of local taxpayers is $57,534, with an average income of $73,437, compared to median and average figures of $60,817 and $83,003 for Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections suggest figures of approximately $63,472 (median) and $81,016 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Strathfield South sit around the 65th percentile nationally.
Income distribution statistics show the largest bracket consists of 32.2% earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,200 residents), matching wider regional patterns where 30.9% fall into this bracket. A notable 30.2% earn more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to high-income pockets that support local business activity. High housing expenses account for 17.4% of total income, yet solid earnings keep disposable income at the 66th percentile, and the area is positioned in the 8th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Strathfield South had 1,279 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 29% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $460 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,400 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structure in Strathfield South at the time of the latest Census consisted of 55.4% detached houses and 44.6% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across the Sydney metropolitan area. The home ownership rate in Strathfield South stood at 29.8%, matching the Sydney metro average, with remaining properties either mortgaged (35.5%) or rented (34.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,400 was below the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $460, compared to $470 across Sydney metro.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Strathfield South are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and median rents are notably higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Strathfield South counted 1,279 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 42% are couples with children, more than in 83% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute the majority at 76.5% of all households, consisting of 41.9% couples with children, 22.0% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.5%, with single-person households representing 20.7% and group households making up 2.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 individuals is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
41.8% of adults in Strathfield South hold a university qualification, including 27.7% with a bachelor degree and 11.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.6% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 563 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,066 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 qualifications in Strathfield South are significantly higher than broader benchmarks, with 41.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationwide and 32.2% across NSW. This educational lead positions the local population well for knowledge-intensive career paths. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (11.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Technical and vocational training accounts for 24.3% of qualifications for residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (14.6%). Enrolment rates are high in the area, with 29.5% of residents currently participating in structured learning.
This group includes 10.1% attending primary school, 6.8% in secondary education, and 6.7% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Strathfield South reaches 26 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 2,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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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Analysis of public transport shows 26 active transit stops operating within Strathfield South, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 17 different routes, providing a combined 2,640 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 143 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential character, most residents commute to outer areas, with cars remaining the main mode of travel at 73%, followed by trains at 16% and buses at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars per household. A high proportion of residents, 47.1%, work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 conditions).
Service frequency averages 377 journeys per day across all transit routes, which represents approximately 101 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.0% of residents in Strathfield South report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 85% of areas nationally. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.4% 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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Health indicators show excellent trends across Strathfield South, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, which reveals a low prevalence of common medical issues across all age cohorts. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 55% of the total population (~2,065 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent health issues in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 5.8% and 5.7% of residents, respectively, while 76.0% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
The working-age population is healthy, showing low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 17.8% of the population (663 people), which is higher than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. Senior health outcomes are strong, with national indicators generally aligned with the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
48.3% of Strathfield South residents were born overseas and 58.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (15.0%) and Australian (10.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Strathfield South ranks among the most culturally diverse locations nationally, with 48.3% of its residents born overseas and 58.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 55.2% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Hinduism, which represents 11.2% of the local population, significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Regarding ancestry (referring to the country of birth of residents' parents), the top three groups in Strathfield South are Other at 18.0%, Chinese at 15.0% (substantially higher than the regional average of 8.4%), and Australian at 10.7% (notably lower than the regional average of 17.8%).
There are also notable differences in other ethnic communities: Korean ancestry is highly represented at 4.9% (vs 1.1% regionally), Sri Lankan at 1.6% (vs 0.3%), and Lebanese at 5.2% (vs 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Strathfield South is 38. 25.6% 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 median age of 38 in Strathfield South is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and matches the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Strathfield South has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (9.7%) but fewer young adults aged 25 - 34 (14.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 4.6% to 6.1% of the population, whereas the 0 to 4 group has decreased from 5.4% to 4.1%. By 2041, Strathfield South is expected to undergo clear shifts in age distribution, led by the 75 to 84 cohort which is projected to grow by 42% (94 people), rising from 228 to 323.
This aging pattern is clear as those aged 65+ account for 77% of the total projected growth, while population declines are anticipated for the 15 to 24 and 25 to 34 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Strathfield South
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 2 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,636 at the 2021 Census → 3,729 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 (120031576). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.