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The median house price in Wentworthville - Westmead is $1.56m, with units at $600k. House values have moved 2.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Wentworthville - Westmead has an estimated 24,032 residents, up from 21,568 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,464 people, or 11.4%. Growth has averaged 2.3% a year over five years, faster than 76% of areas nationally. 509 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 81.2% of that increase. That puts 6,100 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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Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Wentworthville - Westmead's population is around 24,032 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 2,464 people (11.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 21,568 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 23,845 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 509 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 6,099 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, making land in the area a highly-sought resource.
Wentworthville - Westmead's 11.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (7.1%), along with the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 81.2% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. As we examine future population trends, a significant population increase in the top quartile of national statistical areas is forecast, with the area expected to grow by 6,843 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting recording a gain of 27.7% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
695 new dwellings have been approved in Wentworthville - Westmead over the past five years, an average of 139 a year. That places the area in the 90th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 103 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 17% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 48, well below 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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An average of 139 new home approvals have been recorded annually in Wentworthville - Westmead, leading to 695 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 44 approvals have been registered. With an average of 3.6 new residents arriving yearly per completed residence over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local demand outpaces construction, which commonly leads to rising property prices and greater competition among buyers, while new developments show an average construction value of $291,000, aligning with regional patterns. Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $46.7 million this financial year, showing strong commercial momentum.
Compared with Greater Sydney, the volume of new building approvals per capita in Wentworthville - Westmead is 14.0% lower, placing it in the 63rd percentile of all locations tracked across the nation. New residential projects consist of 17.0% detached houses and 83.0% medium and high-density formats. This emphasis on denser housing options offers more accessible purchase options and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. There are approximately 268 individuals for every dwelling approval in the locality, indicating capacity for further development. Demographic projections suggest Wentworthville - Westmead will add 6,656 residents by 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Building activity is keeping pace reasonably well with this forecasted growth, though purchasers may experience escalating competition as the local population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Wentworthville - Westmead
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AreaSearch tracks 17 current infrastructure and development projects inside Wentworthville - Westmead, worth an estimated $7.98 billion. A further 181 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $151.2 billion. 38 are already under construction and 101 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is heavily shaped by developments in public infrastructure, major construction works, and municipal planning strategies. AreaSearch has tracked 40 projects of significance expected to influence this locality. Prominent developments include the Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead, the Westmead Health Precinct Redevelopment, the Northside West Clinic Extension Stage 2, and the Wentworthville Town Centre Revitalisation, with the principal relevant works detailed in the lists below.
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Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead
The $540 million Integrated Mental Health Complex (IMHC) is a 10-storey facility at the Westmead Health Precinct, set to become the largest mental health hub in NSW. It will replace aging facilities at the Cumberland Hospital West Campus and features a link bridge to Westmead Hospital. The complex will provide 265 beds for acute, sub-acute, and non-acute care across all age groups, including specialist services for eating disorders and intensive care. Main construction by Richard Crookes Constructions commenced in early 2025, with the first major concrete pour in November 2025.The project utilizes biophilic design and Aboriginal storytelling in its architecture and is expected to be completed in late 2027.
Westmead Health Precinct Redevelopment
Major NSW Government redevelopment program across the Westmead Health Precinct. The Children's Hospital at Westmead Stage 2 has completed main works for the new 14-storey Wattle Paediatric Services Building, forecourt and car parking. Current precinct works include the $540 million Integrated Mental Health Complex on Redbank Road, with construction underway, link bridge works progressing in 2026 and completion targeted for 2027. The precinct program also includes pathology, palliative care and specialist health infrastructure supporting Western Sydney.
Northside West Clinic Extension Stage 2
State Significant Development (SSD-17899480) for a four-storey extension to the Ramsay Clinic Wentworthville (formerly Northside West). The project delivers 95 additional inpatient beds, nine consulting suites, and specialized mental health units including an Adolescent Eating Disorder Unit. Works include internal alterations to the Stage 1 building, new car parking, and integrated landscaping to support enhanced patient recovery and wellbeing.
Wentworthville Town Centre Revitalisation
Council-led revitalisation of Wentworthville Town Centre supported by finalised planning controls, a public domain plan and site-specific redevelopment proposals. The framework supports about 1800 additional dwellings, a shopping centre, a 4000 sqm full-line supermarket and new public domain plazas. The public domain plan was exhibited in 2023 and Council resolved in August 2024 to progress first-stage Station Street public domain upgrade works between The Kingsway and Perry Street and to review current planning controls. The former Wentworthville Mall redevelopment at 42-44 Dunmore Street is a key private catalyst, planned for 23 storeys, 523 apartments, retail, supermarket and commercial space.
Mays Hill Cultural Hall & Community Centre
The Mays Hill Cultural Hall & Community Centre is a multi-purpose cultural, community, and event facility developed by the Thiru Murugan Temple Society at 217 Great Western Highway. The development includes a multi-level community hall for up to 500 patrons, cultural classrooms, dining and catering facilities, basement parking, and traditional Dravidian architectural detailing. Construction is underway on-site.
Westmead South Precinct Master Plan
A long-term urban renewal strategy for an approximately 40-hectare area south of the Westmead rail corridor, bounded by Alexandra Avenue, Bridge Road, the Great Western Highway, and the Mays Hill Precinct. The plan facilitates approximately 6,600 new dwellings and 44,620 square metres of non-residential floorspace across a mixed-use precinct, along with a new primary school, heritage protections, affordable housing contributions, and enhanced active transport links to Sydney Metro West and the Parramatta Light Rail. Following endorsement by Cumberland City Council in June 2024 and submission to the NSW Government for a Gateway Determination, DPHI announced in August 2025 that the proposal has been elevated to a State Significant Planning Proposal.DPHI now leads all rezoning decisions; Cumberland Council is no longer the lead agency.
Wentworthville Mixed-Use Development (86-96 Station Street)
IDA Design Group has designed a multi-storey mixed-use development proposal located at 86-96 Station Street in Wentworthville. The proposed development incorporates ground-floor retail and commercial spaces beneath approximately 180 modern residential apartments across dual towers. It features communal rooftop gardens, multi-level basement car parking, and convenient walking access to Wentworthville railway station.
127 Great Western Highway Mixed Use Development
Section 4.55(2) modification application seeking structural and design changes to an approved multi-level mixed-use development, including basement reconfiguration and affordable housing unit adjustments.
14,896 residents of Wentworthville - Westmead are employed, from a labour force of 15,428. Unemployment sits at 3.4%, with participation at 79.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 17,963, about 75% 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 workforce in Wentworthville - Westmead is highly educated, with professional services making up a significant portion and an unemployment rate of just 3.4%. Estimated employment growth over the past year stands at 3.3%. As of March 2026, 14,896 residents are employed, and the local unemployment rate is 0.7% lower than Greater Sydney's 4.1%. Workforce participation exceeds the standard at 79.9%, compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census data reveals that 50.0% of residents were working from home, though the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account. Resident employment is heavily weighted toward professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance.
Local employment is highly specialized in professional & technical fields, with a share that is 1.5 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, construction jobs represent just 4.6% of the workforce, compared to the regional figure of 8.6%. Given the imbalance between the Census working population and resident population, this heavily residential sector offers relatively few jobs within its borders. Based on analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, the recent 12-month period recorded a 3.3% increase in employment and a 3.1% rise in the labour force, leading to a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced a 1.9% increase in employment, a 1.9% rise in the labour force, and a marginal decline in unemployment. National forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further indications of future worker demand in Wentworthville - Westmead. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential expansion. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying greatly by industry. Applying these sectoral growth rates directly to the local employment mix indicates that Wentworthville - Westmead could see jobs grow by 7.3% over five years and 14.7% over ten years (note this represents a simple weighting based on local industry shares and does not incorporate localized population growth forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Wentworthville - Westmead is $2,176 a week (about $113,000 a year), with median personal income at $926 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,163 a year against an average of $70,604. 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 the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, personal income levels in the Wentworthville - Westmead SA2 are higher than the national average. Local taxpayers recorded a median income of $59,163 and an average income of $70,604, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $65,269 for the median and $77,890 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in the area around the 73rd percentile nationally.
In terms of earnings brackets, 37.2% of the local population (8,939 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring regional trends which show 30.9% in this cohort. High-income earners (those making more than $3,000/week) represent 30.2% of residents, demonstrating strong spending capacity. Mortgage and rent payments take up 17.7% of income, yet high earnings help keep disposable income at the 74th percentile, with the area ranking in the 7th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Wentworthville - Westmead had 7,168 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 29% detached houses and 58% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 59% rented and 13% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 90% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, residential dwellings in Wentworthville - Westmead consisted of 28.7% freestanding houses and 71.3% other formats like townhouses and apartments, differing from the Sydney metro distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was lower than the Sydney average, sitting at 13.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (28.0%) or renting (58.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was lower than the metropolitan Sydney median of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $420 compared to the regional figure of $470.
On a national level, monthly mortgage commitments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Wentworthville - Westmead counted 7,168 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,987 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 90% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 75.2% of all households, consisting of couples with children (45.7%), couples without children (19.5%), and single parent households (8.4%). Non-family households represent 24.8% of the total, with lone person households accounting for 19.3% and group households making up 5.5%. The median household size is 2.8 occupants, which is slightly larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
57.8% of adults in Wentworthville - Westmead hold a university qualification, including 32.5% with a bachelor degree and 23.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 8.9% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,365 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,114 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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Academic credentials in Wentworthville - Westmead are substantially higher than broader benchmarks, with university degrees held by 57.8% of residents aged 15+, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of qualification positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 32.5%, followed by postgraduate study at 23.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational training accounts for 17.3% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.4%) and certificate level courses (8.9%). A significant proportion of the population is engaged in education, with 33.9% of residents currently enrolled in school or study.
This comprises 11.8% of the population in primary school, 7.3% attending tertiary institutions, and 6.4% in secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Wentworthville - Westmead reaches 104 stops on 61 routes, timetabled for about 11,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.7 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 infrastructure consists of 104 active stops in Wentworthville - Westmead, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops support 61 different routes, delivering a total of 11,167 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 124 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential and has a high commuting population, with private vehicles remaining the leading transport mode at 63%, followed by train travel at 23% and bus travel at 8%. Households own an average of 0.7 vehicles, below the metropolitan Sydney average.
Census records from 2021 show that 50.0% of the workforce worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency stands at an average of 1,595 daily trips across the transit network, translating to approximately 107 weekly departures per stop. The map highlights the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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82.4% of residents in Wentworthville - Westmead report no long-term health condition. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 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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Wentworthville - Westmead displays favorable health results based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with common conditions showing low frequency across the general population, though they are elevated compared to the national average in older, vulnerable cohorts, while private health insurance coverage is solid, held by approximately 54% of the population (~13,001 people) compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney. Diabetes and asthma represent the most prevalent medical diagnoses, affecting 4.9% and 4.3% of local residents, while 82.4% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 9.5% of residents (2,278 people), below the metropolitan average of 15.5%. Health outcomes for this older cohort present some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the statistics for the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
70.0% of Wentworthville - Westmead residents were born overseas and 76.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 99% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (31.2%) and English (7.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Wentworthville - Westmead ranks high nationally for multicultural representation, with 70.0% of residents born outside Australia and 76.5% using a non-English language at home. Hinduism is the most common religious affiliation, representing 47.9% of the local population, compared to 5.2% across Greater Sydney. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are Indian, representing 31.2% of residents compared to the regional average of 3.6%, Other, representing 30.7% compared to the regional benchmark of 16.0%, and English, representing 7.4% compared to the metropolitan average of 19.0%. Other notable demographic variances include a high representation of Sri Lankan ancestry at 1.4% (vs 0.3% regionally) and Lebanese ancestry at 3.4% (vs 2.6% regionally), while residents of Korean ancestry account for 0.7% (vs 1.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Wentworthville - Westmead is 33, younger than 88% of areas nationally. 32.7% 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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With a median age of 33, the local population is younger than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national benchmark of 38 years. Compared to the metropolitan area, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (22.4% vs 14.6% nationally) and a lower share of youth aged 15 - 24 (10.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 grew from 4.8% to 5.4%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.5% to 11.9%. Projections for 2041 anticipate major demographic shifts, with the 45 to 54 cohort growing fastest by 62% (adding 1,448 people to reach 3,796) and the 0 to 4 group increasing by a modest 8% (adding 131 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Wentworthville - Westmead
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 19 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 — 509 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (21,568 at the 2021 Census → 24,032 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 (125041589). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.