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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 Tweed Heads is $1.30m, with units at $852k. House values have moved 8.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Tweed Heads has an estimated 21,624 residents, up from 20,563 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,061 people, or 5.2%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. 223 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 54.7% of that increase. That puts 215 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 Tweed Heads is approximately 21,624 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,061 people (5.2%) compared to the 20,563 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 21,576 from June 2025 and 223 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The region has a population density of 215 persons per square kilometer, which indicates substantial space per resident and potential capacity for future expansion. The 5.2% population growth rate in Tweed Heads since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (3.7%) as well as the SA3 area, establishing it as a local growth frontrunner.
The main driver of this population expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 54.7% of the total demographic gains during recent times. For each SA2 area, AreaSearch adopts the projections published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. Where these projections are unavailable, AreaSearch uses the SA2 projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline. The growth rates by age bracket derived from these datasets are applied to all locations for the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, population growth is projected to run slightly below the median for non-metropolitan parts of Australia, with the local population expected to grow by 1,654 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, which equates to a total gain of 7.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
270 new dwellings have been approved in Tweed Heads over the past five years, an average of 54 a year. That places the area in the 59th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 26 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 42% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 119, running ahead of 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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Tweed Heads has recorded an average of roughly 54 new dwelling approvals annually, amounting to 270 residential properties over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 110 approvals have been documented so far. With an average of 4.4 new residents per year per constructed dwelling added over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the supply of housing is lagging far behind demand, typically intensifying competition among buyers and putting upward pressure on prices, even as new dwellings are built at an average construction value of $225,000—a figure below regional benchmarks—suggesting more affordable residential options.
Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $28.8 million this financial year, pointing to robust local business activity. In comparison to the Rest of NSW, Tweed Heads experiences 15.0% lower per capita construction activity, placing in the 24th percentile of all analyzed locations nationwide, which indicates restricted options for buyers and bolsters demand for existing homes. This rate of activity is also lower than the national standard, indicating a mature market and highlighting potential constraints on development. The breakdown of new residential construction consists of 42.0% standalone homes and 58.0% medium and high-density housing. The concentration on higher density builds offers entry-level options and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. The area's calm, low-intensity construction landscape is demonstrated by an estimated ratio of 681 people per dwelling approval. Demographic projections indicate that Tweed Heads is set to add 1,606 residents by 2041 (calculated from the latest quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Residential construction is keeping a moderate pace relative to the projected population growth, though prospective buyers may experience increasing competition as the local population expands.
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 20 current infrastructure and development projects inside Tweed Heads, worth an estimated $6.39 billion. A further 155 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $45.5 billion. 47 are already under construction and 75 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Developments in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 85 projects that are anticipated to affect the area. Notable projects include Sceniq Bilambil Heights, Edify Australia Build-To-Rent Development, Enid Street Residential Towers, and Tweed Heads Social Housing Development, with the list below highlighting those expected to be of greatest significance.
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Tweed Heads Community Facilities Expansion
Expansion of community facilities in Tweed Heads, including upgrades to the library, community centre, and new youth spaces under the Tweed Shire Community Facilities Plan to serve a growing population.
Tweed Mall Redevelopment
An approved 907 million dollar mixed-use town centre renewal in the Tweed Heads CBD, designed to replace the existing single-level shopping mall with a new urban precinct on a 5 hectare site at the gateway to Tweed Heads. The masterplan covers 13 buildings up to 15 storeys, around 1,371 new dwellings (including build-to-rent and seniors living in the first stage), about 39,000 to 45,000 square metres of retail space anchored by three supermarkets, around 13,500 to 14,000 square metres of commercial space, a 52-key hotel, a medical centre, a cinema complex, a childcare centre, a wellness centre and gym, and a central green heart with semi-outdoor public spaces.The Northern Regional Planning Panel granted deferred commencement concept approval in mid-2024. Delivery is planned in three stages over about 15 years. As of early 2026 construction has not commenced and industry reporting through 2025 noted limited on-the-ground progress, with Elanor in late 2025 also seeking to cancel its energy on-selling exemption for the centre, suggesting potential changes to the asset's operating or ownership strategy.
Sceniq Bilambil Heights
A boutique residential land estate delivering 100 large elevated homesites averaging 1,200sqm on a 15.8ha site in Bilambil Heights, Tweed Shire. The masterplan includes a community park (Sceniq Park), walking path network, and design guidelines. Stage 1 is complete with settlements underway; Stage 2 is nearing completion; final homesites are now selling. Civil contractor is CD Civil. The project addresses severe housing undersupply in the Tweed-Gold Coast border region.
Tweed Heads South Mixed Development
Mixed-use development featuring 89 residential apartments, ground floor retail spaces, and community facilities. Located near Tweed River with water views and modern sustainable design features.
Edify Australia Build-To-Rent Development
Shop-top housing build-to-rent project delivering 34 apartments above ground-floor commercial tenancies on a 1,244 m2 site in central Tweed Heads. Council granted development consent in Aug 2024. Scheme includes basement parking and a rooftop terrace with pool and sustainability features.
Tweed Heads Social Housing Development
Proposed multi-storey social housing development by Homes NSW at 25-27 Boyd Street. Delivered as part of the Northern Rivers Flood Recovery Program, the project will feature 80 dwellings (46 one-bedroom and 34 two-bedroom units), accommodating around 120 new tenants. The facility will include a community room, basement car parking, and accessibility features for seniors with various levels of mobility.
River Terrace Mixed-Use Development
A 14-storey mixed-use tower with 72 apartments, ground-floor retail, waterside walkways, and basement parking with 93 spaces. The Turner-designed development replaces three houses in the Boat Harbour Precinct, offering river and city views, rooftop facilities, and new pedestrian links to the waterfront.
Widening Tweed Coast Road
Tweed Shire Council is widening 6.1km of Tweed Coast Road from Morton Street, Chinderah to Grand Parade, Casuarina from two to four lanes, delivered in six sections. Sections 5 and 6, between the M1 at Chinderah and the Cudgen Road intersection, are the construction priority, jointly funded by the NSW Government Accelerated Infrastructure Fund (75%) and Tweed Shire Council (25%). The upgrade supports safety and capacity for the Tweed Coast townships and the Kings Forest and West Kingscliff growth areas, which are expected to accommodate around 15,000 new residents.Tenders for sections 5 and 6 have been let, with the remaining sections progressing as adjoining land releases proceed.
9,617 residents of Tweed Heads are employed, from a labour force of 9,995. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 54.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% 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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Tweed Heads features a qualified labor force, with strong representation in essential services industries, an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.8%, and estimated job growth of 3.5% over the past year. In March 2026, 9,617 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 0.3% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is considerably lower (54.3% compared to the 60.6% recorded for Regional NSW). Census data shows that a moderate 14.5% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The region exhibits a highly pronounced concentration in construction, where employment levels reach 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing just 1.1% of the Tweed Heads workforce compared to 5.3% in Regional NSW. The relationship between the Census working population and resident population suggests that local employment opportunities are somewhat scarce. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 3.5% while the labor force expanded by 4.0%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 0.9% and the labor force shrink by 0.4%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context regarding future demand trends in Tweed Heads. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate regional growth trajectories. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of growth differ widely across different industries. Applying these industry-specific projections directly to the employment structure of Tweed Heads suggests that local employment would expand by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Tweed Heads is $1,182 a week (about $61,000 a year), with median personal income at $656 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,699 a year against an average of $60,293. 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 data from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that incomes in the Tweed Heads SA2 are below national benchmarks, showing a median income of $47,699 and an average income of $60,293. This is lower than Regional NSW, where the median income is $52,390 and the average is $65,215. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be approximately $52,622 (median) and $66,515 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Tweed Heads all rank between the 12th and 20th percentiles nationwide.
The largest income group contains 28.2% of residents (6,097 people) earning in the $800 - 1,499 range, which contrasts with the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 29.9%. Housing affordability stress is high, with residents retaining only 80.6% of their income, placing the area in the 11th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Tweed Heads had 8,627 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 49% detached houses and 28% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 33.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.8%. 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 mix of dwellings in Tweed Heads consisted of 48.9% houses and 51.0% other types of dwellings (including apartments, semi-detached, and alternative options), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership in Tweed Heads was higher than the Regional NSW average, standing at 41.8%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (28.4%) or rented (29.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 matched the Regional NSW average of $1,733, whereas the median weekly rent was $390, which is higher than the Regional NSW median of $330.
Nationally, Tweed Heads's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, but weekly rents are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tweed Heads counted 8,627 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 9,072 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 89% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of households at 61.0%, comprising couples without children at 29.3%, couples with children at 19.3%, and single parent households at 11.4%. The remaining 39.0% consists of non-family households, which are made up of lone person households at 34.3% and group households at 4.8%. The median household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.7% of adults in Tweed Heads hold a university qualification, including 14.9% with a bachelor degree and 3.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.6% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 993 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,017 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 gaps, with the university qualification rate of 20.7% falling significantly below the NSW average of 32.2%. This situation presents a challenge and a chance to introduce focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 14.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (29.6%). Enrollment rates in education are quite high, with 25.7% of the population actively participating in formal study.
This cohort includes 8.2% in primary schools, 6.5% in high schools, and 4.0% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Tweed Heads reaches 172 stops on 65 routes, timetabled for about 2,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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An analysis of public transport reveals 172 active transport stops in Tweed Heads, which consist of bus services. These stops are served by 65 distinct routes that provide 2,373 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is ranked as excellent, with residents living an average of 184 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with most workers commuting out of the suburb; driving a car remains the main mode of travel at 91%, while 4% of commuters walk. Dwellings have an average of 1.1 vehicles, which is below the regional average.
A total of 14.5% of residents work from home (based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect COVID-19 pandemic conditions). Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 339 trips daily, which equates to roughly 13 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central coordinate.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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62.7% of residents in Tweed Heads report no long-term health condition. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.9 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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Tweed Heads exhibits notable health difficulties, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with common ailments widespread among both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance coverage levels relatively low at roughly 49% of the population (~10,639 people). This is below the Regional NSW average of 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health challenges are the most common medical conditions reported in the region, affecting 11.0 and 8.4% of residents, respectively, while 62.7% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Chronic conditions are more common than average among working-age locals. Residents aged 65 and over make up 29.0% of the population (6,275 people), exceeding the Regional NSW proportion of 23.4%, with national comparative percentiles pointing to even higher concentrations than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Tweed Heads is largely Australian-born, at 79.9% of residents, with 7.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.1%) and Australian (25.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Tweed Heads is less culturally diverse than average, with citizenship at 84.5%, the proportion of Australian-born residents at 79.9%, and English-only speakers at home at 92.6%. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 52.5% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at ancestral origins (based on parental birthplace), the three most common backgrounds in Tweed Heads are English at 32.1%, Australian at 25.7%, and Irish at 10.3%. Certain other backgrounds show notable differences in representation: Maori is overrepresented at 0.7% of the local population (compared to 0.3% regionally), Scottish is at 8.5% (compared to 8.0%), and New Zealand ancestry stands at 0.8% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tweed Heads is 48, older than 89% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 20.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 48 years in Tweed Heads is older than the Regional NSW median of 43 and significantly higher than the Australian median of 38. The age distribution reveals a high proportion of people aged 75 - 84 (10.4%), while the 5 - 14 demographic is smaller (9.0%) than in Regional NSW. Post-2021 Census figures show the 35 to 44 age group rose from 11.1% to 12.8% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group grew from 4.6% to 5.6%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 14.1% to 12.2%.
Demographic projections show the age structure will change substantially by 2041, with the 85+ cohort expected to grow by 505 people (57%) from 884 to 1,390. Conversely, population declines are expected in the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tweed Heads
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 20 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 223 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (20,563 at the 2021 Census → 21,624 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 (112031254). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.