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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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The median house price in Strathfield - West is $3.94m, with units at $715k. House values have moved 3.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Strathfield - West has an estimated 8,936 residents, down from 9,253 at the 2021 Census — a change of 317 people, or 3.4%. The population has thinned by an average 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 98% of areas nationally. That puts 2,285 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 population of Strathfield - West stands at approximately 8,936 as of Aug 2026. This represents a contraction of 317 people (3.4%) compared with the 2021 Census tally of 9,253 people. This trend is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 8,936 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 10 validated new addresses added following the Census date. With these numbers, the local population density reaches 2,285 persons per square kilometer, placing it higher than the typical benchmark across national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
Inbound overseas migration served as the principal demographic driver, accounting for roughly 87.8% of aggregate population gains in recent times. Projections published jointly by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 (anchored to a 2022 base year) are implemented by AreaSearch for SA2 boundaries, supplemented by 2022 NSW State Government SA2 modeling (utilising a 2021 base year) wherever coverage gaps occur. For the period spanning 2032 to 2041, age-specific growth rates drawn from these datasets are applied across all locations. Looking ahead, population growth is projected to track marginally beneath the median of statistical areas assessed by AreaSearch, with local numbers forecasted to expand by 777 persons to 2041 according to the most recent annual ERP figures, corresponding to an overall 8.7% rise throughout the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
191 new dwellings have been approved in Strathfield - West over the past five years, an average of 38 a year. That is 4.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 92% 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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Annual residential approvals in Strathfield - West have averaged approximately 38 dwellings, culminating in 191 homes approved across the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Alongside recent demographic contractions, dwelling construction has comfortably kept pace with demand, delivering a balanced marketplace with ample opportunities for purchasers, while newly approved residential properties reflect an average construction value of $1,308,000, underscoring an emphasis by developers on high-end, premium residential offerings. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have totaled $200,000 during the current financial year, highlighting the district's predominantly residential character. Per-capita building activity in Strathfield - West closely mirrors the broader Greater Sydney rate, preserving a steady balance across the local property landscape in line with neighbouring districts.
Recent building authorisations are heavily weighted toward detached houses at 92.0%, with attached dwellings accounting for 8.0%, maintaining an established suburban environment tailored to buyers prioritising spacious living. The presence of roughly 238 people per dwelling approval reflects a distinctly low-density building landscape. Long-term forecasts anticipate an influx of 777 residents into Strathfield - West by 2041 (benchmarked against AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate). Under prevailing construction trends, upcoming residential stock appears fully capable of absorbing future demand, fostering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting demographic expansion above existing baseline 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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Strathfield - West, worth an estimated $30 million. A further 142 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $68.7 billion. 32 are already under construction and 57 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local economic and spatial trajectories are heavily shaped by planning frameworks, capital works, and infrastructure delivery. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 33 projects positioned to influence the district. Prominent developments include the Strathfield Medium Density Housing Strategy, the Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program, the Hudson Park Driving Range Upgrade, and the Bridge Road Residences, with key initiatives summarised below.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Strathfield Medium Density Housing Strategy
Planning proposal to introduce medium-density housing types such as townhouses, terraces, and manor houses across selected residential areas in Strathfield LGA. Aims to increase housing diversity and supply while maintaining neighbourhood character. The strategy was endorsed by Council in August 2024 and is awaiting Gateway Determination.
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.
Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program
The Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program (PRUAIP) is a 198 million dollar NSW Government initiative revitalizing the 20km Parramatta Road corridor across six local government areas. The program delivers 32 infrastructure projects including over 10,000 new trees, separated cycleways, wider footpaths, and new urban plazas. Major works include the extension of Auburn Park, streetscape improvements in Homebush, and active transport links from Concord to the Bay Run. As of mid-2026, while many streetscape and public art components are complete, key infrastructure stages including pedestrian fencing and signalized crossing upgrades remain under construction in sections like Homebush.
Hudson Park Driving Range Upgrade
An upgrade to one of Strathfield's most popular attractions. The project includes increasing the height of the netting, upgrading poles, and installing a new ball management system to improve the facility's operations.
Bridge Road Residences
80-apartment development offering 1-3 bedroom residences with contemporary design, landscaped gardens, and premium finishes. Developed by Ventus with construction by One Way Development & Construction. Located near transport and Sydney Olympic Park in Homebush.
Strathfield Town Centre Masterplan
Council-led masterplan to guide renewal of the Strathfield Town Centre, including Strathfield Square and Strathfield Plaza precincts. Hassell leads the multi-disciplinary team preparing the draft masterplan. A Key Directions Report outlining ten key directions was publicly exhibited until July 2025 with submissions closed 18 July 2025. Focus areas include improved public spaces and pedestrian connections, a more vibrant retail and dining offer, integrated transport access, and a greener, more inclusive town centre. The final masterplan will inform any future amendments to the Strathfield Local Environment Plan and Development Control Plan.
Homebush Active Transport Network
Active transport infrastructure upgrade funded jointly by the Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program ($5.9 million) and Strathfield Council. The project delivers dedicated bi-directional cycleways, widened footpaths, enhanced stormwater drainage, and road safety improvements along The Crescent corridor connecting Homebush West to the Strathfield Town Centre.
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.
4,852 residents of Strathfield - West are employed, from a labour force of 4,987. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 64.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,840, about 88% 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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The local labour pool across Strathfield - West features advanced educational qualifications, notable concentrations in professional services, and a minimal jobless rate of 2.7%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,852, with local joblessness sitting 1.4% below the Greater Sydney mark of 4.1%, while local labour force participation proved slightly lower than typical benchmarks (64.7% versus 68.9% across Greater Sydney). According to Census figures, an elevated 44.5% of workers operated from home, though this metric was subject to the influence of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions. Residents primarily find employment within health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and retail trade sectors.
The community displays an exceptionally prominent specialization in health care & social assistance, capturing an employment proportion 1.4 times the broader regional benchmark. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing represents a relatively small share at 3.2% of workers, compared to 5.3% regionally. Comparing Census resident worker totals against local workplace numbers indicates that this largely residential enclave provides limited commercial employment within its own borders. An examination by AreaSearch of ABS and SALM records indicates that over the 12 months to March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 2.1% alongside a 1.7% dip in employed residents, yielding a 0.3 percentage point reduction in the overall unemployment rate. By contrast, Greater Sydney experienced 1.9% employment growth, a 1.9% workforce expansion, and a slight downturn in joblessness. Broader perspective on future demand within Strathfield - West is provided by Jobs and Skills Australia national employment projections released in Mar-26. These five- and ten-year models, when aligned with local industry profiles, offer indicative growth trajectories. Against nationwide forecasts of a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector-specific performance varies considerably. Adjusting for the distinctive industry distribution in Strathfield - West yields estimated local employment expansions of 7.5% over five years and 15.1% over ten years (note that this model constitutes an illustrative weighted extrapolation and omits localised population adjustments).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Strathfield - West is $2,726 a week (about $142,000 a year), with median personal income at $961 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,860 a year against an average of $82,098. The average runs 55% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Based on financial year 2023 ATO postcode statistics compiled by AreaSearch, taxpayers in the Strathfield - West SA2 recorded a median earnings level of $52,860 alongside an average income of $82,098. These figures place local earnings among the top tiers nationwide, comparing against Greater Sydney metrics of $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average). Factoring in a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $58,315 for median earnings and $90,571 on average as of March 2026. Household income statistics from Census 2021 position the locality in the 94th percentile ($2,726 weekly).
The distribution of income highlights that the $4000+ earnings bracket encompasses 33.1% of local taxpayers (2,957 individuals), contrasting with the wider metropolitan pattern where the $1,500 - 2,999 tier forms the largest segment at 30.9%. Affluence is pronounced, with 45.8% earning above $3,000 per week, underpinning demand for upscale retail and high-end services. Housing costs absorb 13.8% of income, while strong remuneration places residents in the 94th percentile for disposable funds and within the 9th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Strathfield - West had 2,853 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 79% detached houses and 17% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $530 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,200 a month, a total housing cost higher than 88% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.4% 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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According to findings from the most recent Census, the residential composition of Strathfield - West consisted of 78.6% separate houses and 21.4% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, units, and 'other' accommodation types), standing in clear contrast to the Sydney metro distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Strathfield - West reached 43.0%, well above Sydney metro figures, with remaining homes occupied under a mortgage (36.2%) or through private rental agreements (20.7%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood at $3,200, considerably higher than the Sydney metro median of $2,427, while weekly rents averaged $530 compared to $470 across Sydney metro.
When benchmarked nationally, local home loan repayments markedly exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and typical rent levels substantially outpace the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Strathfield - West counted 2,853 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.1 people each. 48% are couples with children, more than in 92% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the clear majority of local living arrangements at 81.7% of all households, broken down into 47.5% couples with children, 23.9% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent households. Non-family living situations make up the remaining 18.3%, comprised of lone person residences at 15.2% and group living arrangements at 2.9%. The local median household occupancy of 3.1 people exceeds the Greater Sydney benchmark of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.2% of adults in Strathfield - West hold a university qualification, including 33.9% with a bachelor degree and 13.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 9.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,685 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,056 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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Levels of educational attainment throughout Strathfield - West considerably exceed broader geographical benchmarks, with 50.2% of individuals aged 15+ holding higher education degrees, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This distinct intellectual foundation equips the local community well for participation in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor qualifications represent the largest proportion at 33.9%, supplemented by postgraduate degrees (13.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational training credentials account for 18.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (9.5%). Academic engagement across the community is remarkably robust, with 30.0% of the local population actively participating in educational programs.
This cohort includes 9.0% attending university or higher education, 8.6% in secondary schools, and 8.1% enrolled in primary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Strathfield - West reaches 127 stops on 38 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport connectivity in Strathfield - West is supported by 127 operational transit stops encompassing local bus networks. These facilities are served across 38 individual routes, generating an aggregate of 2,148 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is rated as top-tier, with households situated an average of 129 meters from their closest stop. Given the suburban character of the area, outbound commuting is widespread, with private vehicles serving as the primary travel choice for 80% of commuters, alongside 12% travelling by train. Private vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.6 vehicles per household, outperforming regional levels.
Additionally, a substantial 44.5% of working residents carried out their duties from home at the 2021 Census, a figure potentially shaped by prevailing COVID-19 settings. Transit route frequency averages 306 scheduled services each day across the network, translating to roughly 16 weekly trips for each individual stop. The accompanying mapping illustrates the 100 closest stops relative to the area's geographic centrepoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.5% of residents in Strathfield - West report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 96% of areas nationally. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.7 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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Health assessments compiled by AreaSearch reveal exceptional outcomes in Strathfield - West across both chronic disease indicators and mortality statistics, with minimal incidence of standard medical conditions observed throughout all age brackets, while private health insurance uptake is notably widespread at approximately 60% of the aggregate population (5,352 people). Among recorded long-term conditions, arthritis and diabetes were the most prevalent, impacting 5.8 and 5.1% of residents respectively, whereas 76.5% of the local populace indicated an absence of medical conditions, surpassing the 74.6% benchmark recorded across Greater Sydney. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 21.5% of the population (1,922 people), exceeding the Greater Sydney proportion of 15.5%.
Wellbeing measures across older cohorts remain remarkably robust, with nationwide rankings tracking closely with broader population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
47.9% of Strathfield - West residents were born overseas and 58.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (20.3%) and Lebanese (10.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Strathfield - West stands as one of the nation's most multicultural localities, where 47.9% of residents were born outside Australia and 58.5% communicate in a language other than English in their households. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 53.7% of the community. The most pronounced demographic divergence occurs in Hinduism, which represents 10.6% of residents, substantially exceeding the Greater Sydney regional share of 5.2%. Regarding parental origins and ancestry, the three primary heritage groups in Strathfield - West comprise Chinese at 20.3% of the community (notably higher than the wider regional average of 8.4%), Other at 15.4%, and Lebanese at 10.3% (substantially higher than the 2.6% recorded regionally).
Pronounced representation is also evident across several other backgrounds, with Korean ancestry accounting for 4.4% locally (versus 1.1% regionally), Vietnamese at 3.8% (versus 1.8%), and Sri Lankan at 1.5% (versus 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Strathfield - West is 41. 29.4% 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 demographic profile of Strathfield - West leans older when compared against Greater Sydney. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 identify 21.5% of the community within the senior and retiree age bracket (65+), against 15.5% across Greater Sydney, whereas young to middle-aged adults (25 - 44) constitute 24.6% locally compared to 31.4% across the broader region. Consequently, the local median age is estimated at 41, matching the figure from the 2021 Census and sitting 4 years above the Greater Sydney median of 37 recorded during that Census. Across specific cohorts, mature adults and early retirees (45 - 64) decreased from 26.7% at the Census to an estimated 24.5%.
Looking ahead to 2041, the most substantial absolute growth is anticipated among young to middle-aged adults, expanding by 856 residents (39%) to reach 3,056, whereas younger age brackets along with middle-aged and young retiree segments are projected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Strathfield - West
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | 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 — 10 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,253 at the 2021 Census → 8,936 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 (120031681). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.