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The median house price in Winston Hills is $1.72m, with units at $1.01m. House values have moved 4.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Winston Hills has an estimated 11,224 residents, up from 11,199 at the 2021 Census. That puts 2,580 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 Winston Hills stands at approximately 11,224 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 25 individuals (0.2%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 11,199 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 11,218 from June 2025 alongside 10 validated new addresses identified since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,580 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top 25% of national locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The population increase in the region was majorly driven by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 85.3% of the total population gains in recent times.
AreaSearch implements the projections from the ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 areas not represented in that dataset, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are utilized instead. Age-specific growth rates derived from these datasets are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, population growth is projected to be slightly below the national median, with the suburb expected to grow by 777 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 6.9% over a 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
161 new dwellings have been approved in Winston Hills over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 29 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 79% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 29, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Winston Hills has seen an average of approximately 32 residential approvals annually, with a total of 161 homes approved throughout the last 5 financial years (FY-21 to FY-25) and 27 recorded in FY-26 so far. Even with a shrinking population in recent times, the volume of development has remained relatively sufficient, which is advantageous for purchasers, while newly built properties average a value of $484,000, showing that developers are targeting the high-end sector with upscale projects. Furthermore, commercial approvals amounting to $2.2 million have been logged in the current financial year, which points to negligible commercial building activity.
In comparison to the wider Greater Sydney region, Winston Hills exhibits significantly lower construction activity (60.0% below the regional average on a per-person basis). This limited volume of new housing options generally boosts demand and valuation for the existing housing stock. The rate is also below the nationwide average, illustrating the mature status of the suburb and suggesting the presence of planning restrictions. New building activity comprises 79.0% detached houses and 21.0% multi-unit dwellings, which preserves the classic suburban landscape focused on spacious family residences. The suburb averages about 391 individuals for every dwelling approval, which is characteristic of an established community. Long-term forecasts indicate that Winston Hills will welcome an additional 771 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Given the current pace of construction, the supply of housing is expected to satisfy demand, creating advantageous conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating growth that surpasses current 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 Winston Hills, worth an estimated $19 million. A further 169 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $128 billion. 38 are already under construction and 73 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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 construction works, and planning policies exert a substantial influence on local market dynamics. AreaSearch has identified a total of 22 projects that are expected to impact the suburb. Notable projects include the Max Ruddock Reserve Amenities Building and Viewing Platform, the Winston Hills Mall Food Court Renovation, the development at 25-27 Reynolds Street Old Toongabbie, and the Northmead Public School Upgrade, with the accompanying index highlighting the most significant undertakings.
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Winston Hills Mall Food Court Renovation
A $2.6 million revitalisation of the food court and atrium at Winston Hills Mall. The project, designed by CODE Design, transformed the space into a modern, light-filled precinct inspired by the Hills District bushland and the area's heritage as Model Farm. Features include a 60 percent increase in seating capacity, sustainable materials, rich textures, and a custom-designed Atrium. Following the opening of Stage 1 in October 2025, final aesthetic enhancements, custom furniture, and greenery installations were finished in early 2026.The food court features vendors such as Banh Mi & Co, Fried Brothers, and Thai Society.
Max Ruddock Reserve Amenities Building and Viewing Platform
Construction is progressing on a new double-storey amenities building and viewing platform at Max Ruddock Reserve. The project replaces the ageing sports amenities with accessible toilets and change rooms, storage, office space, a kiosk, field-level spectator areas, improved accessible connections and a roof terrace viewing platform. Council's February 2026 update reported completion of the first-floor slab, blockwork, load-bearing walls, concrete stairs and seating, with internal works scheduled to follow. Completion is anticipated in mid-2027, weather permitting.
Northmead Public School Upgrade
Upgrade to Northmead Public School replacing ageing demountable classrooms with permanent facilities. The project has delivered four new permanent classrooms, two special program rooms, a learning commons and multipurpose space, plus refurbished administration and staff areas in Building A. New classrooms opened to students in Term 1 2026, with remaining refurbishment, landscaping and demountable removal works continuing toward mid-2026 completion.
West Grove Westmead
West Grove is the redevelopment of Westmead Shopping Village into a mixed-use gateway precinct opposite Westmead Station and close to Westmead Hospital. The project includes retail and food venues, a Woolworths Metro supermarket, four levels of healthcare and medical space, hotel accommodation, residential apartments, parking, communal open space and a through-site link from the railway station to Hawkesbury Road.
Civic Link Pendle Hill
A new pedestrian and cycle link connecting Joyce Street Park through to Pendle Hill Station, forming a key active transport connection within the Pendle Hill Town Centre. The project includes realignment of a pedestrian crossing at Joyce Street and roundabout modifications at Purdie Lane, as well as upgrades to Joyce Street Park including improved seating, paving, landscaping, a bubbler and smart city integration. The link is a component of the Pendle Hill Public Domain Plan adopted by Cumberland Council in 2023, which revitalises the local centre by improving walkability and cycling permeability.The pedestrian crossing realignment was before the Cumberland Traffic Committee in April 2025.
Westmead Health Precinct Redevelopment
A multibillion-dollar transformation of the Westmead Health Precinct into a global hub for healthcare, research, and education. As of April 2026, the $659 million Children's Hospital at Westmead Stage 2 (Paediatric Services Building) has reached construction completion and is transitioning to clinical use. Major active works continue on the $540 million Integrated Mental Health Complex, expected for completion in 2027, and the new Supportive and Palliative Care Unit due in late 2026. The precinct now hosts Australia's first commercial-scale Viral Vector Manufacturing Facility (VVMF) and integrates with the Parramatta Light Rail and future Sydney Metro West connectivity.
25-27 Reynolds Street Old Toongabbie
Low-rise residential apartment development comprising 12 dwellings across a 2-storey building in Old Toongabbie. The project is designed by JS Architects and approved by the City of Parramatta Council. The site spans approximately 2,535 square metres (R3 zoned), providing 27 car spaces. The development remains in pre-construction phase as of early 2025, with no confirmed completion date.
Arthur Phillip Park Master Plan
City of Parramatta's adopted master plan for Arthur Phillip Park guides staged upgrades to transition the Northmead open space into a district-level recreation park. Stage 1 has delivered an upgraded district playground with inclusive play, picnic and BBQ areas, fitness equipment, pathways, lighting, landscaping and seating. Future Stage 2 works are planned from 2025 onwards subject to funding and include a water play facility, sports field upgrades and improved connectivity and parking.
6,623 residents of Winston Hills are employed, from a labour force of 6,728. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 74.5%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 9,132, about 81% 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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Winston Hills is characterized by a highly educated workforce with a significant proportion of professionals, an unemployment rate of only 1.6%, and an estimated annual job growth of 3.5%. As of March 2026, there are 6,623 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 2.6% lower than the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, while workforce participation is exceptionally high at 74.5% compared to the 69.1% recorded for Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that a substantial 53.6% of working residents performed their duties from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The community displays a distinct employment concentration in education & training, with its share of jobs being 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing is less represented, accounting for 3.2% compared to the regional average of 5.3%. This mostly residential community seems to offer a restricted volume of local jobs, as highlighted by comparing the number of locally employed workers against the resident labor force. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, employment rose by 3.5% and the labor force expanded by 3.3% during the 12-month period ending March 2026, leading to a 0.2 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labor force grow by 1.9%, accompanied by a minor reduction. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 provide additional context regarding future employment demand in Winston Hills. These five- and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local employment structure to project growth trends. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of expansion vary greatly across different sectors. Applying these industry-specific forecasts to the employment profile of Winston Hills suggests that local employment will grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Winston Hills is $2,421 a week (about $126,000 a year), with median personal income at $939 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,352 a year against an average of $85,138. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the Winston Hills SA2 are exceptionally high compared to national standards, with a median of $66,352 and an average of $85,138. This is higher than the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of approximately $73,200 and an average of $93,924 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed weekly household incomes in the 88th percentile at $2,421.
Looking at income distribution, the largest cohort consists of 28.7% of residents (3,221 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, which is comparable to the regional figure of 30.9% for this bracket. A notable 40.5% of households earn more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to affluent segments that stimulate the local economy. Housing expenses consume 14.9% of total income, and strong household earnings place residents in the 88th percentile for disposable income, with the area's SEIFA income score ranking in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Winston Hills had 3,681 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 2% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 13% rented and 40% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $530 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,700 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.7%. 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 composition of residential properties in Winston Hills at the time of the latest Census was made up of 92.9% standalone houses and 7.1% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, units, and other property types, compared to the Sydney metropolitan breakdown of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Winston Hills was much higher than the metropolitan average at 40.3%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (46.6%) or occupied by tenants (13.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was recorded at $2,700, which is higher than the Sydney metro median of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $530, compared to $470 in the broader metro area.
On a national level, mortgage commitments in Winston Hills are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Winston Hills counted 3,681 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.0 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 15% 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 vast majority of households at 84.0%, consisting of couples with children at 48.6%, couples without children at 25.1%, and single-parent households at 9.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.0%, with single-person households representing 14.9% and group households making up 1.2% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 individuals is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.8% of adults in Winston Hills hold a university qualification, including 23.9% with a bachelor degree and 8.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 19.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,362 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,100 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 suburb presents educational patterns that deviate from regional benchmarks, with the proportion of residents holding university qualifications (35.8%) sitting noticeably below the SA3 average of 50.2%. This dynamic highlights both a structural challenge and a potential avenue for targeted educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 23.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Vocational and technical capabilities are highly represented, with 30.8% of residents aged 15 and over possessing vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 19.3%.
Participation in learning programs is remarkably strong, with 30.0% of the local population currently signed up for formal studies. This enrollment includes 11.1% of residents in primary education, 8.5% in secondary schools, and 5.1% undertaking tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Winston Hills reaches 91 stops on 52 routes, timetabled for about 4,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 evaluation of public transport options shows 91 active transit stops operating in Winston Hills, which consist of bus services. These stops are served by 52 distinct routes, which combine to offer 4,582 passenger trips each week. Transport connection quality is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 157 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 87% and buses accounting for 5%. The average rate of vehicle ownership is 1.6 per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 53.6%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may be reflective of pandemic conditions. The average frequency of services is 654 daily trips across all routes, which translates to roughly 50 weekly services for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.5% of residents in Winston Hills report no long-term health condition. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 61.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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An evaluation of health characteristics indicates positive outcomes throughout Winston Hills, based on AreaSearch's analysis of mortality figures and the rate of chronic illnesses. The occurrence of common medical conditions is low among the general population and close to national averages for older, vulnerable groups, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at roughly 62% of the population (6,913 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded in the suburb are arthritis and asthma, affecting 7.2% and 7.0% of the population, respectively, while 71.5% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
The working-age population exhibits strong health profiles with low rates of chronic disease. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.8% of the local population (2,114 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney proportion of 15.5%. While health outcomes for these senior residents are above average, they rank lower nationally when compared to the younger cohorts in the suburb.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.4% of Winston Hills residents were born overseas and 29.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (21.5%) and English (20.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Winston Hills displays a higher level of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 30.4% of the population born outside of Australia and 29.2% of residents using a language other than English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, which is practiced by 62.5% of the local population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three largest ancestry groups represented in Winston Hills are Australian at 21.5%, English at 20.4%, and Other at 11.3%. There are also distinct variations in the concentration of other backgrounds: Lebanese ancestry is highly represented at 4.7% of the population (compared to 2.6% regionally), Korean is at 1.5% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Maltese is at 1.3% (compared to 1.0% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Winston Hills is 40. 22.1% 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 40 in Winston Hills is slightly higher than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney averages, the 75 to 84 age cohort is notably overrepresented at 8.0%, whereas the 25 to 34 age bracket is underrepresented at 8.5%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 has expanded from 11.0% to 13.6% of the population, while the 35 to 44 age group decreased from 15.6% to 14.2% and the 0 to 4 group declined from 6.4% to 5.2%.
Demographic projections indicate that the age distribution of Winston Hills will change significantly by 2041, with the 55 to 64 age group expected to grow by 289 people (24%) from 1,231 to 1,521, while both the 0 to 4 and 75 to 84 cohorts are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Winston Hills
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 10 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,199 at the 2021 Census → 11,224 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 (125041494). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.