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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 Tumut is $520k, with units at $444k. House values have moved 7.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Tumut has an estimated 6,619 residents, down from 6,667 at the 2021 Census. 131 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 164 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Tumut is approximately 6,619 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 48 individuals (0.7%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 6,667 people. The shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 6,609 and the addition of 131 validated new addresses post-Census. With this population level, the density ratio stands at 164 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space per inhabitant and potential capacity for subsequent development. Over the last ten years, Tumut has shown stable growth trends with a 0.3% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA3 area.
Population expansion in the locality was chiefly fueled by overseas migration, which served as virtually the only source of population increases in recent times. AreaSearch uses the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 with 2022 as the anchor year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, AreaSearch employs projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government, published in 2022 with 2021 as the anchor year. Growth rates segmented by age group from these datasets are likewise applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead at demographic patterns, growth in the lowest quartile of regional locations nationwide is expected, with the area projected to grow by 215 persons to 2041 using the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a rise of 3.1% overall across the 16 years.
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111 new dwellings have been approved in Tumut over the past five years, an average of 22 a year. That is 3.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 22 new residential dwellings have been approved annually in Tumut, with a total of 111 dwellings approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 23 registered so far in FY-26. Despite the area experiencing a drop in population, building activity has remained relatively sufficient, which is beneficial for buyers, with new dwellings being constructed at an average cost of $357,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $42.3 million have been recorded in the current financial year, highlighting strong local commercial activity. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Tumut exhibits equivalent levels of development (per capita), preserving a market equilibrium that aligns with the wider region.
This sits below the national average, reflecting the maturity of the local market and suggesting potential planning limitations. New construction activity is dominated by standalone homes at 94.0%, while medium and high-density options account for 6.0%, preserving the conventional low-density profile of the area with an emphasis on family residences that attract buyers wanting space. The region has about 346 people for every dwelling approval, pointing to a low-density market landscape. Demographic projections indicate that Tumut will add 205 inhabitants by 2041 (derived from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). With current construction paces, the supply of new housing is expected to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially encouraging expansion beyond existing population 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 Tumut, worth an estimated $125 million. A further 34 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $21.3 billion. 16 are already under construction and 6 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, energy and residential development. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Very few factors impact local performance as much as modifications to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning developments. In total, 3 projects have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the region. Important developments include the Tumut Hospital Redevelopment, the Tumut Aerodrome Infrastructure Upgrade Stage 2, the Tumut River Works Program, and HumeLink, with the detailed list below outlining those of greatest relevance.
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Tumut Hospital Redevelopment
The $50 million redevelopment of Tumut Hospital has delivered a modern, integrated health facility serving the Snowy Valleys region. The project included a new emergency department, inpatient wards, maternity and birthing suite, perioperative suite, and a rehabilitation unit. It also introduced new services such as a CT scanner, ultrasound, and a dedicated renal dialysis department. The final phase completed in late 2022 involved the demolition of the legacy buildings, construction of a new helipad, landscaping, and a new main entrance via Simpson Street.
Tumut Hospital Redevelopment
The redeveloped Tumut Hospital provides modern, integrated healthcare services for the communities of Tumut, Gundagai, Batlow, and Adelong. The project includes a new facility with an emergency department, inpatient unit, birthing unit, operating theatre, day surgery, wellness centre, medical imaging unit, pharmacy, pathology laboratory, and a new helipad. It involved planning, design, delivery of the new facility, and demolition of old buildings.
Tumut River Works Program
Long-term river rehabilitation and bank stabilisation program delivering nature-based erosion control, riparian revegetation, weed management, fish habitat restoration, fencing, off-stream watering points and wetland restoration to improve the health and resilience of the Tumut River while supporting regulated water delivery. The program has completed more than 29 km of river works since 2011 and is continuing with a 2026-2036 delivery program.
Tumut Aerodrome Infrastructure Upgrade Stage 2
The project involves upgrading the non-commercial Tumut Aerodrome to enhance its capacity for regional aerial firefighting and support aeromedical aircraft access. Upgrades include adding 90 metres to the take-off distance and 30 metres to the landing distance, improving performance/payload for emergency services, pavement strengthening, widening runway pavement to 23 metres for Code 2 design aircraft, permanent pilot-activated runway lighting for night operations, and lengthening the southern parallel taxiway to improve operational efficiency.
Bondo Wind Farm
The Bondo Wind Farm is a large-scale renewable energy project in southern New South Wales within the softwood pine plantations of Bondo State Forest. The proposal features up to 149 wind turbine generators with an electricity generation capacity of approximately 1.2 GW, as well as two battery energy storage system (BESS) units providing a combined 800 MW / 3.2 GWh storage capacity. Neoen submitted a Scoping Report in June 2025 and received SEARs in July 2025, with an EPBC referral advanced in early 2026.The project is currently preparing an Environmental Impact Statement ahead of a targeted development application lodgement in late 2026.
Batlow Water Security (Concept Design) Project
Concept design project to increase raw water storage capacity and secure Batlow's long-term water supply. A draft options study was completed in June 2025, with an updated study due for completion imminently and the concept design on track for completion by end of June 2026. Options being explored include expanding Kunama Dam capacity or constructing additional on-stream or off-stream storage on Little Gilmore Creek. The project is funded by a $300,000 NSW Government DCCEEW grant and a Council contribution, totalling approximately $632,800.Delivered by Snowy Valleys Council in partnership with NSW Public Works under the NSW DCCEEW Regulatory Assurance Framework. A National Water Grid funding application for the construction phase was submitted in January 2025 but full funding was not awarded; Council plans to re-apply in a future round.
Saddletop Wind Farm
Proposed 738MW wind farm comprising 123 turbines and battery storage located on Wiradjuri Country, approximately 30km north east of Tumut in southern NSW. The project spans the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional, Yass Valley and Snowy Valleys council areas. When operational, it is expected to power around 410,000 homes and avoid approximately 300,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. The project is a State Significant Development (SSD-96381708) currently at the Prepare EIS stage with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
HumeLink
HumeLink is a 500kV transmission line spanning approximately 385 km connecting Wagga Wagga, Bannaby, and Maragle in NSW. Delivered in two sections (HumeLink East by ACCIONA and GenusPlus Group JV; HumeLink West by UGL and CPB Contractors JV), main construction commenced in late September 2025 following state and federal planning approvals in late 2024 and a Final Investment Decision by Transgrid's Board in December 2024. The project will unlock Snowy 2.0's full 2,200 MW capacity, connect renewable energy from the South West Renewable Energy Zone, and deliver an estimated $6.3 billion in direct and indirect regional economic investment.New 500 kV substations are being built at Gugaa and Maragle, with upgrades at Bannaby and Wagga Wagga. Over 700 construction workers are now on site, with completion targeted for 2027.
2,995 residents of Tumut are employed, from a labour force of 3,113. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 57.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.4% 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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Tumut possesses a diverse labor force encompassing both white and blue-collar roles, with a strong industrial and manufacturing presence, and an unemployment rate standing at just 3.8%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,995, while the unemployment rate was 0.3% lower than the Regional NSW figure of 4.1%, and the participation rate was somewhat low (57.8% relative to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census statistics show that a minor 5.7% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind. The primary employment sectors for residents are manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.
The locality displays a particularly high concentration of manufacturing jobs, with employment levels reaching 2.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minor footprint, accounting for 2.2% of employment compared to 5.1% across the region. Even though local job opportunities exist within the district, a significant number of residents appear to travel to other areas for work, based on the ratio of the Census working population to the local resident population. AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that the 12-month period experienced a 3.5% contraction in the labor force alongside a 3.3% drop in employment, which led to a 0.2 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 0.9%, the labor force shrink by 0.4%, and unemployment rise by 0.5 percentage points. Future demand trends in Tumut can be further understood via the national employment projections from May-25 released by Jobs and Skills Australia. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate employment growth. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution of Tumut suggests local jobs will rise by 5.4% over five years and 12.1% over ten years (note that this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Tumut is $1,244 a week (about $65,000 a year), with median personal income at $656 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,938 a year against an average of $64,595. 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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The most recent postcode level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the Tumut SA2 are below the national average, with a median of $53,938 and an average of $64,595. This compares to a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215 in Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $59,504 (median) and $71,261 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Tumut all sit between the 16th and 20th percentiles across the country.
Distribution statistics indicate the largest cohort comprises 28.5% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,886 residents), matching trends in the region where 29.9% fall into this bracket. After accounting for housing costs, 86.4% of income is retained, placing this metric at just the 19th percentile nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Tumut had 2,608 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 2% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $245 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 19.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Tumut at the time of the latest Census consisted of 85.7% separate houses and 14.2% alternative housing types (semi-detached, apartments, and 'other' dwellings), compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% alternative housing types in Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in Tumut were identical to the Regional NSW level at 37.7%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (29.5%) or occupied by renters (32.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was considerably lower than the Regional NSW average at $1,300, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $245, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Tumut are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also significantly below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tumut counted 2,608 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the largest share of the community at 66.5%, consisting of 24.5% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 13.1% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 33.5%, with single-person households at 31.7% and group housing making up 1.8%. The median household occupancy of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.8% of adults in Tumut hold a university qualification, including 10.9% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 84% of areas nationally. A further 30.7% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,441 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 939 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The region experiences educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (14.8%) sitting well below the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. This presents a difficulty but also an opening for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share at 10.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.0%) and postgraduate degrees (1.9%). Vocational and technical credentials are highly prevalent, with 38.7% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas – advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (30.7%). Engagement in education is remarkably high, with 28.1% of local residents currently participating in formal study. This comprises 10.9% enrolled in primary schools, 8.0% in secondary schools, and 2.0% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Tumut reaches 149 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 150 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of local transit indicates 149 active passenger transport stops in Tumut, consisting of various bus options. These stops are connected by 18 distinct routes, which combine to offer 151 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as outstanding, with residents living an average of 142 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's main function as a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the district, with private cars remaining the primary travel choice at 93%, while 5% of residents walk. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 per household, which is below the regional norm.
A comparatively low proportion of 5.7% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions). Service frequency averages 21 trips daily across all transport routes, translating to roughly 1 weekly trip per individual stop. The associated map details the 100 closest stops relative to the centerpoint of the location.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.4% of residents in Tumut report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 90% of areas nationally. 7.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.5 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 statistics show significant difficulties for Tumut, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, with common health issues appearing in both young and old demographics, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at about 51% of the population (~3,388 people). The most prevalent health issues in the region were arthritis and asthma, affecting 11.0% and 10.0% of the population respectively, while 61.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The segment of the population that is of working age faces clear health difficulties, marked by high rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 22.2% of the local population (1,466 people), which is below the 23.4% proportion in Regional NSW. Health profiles for senior citizens show some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally matching those of the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Tumut is largely Australian-born, at 89.8% of residents, with 5.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.9%) and English (31.3%). 5.9% 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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Tumut displays lower levels of cultural diversity relative to averages, with citizens making up 89.0% of the population, 89.8% of residents born in Australia, and 94.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, accounting for 66.2% of residents in Tumut, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding family background (parents' country of birth), the top three ancestries in Tumut are Australian, representing 32.9% of the population, English, representing 31.3%, and Irish, representing 8.5%. There are also clear differences in the representation of other backgrounds: Australian Aboriginal residents are notably overrepresented at 5.9% of the Tumut population (compared to 4.6% across the region), South Australian backgrounds at 0.7% (compared to 0.2%), and Maori backgrounds at 0.6% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tumut is 42. 24.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Tumut is 42 years, which is comparable to the Regional NSW average of 43 years and notably older than the Australian median of 38 years. Looking at the age distribution, individuals aged 25 to 34 are especially prominent (12.1%), while the 65 to 74 age bracket is relatively smaller (11.1%) than the regional average. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has expanded from 11.4% to 12.5% of the total population. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group has contracted from 13.1% to 11.6%. Population projections for 2041 point to significant demographic shifts in Tumut.
The 85+ age group is expected to grow the fastest at 70%, gaining 126 residents to reach a total of 308. Conversely, population contractions are expected in the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tumut
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 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 Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | 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 — 131 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,667 at the 2021 Census → 6,619 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (113021261). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.