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The median house price in Urunga is $1.00m, with units at $575k. House values have moved 4.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Urunga has an estimated 4,959 residents, up from 4,907 at the 2021 Census — a change of 52 people, or 1.1%. Density is about 46 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Urunga stands at approximately 4,959 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 52 individuals (1.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 4,907 residents. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 4,947 alongside 65 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The resulting population density is 45 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment for residents. This 1.1% post-census growth rate is within 2.6 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (3.7%), indicating a competitive expansion rate.
The population expansion was almost exclusively driven by arrivals from overseas, which served as the primary source of demographic growth in recent times. Projections published in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point by the ABS and Geoscience Australia are applied to each SA2 region. For locations lacking this data, projections from the NSW State Government published in 2022 with a 2021 base year are substituted. Age-specific growth percentages derived from these sources are extended to all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these expected demographic transformations, growth is projected to align with the lowest quartile of non-metropolitan zones nationwide, with the local population predicted to expand by 201 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a cumulative increase of 3.8% over the 16 years.
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57 new dwellings have been approved in Urunga over the past five years, an average of 11 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 14, 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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Approvals for new dwellings in Urunga run at approximately 11 per year, delivering 57 residential units over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 13 recorded approvals. An influx of 1.7 persons per year for every finished home was recorded across the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, pointing to a healthy equilibrium between supply and demand, though this metric has slowed to 0.5 persons per home over the last 2 financial years, indicating a more balanced market. The average construction cost of these new buildings is $367,000.
Furthermore, commercial development approvals worth $490,000 have been logged during the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality. Urunga registers roughly two-thirds of the per-capita rate of new home approvals seen in the Rest of NSW, placing it in the 54th percentile of all examined locations nationally, even though construction momentum has quickened lately. This volume remains below the national average, reflecting a mature market that may face geographical or regulatory development limits. Recent additions have consisted solely of standalone houses, preserving the established low-density aesthetic of the area and catering to households prioritizing space. Builders are focusing on traditional houses at a higher rate than the baseline proportion of 84.0% recorded at the Census, demonstrating persistent demand for houses despite density challenges. There are roughly 291 residents for every residential approval, confirming the low-density nature of the local market. Demographic forecasts indicate that Urunga will gain 189 new residents by 2041, measured from the latest quarterly estimates by AreaSearch. If building activity continues at its current pace, housing availability should comfortably satisfy demand, providing advantageous circumstances for purchasers and potentially allowing population growth to surpass existing predictions.
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 Urunga, worth an estimated $184 million. A further 56 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.93 billion. 22 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning initiatives represent key influences on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 2 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include the Sewering Coastal Villages Project, the Urunga Boardwalk Replacement, the Waterfall Way Corridor Strategy, and the Pacific Highway Upgrade: Hexham To Brisbane, with the following list detailing the most significant undertakings.
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Sewering Coastal Villages Project
A major $38 million sewerage infrastructure project expanding the network to Mylestom, Repton, and Raleigh. The project involves a completed upgrade to the Urunga Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP), doubling its capacity to 10,000 equivalent persons. Current works focus on installing sewer reticulation mains and 228 low-pressure sewer units at individual properties, and constructing new pump stations to replace failing septic systems and protect the Bellinger and Kalang Rivers.
Urunga Boardwalk Replacement
Full replacement of the historic Urunga Boardwalk, part of the wider Urunga Precinct Revitalisation, following flood damage to the original structure. The upgrade widens the walkway to between 2.5 and 3 metres, installs over 300 fibre reinforced polymer piles, and rebuilds more than 850 metres of decking, viewing platforms, breakout areas and seating to improve accessibility, safety and tourism appeal. Construction began in July 2025. As of mid-2026 over 800 metres including the full 250 metre South Arm section is open to the public, with Stages 1 to 3 substantially complete and the final Stage 4 (360 metre breakwall section) underway, expected to finish late 2026.The project is being delivered by Bellingen Shire Council with XINC Engineering Pty Ltd (design and supply) and GPM Marine Constructions Pty Ltd (piling and installation).
Black Wattle Estate - Urunga
Black Wattle Estate is a six stage master planned residential land subdivision within the South Urunga Development Precinct, delivering about 320 housing lots from roughly 600 sqm up to 1,450 sqm. Stage 1 civil works and registration are complete with most lots sold, while later stages will add local parks, walking and cycle paths and bushland buffers. The estate is promoted as an environmentally and socially sustainable coastal community close to Urunga township, beaches, the Kalang River and regional centres such as Coffs Harbour and Bellingen.
Taylors Rise Estate
Boutique residential estate offering 42 land lots ranging from 600sqm to 1621sqm, and brand-new completed homes, located near Bellingen CBD. Civil construction for the 42-lot subdivision was completed and registered in 2023, with home construction and lot sales progressing through completion.
Watson Place Affordable Housing
Affordable housing complex providing 23 one-bedroom apartments for women over 55 at risk of homelessness. The project was officially opened in December 2024 and was delivered through RFBI's subsidiary, Bellorana, with $10 million in combined funding from the NSW and Australian governments. All 23 apartments were tenanted before the official opening.
Retail & ShopTop Housing Development, Hyde Street, Bellingen
Mixed-use development involving demolition, remediation, and construction of shop-top housing with 15 residential units and retail premises, on the site of the former Carl Foster's Garage. The project was approved by the Northern Regional Planning Panel on 20 March 2019, with a capital investment value of $8,985,000. The proposal includes commercial space (a supermarket opportunity has been marketed for the site) and is located within the Bellingen Heritage Conservation Area.
Sawtell Pool Upgrade Project
City of Coffs Harbour continues to retain the Sawtell Pool Upgrade as a planned future project. The concept design includes a new eight-lane 25 metre pool with an accessible lane, a heated learn-to-swim pool, splash pad, new amenities building, cafe, improved accessibility and sustainable building features. Following the earlier funding setback, the project remains at concept design stage and is listed by Council as an unfunded future capital project pending external funding.
Sawtell Lifeguard Tower Construction
Construction of a new, prefabricated, non-permanent lifeguard tower at Sawtell Beach to provide an all-weather observation point for beach safety operations. The aluminium tower replaced the old structure damaged by coastal erosion and has a minimum expiry life of 15 years. It was expected to be open by the end of September 2025.
1,996 residents of Urunga are employed, from a labour force of 2,071. Unemployment sits at 3.6%, with participation at 48.4%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 4,542, about 92% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor pool in Urunga is highly skilled, with strong representation in key public service sectors, an unemployment rate of just 3.6%, and estimated job growth of 1.0% over the last year. Employed residents numbered 1,996 as of March 2026, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.5% below the Regional NSW level of 4.1%, while labor force participation is notably lower at 48.4% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Census data showed that a moderate 13.6% of employed locals performed their duties from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The community displays an especially high concentration in education & training, which employ workers at 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 3.0% of the local workforce, which is lower than the Regional NSW benchmark of 5.3%. A comparison of local job counts against the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities within the area are somewhat restricted. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, local employment expanded by 1.0% while the workforce grew by 0.1%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% reduction in employment, a 0.4% reduction in the workforce, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. Employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends in Urunga. These five-year and ten-year national forecasts have been compared to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationwide employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of change vary widely across different fields. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local workforce distribution indicates that Urunga's employment base could expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Urunga is $1,178 a week (about $61,000 a year), with median personal income at $603 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,407 a year against an average of $56,669. 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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According to aggregated postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, the median income for taxpayers in Urunga is $45,407, and the average income is $56,669. These figures are below the national average and contrast with Regional NSW, where the median is $52,390 and the average is $65,215. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $50,093 for the median and $62,517 for the average in March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in Urunga between the 11th and 12th percentiles nationally.
Looking at income brackets, the $800 - 1,499 weekly income band is the most common, accounting for 27.3% of the population (1,353 residents), whereas the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest across the wider region at 29.9%. Housing cost pressures are high, with residents retaining only 84.2% of their income, which sits in the 13th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Urunga had 1,966 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 7% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 50% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,680 a month. Rent absorbs 29.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.9%. 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 local housing stock at the most recent Census consisted of 84.3% separate houses and 15.7% alternative housing types, such as townhouses, apartments, and other dwellings, compared to Regional NSW where separate houses made up 82.6% and other structures made up 17.4%. Home ownership rates in Urunga were considerably higher than the Regional NSW average, standing at 49.5%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (25.7%) or occupied by tenants (24.8%). The median monthly payment for home loans in the area was lower than the regional average at $1,680, and the median weekly rent was $350, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Urunga are below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent payments are below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Urunga counted 1,966 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 87% of areas nationally, against 34% couples without children. 29% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 66.9%, which includes couples with children at 20.0%, couples without children at 33.9%, and single-parent households at 12.0%. The remaining 33.1% of households are non-family arrangements, consisting of single-person households at 29.4% and group living situations at 4.0%. The median household size is 2.3 individuals, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
21.3% of adults in Urunga hold a university qualification, including 14.9% with a bachelor degree and 3.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.4% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 282 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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Educational metrics show some challenges in the region, with the percentage of residents holding a university qualification (21.3%) falling well short of the NSW state benchmark of 32.2%. This discrepancy highlights a need and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 14.9%, with postgraduate degrees at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Technical and trade qualifications are highly prevalent, with 41.7% of the population aged 15 and over holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (31.4%). A significant 24.9% of local residents are enrolled in some form of study.
This cohort includes 9.5% who attend primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, and 2.6% who are enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in Urunga reaches 87 stops on 41 routes, timetabled for about 560 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport systems in Urunga include 87 active transit stops, offering a combination of train and bus connections. These stops are served by 41 separate routes, which provide a total of 562 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is classified as good, with residents living an average of 226 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, the vast majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with cars being the primary mode of transport for 95% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles.
Around 13.6% of residents worked from home at the time of the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Services run at an average frequency of 80 trips per day across all active routes, which equates to roughly 6 weekly passenger trips per individual transit stop.
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60.6% of residents in Urunga report no long-term health condition. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Urunga presents notable public health challenges, as shown by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and the frequency of chronic illnesses, which are somewhat prevalent among both younger and older residents, and the rate of private health insurance is low at roughly 48% of the community (~2,355 individuals). This compares to a private coverage rate of 51.9% across Regional NSW and a national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions reported in the community were arthritis and mental health challenges, which affect 11.6% and 9.4% of residents, respectively, while 60.6% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Working-age residents experience significant health difficulties, with higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older represent 33.7% of the population (1,669 people), exceeding the Regional NSW proportion of 23.4%, with local health rankings showing higher chronic disease rates than the national population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Urunga is largely Australian-born, at 89.5% of residents, with 2.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.9%) and Australian (30.8%). 3.3% 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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The local population exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than the national average, with citizens making up 91.0% of the population, 89.5% of residents born in Australia, and 97.1% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 50.0% of the community, which compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, the three largest groups in Urunga are English at 32.9%, Australian at 30.8%, and Irish at 10.4%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds: Scottish ancestry is higher than average at 9.4% (compared to 8.0% regionally), Australian Aboriginal ancestry stands at 3.3% (compared to 4.6% regionally), and French ancestry is at 0.5% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Urunga is 53, older than 95% of areas nationally. 15.0% 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 Urunga is 53, which is significantly older than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, Urunga has a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (18.9%) but a smaller share of 25 - 34 year-olds (6.2%). The concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is much higher than the national rate of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 8.9% to 10.8% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 8.9% to 10.7%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has shrunk from 12.8% to 10.7%, and the 25 to 34 group has decreased from 8.1% to 6.2%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic models point to notable changes in Urunga's age profile. The 75 to 84 cohort is projected to expand by 22% (115 people), growing from 537 to 653. The trend toward an older population is clear, with residents aged 65 and over accounting for 71% of all projected population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 65 to 74 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Urunga
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
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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 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 65 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,907 at the 2021 Census → 4,959 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 (104021090). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.