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The median house price in The Oaks - Oakdale is $1.35m, with units at $910k. House values have moved -1.4% a year compounded over five years.
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The Oaks - Oakdale has an estimated 10,456 residents, up from 9,808 at the 2021 Census — a change of 648 people, or 6.6%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 105 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 61.8% of that increase. Density is about 32 people per 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 population across The Oaks - Oakdale stands at approximately 10,456 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 648 people (6.6%) compared to the 2021 Census, when 9,808 people were counted. Such demographic shifts are calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 10,429 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 105 validated new addresses identified post-Census. With 32 persons per square kilometer, residents enjoy a spacious environment. Expanding by 6.6% post-Census, The Oaks - Oakdale trails the broader state figure (7.3%) by only 0.7 percentage points, highlighting solid demographic momentum.
The primary catalyst behind local population expansion has been natural increase, which generated roughly 61.8% of recent overall population additions. Projections developed by ABS/Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, serve as AreaSearch's primary SA2 dataset, supplemented by NSW State Government SA2 projections released in 2022 using 2021 as the base year for remaining areas. Age-specific growth trajectories derived from these datasets are projected forward for all regions between 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, local expansion is forecast to outpace the national median for statistical areas, with an anticipated increase of 1,378 persons to 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP figures, translating to an overall growth rate of 12.9% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
234 new dwellings have been approved in The Oaks - Oakdale over the past five years, an average of 46 a year. That places the area in the 62nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 44 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 89% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential approvals in The Oaks - Oakdale average approximately 46 dwellings per year, totaling 234 homes over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Property values are underpinned by strong underlying demand, evidenced by an average influx of 2.6 people per year per newly completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), with incoming dwellings averaging an expected construction cost of $514,000. Concurrently, commercial building permits totaled $827,000 this financial year, underscoring that development remains overwhelmingly focused on the residential sector. Residential building activity in The Oaks - Oakdale lags Greater Sydney considerably, sitting 73.0% below regional average per person.
This limited pipeline of new builds generally bolsters pricing power and buyer interest across existing dwellings. Standalone houses represent 89.0% of recent builds while 11.0% are attached dwellings, preserving an open, low-density environment that continues to attract buyers seeking larger blocks. Measuring around 286 people per dwelling approval, the local property sector exhibits emerging market characteristics. Demographic projections suggest an additional 1,351 residents will settle in The Oaks - Oakdale through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With ongoing construction velocity, local housing delivery appears well-placed to satisfy future demand, ensuring favorable purchasing conditions while potentially enabling population gains beyond existing projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around The Oaks - Oakdale
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 90 current infrastructure and development projects close to The Oaks - Oakdale, worth an estimated $20 billion. 29 are already under construction and 33 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and sports & recreation. 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 social trajectory is heavily shaped by major project delivery, strategic planning frameworks, and infrastructure investment. A total of 10 projects possessing potential local relevance have been cataloged by AreaSearch. Among the most prominent initiatives are the West Camden Water Recycling Plant Upgrade (servicing Gledswood Hills), Arcadian Hills, Cobbitty by Mirvac, and the Western Sydney Pumped Hydro Project, with key developments outlined in the subsequent overview.
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West Camden Water Recycling Plant Upgrade (servicing Gledswood Hills)
Sydney Water has completed the upgrade of the West Camden Water Recycling Plant, doubling capacity to 32 ML/d to serve approximately 176,000 people and support growth across the catchment, including temporary flows from the South West Growth Area until the Upper South Creek Advanced Water Recycling Centre is operational. Delivery partners were Downer and BMD. Commissioning commenced in late 2024 with construction completion in mid-2025.
Camden Community Nursery
The Camden Community Nursery is a purpose-built facility designed to support local biodiversity through the propagation of native plants. It serves as an educational hub providing workshops on sustainable gardening, environmental conservation, and local flora management for the community and schools.
Cobbitty by Mirvac
An 80-hectare, $648 million all-electric masterplanned residential community by Mirvac delivering approximately 900 homes (lot sizes 270-1,000+ sqm) adjacent to the historic Cobbitty township in Camden, south-west Sydney. The community features a proposed lake, village green, neighbourhood centre, playing fields, restored wetland corridors, walking trails and cycleways. Land lots are actively selling with staged releases ongoing. A planning proposal for additional land at 585 and 593 Cobbitty Road and 110 Charles McIntosh Parkway was finalised by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure in November 2025 and came into effect December 2025, expanding the development scope.
Camden Town Centre Enhancements
Revitalization of Camden's historic town centre with improved streetscapes, public spaces, heritage conservation, and enhanced retail and dining precincts. The project aims to strengthen Camden's role as a regional centre while preserving its historic character and community identity.
Camden Civic Centre Renewal
A $9.9 million renewal and upgrade of the Camden Civic Centre to modernise the facility and improve its amenities for community and cultural events. The project is funded by the NSW Government and Camden Council.
Camden Town Centre Urban Design Framework
A framework to guide the future development of the Camden Town Centre, focusing on enhancing its unique heritage character while accommodating growth. The plan addresses building design, public spaces, and traffic management.
Spring Farm Riverside
A flagship masterplanned community by Cornish Group comprising 1,100 residential lots alongside the Nepean River, featuring elevated positions with views over Springs Lake and Razorback Mountain. The precinct includes 185 hectares of parklands with boardwalks, BBQ areas, playgrounds, and 24km of bike paths and walkways.
Camden Lakeside Stage 3 & 4 (Elderslie)
Final stages of the established Camden Lakeside golf course community, delivering premium residential lots overlooking the lake and fairways.
6,489 residents of The Oaks - Oakdale are employed, from a labour force of 6,609. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 79.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,072, about 77% 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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A highly capable workforce characterizes The Oaks - Oakdale, marked by prominent representation in the construction domain, an exceptionally modest unemployment rate of 1.8%, and estimated annual jobs growth of 7.6%. Employed residents reached 6,489 as of March 2026, while the jobless rate sits 2.3% below the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney, and the participation rate is remarkably elevated at 79.1% versus 68.9% across Greater Sydney. Census records showed 28.0% of workers operating from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 restrictions. Local workforce participation is primarily centered across construction, health care & social assistance, alongside education & training.
The construction discipline shows pronounced concentration, claiming an employment share 2.4 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 4.9% of workers locally, trailing the 11.5% seen across the broader region. Discrepancies between the Census working population and resident workforce point to a scarcity of local employment opportunities within the immediate boundary. Analysis by AreaSearch incorporating ABS and SALM metrics indicates that in the year to March 2026, local employment grew by 7.6% while the labor pool expanded by 7.8%, generating a 0.2 percentage points rise in joblessness. Across Greater Sydney over the same timeframe, employment climbed 1.9%, the labor force rose 1.9%, and unemployment edged downward slightly. Broader national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide further context regarding future demand trajectories in The Oaks - Oakdale. These five- and ten-year industry projections were cross-referenced against the local economic structure. At the nationwide level, employment is anticipated to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely across sectors. Applying this sectoral distribution to the local labor profile indicates expected local job growth of 6.0% over five years and 12.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in The Oaks - Oakdale is $2,296 a week (about $119,000 a year), with median personal income at $869 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,930 a year against an average of $77,141. 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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Taxation records from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place personal earnings in The The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 well above the national benchmark. Median taxpayer income in The The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 reached $63,930 alongside an average of $77,141, compared to $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Factoring in a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $70,528 (median) and $85,102 (average) as of March 2026. Based on Census 2021 records, local households placed in the 83rd percentile nationally with weekly receipts of $2,296.
Approximately 32.8% of residents (3,429 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, closely mirroring the wider region where 30.9% sit in this category. Affluence is widespread, as 34.9% earn more than $3,000 weekly, creating strong foundations for upscale retail and local services. Residential costs absorb 14.3% of earnings, while disposable income ranks in the 84th percentile and the area secures a spot in the 6th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
The Oaks - Oakdale had 2,960 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 51% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $410 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,383 a month, a total housing cost higher than 75% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 17.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.0%. 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 the latest Census, the local housing landscape across The Oaks - Oakdale is overwhelmingly composed of separate houses at 97.8%, with 2.2% comprising other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Sydney metro where standalone houses make up 55.9% and other dwellings represent 44.1%. Outright ownership is particularly elevated compared to Sydney metro, standing at 37.7%, while mortgaged properties account for 51.4% and rentals make up 11.0%. Monthly mortgage costs average $2,383 in the locality, sitting under the Sydney metro benchmark of $2,427, and median rent sits at $410 per week compared to $470 across Sydney metro.
When viewed against nationwide metrics, mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the broader Australian standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
The Oaks - Oakdale counted 2,960 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,156 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 47% are couples with children, more than in 92% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 13% 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 configurations form 85.3% of households in the region, encompassing couples with children at 47.1%, couples without children at 29.0%, and single parent families at 8.8%. The remaining 14.7% consists of non-family living arrangements, which includes lone person households at 13.0% and group households at 1.6%. The typical household comprises 3.1 people, exceeding the Greater Sydney benchmark of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.6% of adults in The Oaks - Oakdale hold a university qualification, including 11.4% with a bachelor degree and 3.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.3% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 500 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 993 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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Tertiary educational attainment presents an area for development in the district, as university degree holders represent 16.6% of residents, notably trailing the Greater Sydney level of 38.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are most prevalent at 11.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Meanwhile, vocational qualifications are widely held, with 43.9% of the population aged 15+ possessing trade or technical credentials, broken down into advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 33.3%. A significant share of the community is engaged in study, with 30.6% of the population enrolled across educational programs.
This cohort encompasses 11.1% attending primary education, 9.7% in secondary education, and 3.8% enrolled in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in The Oaks - Oakdale reaches 158 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 350 services a week. The typical home sits about 390 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The local transit network in The Oaks - Oakdale features 158 active transport stops dedicated to bus services. These facilities are served across 32 individual routes, which generate 345 weekly passenger trips combined. Proximity to transit is favorable, with the typical resident residing 390 meters from their closest boarding point. Given the district's predominantly residential character, work travel is largely outward-bound, and private vehicles dominate commuting with a 95% share. Household motor vehicle access is higher than the regional norm, averaging 2.4 per dwelling, while 28.0% of workers conducted their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, a metric potentially shaped by COVID-19 settings.
Transit schedules provide an average of 49 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 2 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying mapping illustrates the 100 nearest stops relative to the geographic midpoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
71.6% of residents in The Oaks - Oakdale report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 85% of areas nationally. 4.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.4 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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Community wellness metrics in The Oaks - Oakdale reflect strong overall outcomes based on AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and chronic illness rates, with younger demographics demonstrating notably low rates of common health conditions, while private health insurance adoption is substantial at roughly 57% of the total population (~5,959 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Arthritis and asthma represent the leading health concerns locally, affecting 8.1 and 7.2% of the population respectively, while 71.6% of residents report having no medical ailments whatsoever, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Health indicators for individuals under 65 are particularly favorable.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 17.3% of the community (1,804 people), tracking above the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. While health outcomes for older residents perform well against average standards, their relative standing against nationwide benchmarks is somewhat lower than that of the broader local populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
The Oaks - Oakdale is largely Australian-born, at 88.3% of residents, with 6.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.0%) and English (27.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural homogeneity is relatively pronounced in The Oaks - Oakdale, where 88.3% of residents were born in Australia, 91.9% hold citizenship, and 93.6% speak exclusively English at home. Christianity forms the predominant faith, claimed by 68.6% of the community in The Oaks - Oakdale, which tracks well above the 49.2% recorded across Greater Sydney. Ancestral backgrounds based on parental birthplace reveal that the three most prominent heritages in The Oaks - Oakdale are Australian at 32.0% (substantially above the regional average of 17.8%), English at 27.0% (substantially above the regional average of 19.0%), and Irish at 7.4%.
Distinct concentrations are also evident among other ancestries: Maltese background is especially prominent at 4.4% of The Oaks - Oakdale (vs 1.0% regionally), Croatian stands at 1.0% (vs 0.7%), and Italian represents 5.4% (vs 3.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of The Oaks - Oakdale 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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Demographics in The Oaks - Oakdale are shaped by a sizeable youth presence alongside middle-aged families. Residents aged 0 - 24 comprise 35.5% of the community as at August 2026 compared to 30.4% across Greater Sydney, whereas the 25 - 44 cohort represents 23.1% locally versus 31.4% across the wider region. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 38, matching the 2021 Census mark and sitting 1 year older than the Greater Sydney median of 37 at that Census. Since the Census, the share of mature adults and young retirees aged 45 - 64 has reduced from 25.9% to an estimated 24.1%.
Long-term growth will be strongest among residents aged 65+, who are projected to increase by 719 (40%) to 2,524 by 2041.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for The Oaks - Oakdale
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| 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 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 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 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 105 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,808 at the 2021 Census → 10,456 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 (123031448). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.