Toronto - Awaba

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Sales ActivityProperty Sales Trends in Toronto - Awaba

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The median house price in Toronto - Awaba is $945k, with units at $729k. House values have moved 6.4% a year compounded over five years.

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Toronto - Awaba

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Toronto - Awaba has an estimated 14,160 residents, up from 13,961 at the 2021 Census — a change of 199 people, or 1.4%. That puts 324 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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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch indicate that the population of Toronto - Awaba reached approximately 14,160 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 199 people (1.4%) relative to the 13,961 people documented in the 2021 Census. This updated figure is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 14,088 as of June 2025 alongside 86 validated new addresses registered following the Census date. With a population density of 324 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous living space per person and substantial capacity for future development. Inbound overseas migration served as the primary contributor to local growth, accounting for roughly 89.7% of recent overall population gains.

For each SA2 area, AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 (using 2022 as the base year), drawing upon NSW State Government SA2 projections released in 2022 (with 2021 as the base year) whenever localized coverage is unavailable. These combined projections also supply age-group growth rates applied across all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Projections indicate that the district will record population growth slightly below the median for non-metropolitan Australia, with the local count forecast to increase by 1,614 persons to 2041 according to the most recent annual ERP figures, translating to an overall expansion of 10.9% across the 16 years.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Total population for the Toronto - Awaba SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,160 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,088 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 changed since 2021?
The toronto - awaba sa2 has added approximately 199 people and shown a 1.43% increase from the 13,961 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The population density in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is estimated at 324 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Population growth in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (89.7%), Interstate migration (10.3%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 89.7% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Toronto - Awaba

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202 new dwellings have been approved in Toronto - Awaba over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 41 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 61% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.

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Residential building approvals across Toronto - Awaba have averaged around 40 residential properties annually, culminating in 202 homes approved during the past 5 financial years. Across this 5 financial years period (from FY-22 to FY-26), an average of 0.8 people settled in the area for every completed residence, indicating that housing supply matches or exceeds local demand. This environment broadens buyer choice and creates headroom for population growth beyond official forecasts, with construction costs for newly built dwellings averaging $462,000. On the commercial front, approvals registered this financial year stand at $5.3 million, pointing to subdued commercial building activity.

Residential development in Toronto - Awaba remains subdued when compared to Rest of NSW, tracking 67.0% below the regional per-capita benchmark. While this constrained construction pipeline tends to support buyer demand and property valuations for established dwellings, it also trails nationwide averages, reflecting an established urban footprint and potential planning constraints. Recent construction approvals comprise 61.0% detached dwellings and 39.0% attached dwellings, demonstrating an increasing emergence of medium-density formats that provide varied price points ranging from traditional family residences to compact, affordable options. This marks a clear pivot away from the existing property base (where standalone houses comprise 84.0%), reflecting tighter site availability alongside evolving lifestyle preferences for varied, cost-effective dwelling types. The presence of 517 people per approved dwelling highlights an overall subdued pace of construction. According to the latest quarterly AreaSearch projection, Toronto - Awaba is forecast to gain 1,542 residents through to 2041. While ongoing residential building is maintaining a moderate pace alongside anticipated demographic expansion, prospective purchasers could encounter heightened competition as the local population increases.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the Toronto - Awaba SA2 area has seen 67 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Toronto - Awaba SA2's current population of 14,160 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2's development activity compare to the broader region?
The Toronto - Awaba SA2 has seen 0.29 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.56 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 517 people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2, compared to one for every 183 in the broader region.
Is the Toronto - Awaba SA2 keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 1,542 people by 2041, around 771 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels may be insufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling. This indicates potential housing shortages if current approval trends continue.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Toronto - Awaba SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 40, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is expected to grow by 1,542 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 771 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Over the past five years, the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has grown by approximately 631 people, while 202 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 40 approvals per year and a population of 14,160, there appears to be a supply shortfall relative to projected demand, presenting strong opportunities for residential developers. With the population expected to increase by 1,542 people by 2041, around 771 new dwellings will be necessary. Current approval trends may be insufficient to meet forecast demand, indicating strong development opportunities.
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Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Toronto - Awaba

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AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Toronto - Awaba, worth an estimated $179 million. A further 51 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.96 billion. 18 are already under construction and 21 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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Infrastructure upgrades, planning frameworks, and major development works exert a substantial influence on local growth and community performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 13 projects expected to impact the surrounding district. Among the most prominent initiatives are the Toronto Foreshore Revitalisation, the mixed use development at 114-120 Cary Street, the apartment project at 136-138 Brighton Avenue, and the Rathmines Park Transformation, with key details provided in the following project overview.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Toronto - Awaba SA2 include: Toronto Foreshore Revitalisation (Construction); 114-120 Cary Street Mixed Use Development (Approved); 136-138 Brighton Avenue Apartment Development (Approved); Rathmines Park Transformation (Construction); and 1 Kent Place, Wangi Wangi - 3 storey apartment building (13 residences) (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Infrastructure development impacting the Toronto - Awaba SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $1.2 billion in projects that will impact the extended area.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
Toronto Foreshore Revitalisation
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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A $10 million transformation of the Toronto foreshore featuring continuous waterfront pathway, expanded playground, new town green, improved connections, expanded cafe area, boardwalk connections, extended shared pathway, bike hub, new lookout locations, shade pavilion and barbecue facilities. The project is being delivered across four precincts with Town Green Precinct completed in 2022.

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Fennell Bay Masterplanned Community
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2028
Source / Links: Link 1   

Landcom masterplanned residential neighbourhood offering a diverse mix of housing lots, a minimum 10% affordable housing allocation, community hub, active transport links, and the long-term conservation of 193 hectares of natural bushland.

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Road Rehabilitation - South Parade, Blackalls Park
Category: Transport & Logistics
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Council is rehabilitating the section of South Parade between Fassifern Road and Centre Avenue in Blackalls Park to improve safety and amenity for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. Works are funded as part of Lake Macquarie City Councils wider road improvements program and include resurfacing, drainage and footpath upgrades, as well as associated traffic and safety improvements. The project is valued at about $1.7 million and is expected to be completed by 2026.

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114-120 Cary Street Mixed Use Development
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 0
Source / Links: Link 1   

Five-storey twin towers mixed-use development featuring 108 residential units, commercial premises, and basement parking.

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136-138 Brighton Avenue Apartment Development
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 0

A low-rise 5-floor apartment building with 28 residential units, 1 commercial unit, and 29 car spaces in Toronto.

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Temporary works to reopen Fennell Crescent culvert, Blackalls Park
Category: Transport & Logistics
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2028
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Temporary works to remove the collapsed culvert, install a temporary replacement and resurface the road so Fennell Crescent can reopen to traffic. The road was closed from late July 2025 and is being reopened with a 5 tonne load limit and heavy vehicles detouring via Railway Parade. Council plans a full culvert replacement and broader road rehabilitation, with detailed design in the 2026-2027 financial year and construction in 2027-2028.

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Awaba to Wangi Wangi Rail Trail
Category: Sports & Recreation
Stage: Proposed | Est. Comp: 0
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A proposed 10-kilometer rail trail connecting the village of Awaba with Wangi Wangi and other lakeside suburbs on the western shores of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales. This trail is intended for cyclists and walkers, traversing attractive bushland and passing historical sites like the Wangi Wangi Power Station.

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Lake Macquarie High School HPGE Upgrades
Category: Education & Training
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Upgrade of Lake Macquarie High School under the NSW High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) Partner School Program. Works include a refreshed school entrance, VET hospitality classroom, upgraded TAS and woodwork facilities, art room, music recording space, new shade structure and sports upgrades, plus a marine studies laboratory and workshop. As of the March 2026 project update, the major facility upgrades including the marine studies, hospitality, sporting facilities and TAS works have been completed, with the overall project remaining in progress while remaining Stage 2 works are finalized.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Toronto - Awaba

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6,112 residents of Toronto - Awaba are employed, from a labour force of 6,542. Unemployment sits at 6.6%, with participation at 55.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.

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The labour force in Toronto - Awaba features a solid base of skilled personnel and substantial employment in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 6.6%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 6,112, while local unemployment sits 2.5% above the 4.1% recorded across Regional NSW. Furthermore, local workforce participation of 55.1% trails the Regional NSW figure of 60.6%. Census findings indicate that 23.8% of local workers were based at home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 lockdown restrictions. Local resident employment is heavily weighted towards health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing maintains a minor footprint, engaging 0.5% of workers locally against 5.3% across the wider region. Comparing the resident workforce against the Census daytime working population indicates that Toronto - Awaba provides a relatively modest volume of localized employment opportunities. AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM figures show that over the year to March 2026, the local workforce shrank by 0.4% as employment fell by 3.0%, leading to a 2.4 percentage points increase in the jobless rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% dip in total employment, a 0.4% contraction in the labour force, and a 0.5 percentage points rise in unemployment. Looking forward, national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide context for future workforce requirements in Toronto - Awaba across five- and ten-year horizons. Across Australia, total employment is projected to expand by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, though industry trajectories vary widely. When these sectoral growth rates are mapped onto Toronto - Awaba's industry distribution, projected local employment expands by 6.6% across five years and 13.9% across ten years (this represents a baseline weighted extrapolation for illustrative comparison and excludes localized population modeling).

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What is the employment situation in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
As of March 2026, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has approximately 6,112 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.6%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 stands at 6.6%, which is 2.5 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The employment landscape in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.9% of employment), construction (11.6%), and retail trade (10.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
How has employment changed recently in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Over the past year to March 2026, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
What is the workforce participation rate in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The workforce participation rate in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 55.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
Which industries are over-represented in the Toronto - Awaba SA2's employment market?
The toronto - awaba sa2 shows notable specialization in health care & social assistance, which employs 18.9% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% regionally. This moderate specialization indicates some local strength in the sector.
What are the employment growth prospects for the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the Toronto - Awaba SA2's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over the next five years and 13.9% over ten years. This exceeds the national forecast of 6.6% over five years, suggesting the area's industry composition is well-positioned for future growth. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compare nationally?
The toronto - awaba sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 1.7% decline, ranking 21.0st out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the Toronto - Awaba SA2, with skilled sectors accounting for 37.1% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (18.9%), education & training (8.3%), and professional & technical (6.3%). With projected employment growth of 6.6% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Toronto - Awaba

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Median household income in Toronto - Awaba is $1,400 a week (about $73,000 a year), with median personal income at $676 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,803 a year against an average of $67,457. 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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ATO postcode taxation statistics for financial year 2023 aggregated by AreaSearch indicate that taxpayers in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 recorded a median income of $51,803 and an average income of $67,457. These figures align closely with nationwide averages and compare with medians and averages of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Accounting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated baseline figures as of March 2026 stand at roughly $57,149 for median income and $74,419 for average income. Income data from the 2021 Census places local personal, family, and household earnings between the 23rd and 28th percentiles.

In terms of earnings brackets, the largest cohort consists of 4,078 residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (28.8%), which reflects broader patterns where 29.9% fall into this range. Housing cost burdens are pronounced, leaving 84.6% of income remaining (placing the area in the 29th percentile), while the SEIFA income index positions the area in the 4th decile.

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What is the median taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $57,149. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $51,803.
What is the average taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $74,419. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $67,457.
How does the median taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $57,149 compared to $57,797 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $51,803 and $52,390 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $74,419 compared to $71,945 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $67,457 and $65,215 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~28.8% / 4,078 persons) of the Toronto - Awaba SA2's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.8% of the population. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $1,400/wk.
What is the median family income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $1,806/wk.
What is the median personal income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $676/wk.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2's income rank nationally?
The Toronto - Awaba SA2's income level is in line with the national averages according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Toronto - Awaba SA2's median income among taxpayers is $51,803 and the average income stands at $67,457, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $57,149 (median) and $74,419 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The estimated disposable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $5,134 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2's disposable income compare to the region?
The toronto - awaba sa2's disposable income is $5,134 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Toronto - Awaba

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Toronto - Awaba had 5,510 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 4% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $340 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 24.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Toronto - Awaba consisted of 84.2% houses and 15.8% other dwellings (incorporating semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared with 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings across Regional NSW. Outright property ownership in Toronto - Awaba exceeded broader regional levels at 42.2%, while the remaining properties were either held under a mortgage (31.9%) or rented (25.8%). The typical monthly mortgage cost of $1,733 matched the Regional NSW benchmark of $1,733, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $340, slightly above the regional median of $330.

From a national perspective, monthly mortgage commitments in Toronto - Awaba remain lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents track below the nationwide figure of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 42.2% of homes are owned outright, 31.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.8% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are houses?
According to the latest data, 84.2% of dwellings in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are apartments or units?
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 4.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Outright home ownership in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 stands at 42.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
What is the median weekly rent in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The median weekly rent in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $340, compared to $330 in Regional NSW.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 13.1% of rentals are $0-149/week, 39.3% are $150-349/week, 46.0% are $350-649/week, 1.7% are $650-949/week, and 0.0% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $932, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.3% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% regionally), while renters spend 24.3% of income on rent (vs 23.0% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The dwelling mix in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 consists of 84.2% detached houses, 10.8% semi-detached dwellings, 4.4% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Considering the housing occupancy patterns, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $933. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $1,733/month, and renters paying $1,472/month.
How affordable is housing in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 relative to local incomes?
Housing in Toronto - Awaba consumes approximately 15.4% of median household income ($6,062 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Recent development applications in Toronto - Awaba show attached dwellings contributing 33% of approvals compared to 16% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 67% of applications versus 84% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Toronto - Awaba

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Toronto - Awaba counted 5,510 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 32% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 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 of local residences at 69.7%, consisting of 31.5% couples without children, 24.0% couples with children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 30.3% of dwellings, including 28.4% lone person households and 1.9% group households. The average household size stands at 2.4 people, matching the overall Regional NSW benchmark.

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How many households are in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
As of the 2021 Census, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 had 5,510 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.4% to an estimated 5,589 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 69.7% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (28.4%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 3,840 family households, 24.0% are couples with children, 31.5% are couples without children at home, and 13.3% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Regional NSW, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Marriage patterns reveal 46.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.3% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 28.4% of all households in the Toronto - Awaba SA2, similar to the regional average of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.9% of households, well below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Toronto - Awaba

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20.3% of adults in Toronto - Awaba hold a university qualification, including 14.0% with a bachelor degree and 4.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.0% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 2,863 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 988 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.

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Educational attainment levels within the community show lower university qualification rates, with 20.3% holding degree-level credentials compared to the NSW average of 32.2%. Among higher education qualifications, bachelor degrees account for 14.0%, postgraduate degrees represent 4.2%, and graduate diplomas comprise 2.1%. Conversely, vocational and technical credentials are broad-based, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, including certificates (30.0%) and advanced diplomas (11.4%). Across the locality, 24.9% of residents are actively engaged in formal study. This student cohort includes 8.8% attending primary education, 6.7% enrolled in secondary education, and 3.3% undertaking tertiary education.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have university qualifications?
20.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have no formal qualifications?
38.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% regionally.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2's education level compare to national averages?
The toronto - awaba sa2 ranks in the 38th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The most common qualifications in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are: Certificate (30.0%), Bachelor Degree (14.0%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
What proportion of the Toronto - Awaba SA2's population is currently attending educational institutions?
24.9% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 8.8% in primary school, 6.7% in secondary school, 3.3% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 988, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
How many schools are located within the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
There are 10 schools within the Toronto - Awaba SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,863 students.
What types of schools are available in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The toronto - awaba sa2 includes 8 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Toronto - Awaba

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Toronto - Awaba

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Public transport in Toronto - Awaba reaches 122 stops on 95 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 public transit network serving Toronto - Awaba includes 122 active transport stops spanning rail and bus services. These facilities are supported by 95 individual routes that generate 3,030 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is favorable, with residents situated an average of 209 meters from the closest boarding point. Given the predominantly suburban character of the area, outbound commuting is common, with private motor vehicles representing the dominant travel choice at 93%. Households maintain an average of 1.4 vehicles per dwelling, while 23.8% of workers worked from home according to 2021 Census figures collected during COVID-19 conditions.

Across the local transport network, transit frequency averages 432 trips per day across all routes, providing roughly 24 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying mapping illustrates the 100 nearest stops surrounding the geographic centrepoint.

Frequently Asked Questions - Transport

How many public transport stops are in Toronto - Awaba?
There are 122 public transport stops within the Toronto - Awaba SA2.
How frequent are the transport services in Toronto - Awaba?
the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has 3,030 weekly trips across 95 routes, averaging 432 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Toronto - Awaba?
On average, residential properties are 209 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Toronto - Awaba

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57.9% of residents in Toronto - Awaba report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 90% of areas nationally. 8.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of chronic condition incidence and mortality statistics, Toronto - Awaba faces notable health hurdles, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and mature demographics. Concurrently, private health insurance coverage sits slightly ahead of the typical SA2 level at approximately 53% of all residents (~7,448 people). The most widely diagnosed health conditions among local residents are arthritis (11.3%) and mental health issues (10.5%), while 57.9% reported no chronic medical conditions compared with 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age residents face elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 28.1% of the population (3,978 people), exceeding the 23.3% benchmark for Regional NSW, with senior health metrics presenting certain challenges that align broadly with national figures.

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How many people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have private health insurance?
Around 52.6% of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 51.9% in the broader region of Regional NSW.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 8.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
8.7% of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
5.7% of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Regional NSW, 4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 52.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 51.9%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Toronto - Awaba

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Toronto - Awaba is largely Australian-born, at 88.3% of residents, with 4.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.0%) and Australian (30.1%). 4.6% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Cultural diversity measures in Toronto - Awaba remain below broader averages, with 88.3% of the local population born in Australia, 92.7% holding citizenship, and 96.0% speaking only English at home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 52.9% of residents in Toronto - Awaba compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding parental ancestry, the three most common backgrounds among Toronto - Awaba residents are English (33.0%), Australian (30.1%), and Scottish (8.8%). In addition, specific ancestral backgrounds show distinct concentrations relative to regional figures, including Welsh at 0.9% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 4.6% (compared to 4.6%), and Samoan at 0.2% (compared to 0.1%).

Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity

What is the level of cultural diversity in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
Toronto - Awaba was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.3% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home.
What is the most common religion in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
The main religion in Toronto - Awaba was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.9% of people in Toronto - Awaba. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
What are the top countries of origin in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Toronto - Awaba are English, comprising 33.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.1% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Toronto - Awaba (vs 0.5% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 4.6% (vs 4.6%) and Samoan at 0.2% (vs 0.1%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
11.7% of the the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% regionally.
What percentage of the the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population speaks a language other than English at home?
4.0% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in the wider region.
How many people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 identify as Australian Aboriginal?
4.6% of the the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
92.7% of the the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Toronto - Awaba

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The median resident of Toronto - Awaba is 47, older than 86% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 20.9% 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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Toronto - Awaba exhibits an older age demographic than Regional NSW overall. As at August 2026, seniors and retirees aged 65+ make up 28.1% of residents compared to 23.3% regionally, while children and young adults aged 0 - 24 represent 26.5% against 29.3% in the wider region. The estimated median age stood at 47 as at August 2026, down slightly from 48 at the 2021 Census, but still 4 years above the regional Census median of 43 and higher than the Australian Census median of 38. Among age cohorts, middle-aged residents and early retirees (45 - 64) reduced their share from 26.4% at the Census to an estimated 23.8%.

Adults aged 25 - 44 are projected to drive the strongest demographic expansion through 2041, increasing by 708 (23%) to reach 3,759.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 at 47 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the Toronto - Awaba SA2's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 47 years as at August 2026, Toronto - Awaba is 4 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 9 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 14.8% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.1% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
No, the age distribution in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is broadly in line with the Regional NSW region.
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.7% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the Toronto - Awaba SA2?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 28.1% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 as at August 2026.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Toronto - Awaba

Data currency Refreshed

9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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
Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections
Population ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) Aug 2026 last 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 last 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 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline
Property sales & rents Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents Sep 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 Sep 2026.
Infrastructure projects Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily Aug 2026 last month all 7 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Transport ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Services & amenities Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 86 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (13,961 at the 2021 Census → 14,160 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 (111021219). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

Why can the Toronto - Awaba SA2 boundary differ from the suburb boundary?
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
Where does the data on this Toronto - Awaba page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Toronto - Awaba data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Sep 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and services & amenities (Jul 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Aug 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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