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Clarendon has an estimated 2,909 residents, up from 2,729 at the 2021 Census — a change of 180 people, or 6.6%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 50.5% of that increase. Density is about 24 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 demographic research by AreaSearch, the population of Clarendon stands at approximately 2,909 as of Aug 2026. This represents a net gain of 180 people (6.6%) compared to the 2021 Census total of 2,729 people. This updated figure is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 2,899 recorded in June 2025 alongside 7 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. With a density of 23 persons per square kilometer, residents enjoy a spacious living environment. Furthermore, Clarendon's 6.6% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader SA3 area (6.0%) and the wider SA4 region, establishing it as a local growth standout.
Inflows from interstate migration served as the primary growth catalyst, accounting for roughly 50.5% of recent net population additions, while overseas arrivals and natural increase also made positive contributions. Projections for each SA2 region rely on ABS/Geoscience Australia models released in 2024 (using 2022 as their baseline year). For non-covered SA2 areas or timeframes beyond 2032, figures incorporate the SA State Government's Regional/LGA age-cohort forecasts published in 2023 (from 2021 baseline data), adjusted through a population-weighted aggregation technique from LGA to SA2 boundaries. Based on these expected demographic transitions, the locality is forecast to achieve an above median population expansion relative to national statistical divisions. Specifically, local headcount is projected to increase by 390 persons through to 2041 relative to recent annual ERP baselines, representing an overall rise of 13.1% over the 16 years.
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33 new dwellings have been approved in Clarendon over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals in Clarendon have averaged roughly 6 dwellings annually, totaling 33 homes sanctioned over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Over this same span of 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), the area has added an average of 5.1 new residents per dwelling constructed, highlighting a clear imbalance where demand exceeds new supply—a dynamic that typically heightens buyer competition and drives capital appreciation. Furthermore, with newly approved homes carrying an average construction value of $523,000, developer activity remains clearly oriented toward high-end, premium residences.
Alongside this, $528,000 in commercial approvals was registered during the current financial year, underscoring an overarching focus on residential development. Relative to Greater Adelaide, building volumes across Clarendon remain notably subdued, tracking 53.0% below regional average per person. Such constrained additions to the housing stock generally bolster demand and asset values across the existing residential market. Construction activity also tracks below national averages, highlighting the established footprint of the community and potential land-use constraints. All recent residential activity has comprised detached houses, reinforcing the low-density fabric of the neighbourhood and drawing buyers in search of spacious living. This subdued development environment is further underscored by a ratio of 445 people per dwelling approval. Demographic outlooks project that Clarendon will add 380 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If dwelling construction continues at its current subdued pace, housing creation will likely trail population gains, intensifying competition across the market and supporting ongoing upward pressure on residential property values.
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 32 current infrastructure and development projects close to Clarendon, worth an estimated $2.86 billion. 9 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans education & training, residential development and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure investment and strategic town planning exert a significant bearing on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 11 development projects anticipated to influence the local area. Among the most notable works are the Aberfoyle Park High School Redevelopment, Aberfoyle Community Centre Expansion, Thalassa Park Master Plan, and the Urban Creek Resilience and Recovery Project - Sauerbier and Homestead Creeks, with the key initiatives outlined below.
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Thalassa Park Master Plan
Master plan for the future enhancement of Thalassa Park, including upgraded playgrounds, walking and cycling trails, event spaces, gardens, accessibility improvements and the Storybook Walk sculpture park. As of the latest council update, the draft master plan has been refined with the Thalassa Park and Gardens Trust, including cost estimates and staged priorities to support future budgeting and grant applications. Community consultation on the revised draft is expected once the documents are finalised.
Chandlers View Estate
A completed residential land subdivision offering 16 residential allotments in an exclusive hillside community. The estate features breathtaking views of rolling hills and lush greenery, located opposite the newly opened Happy Valley Reservoir Reserve. The beautifully crafted neighbourhood offers modern convenience with easy access to local shops, cafes, Tangari Regional Park, Thalassa Park, quality schools, and the scenic Hallett Cove Boardwalk. Situated in a peaceful enclave with convenient access to major roads and public transportation.
Urban Creek Resilience and Recovery Project - Sauerbier Creek and Homestead Creek
Watercourse rehabilitation works for Sauerbier Creek and Homestead Creek in Aberfoyle Park, funded by an additional AUD 1.83 million from the Australian Government Natural Heritage Trust under the Urban Rivers and Catchments Program and delivered by the City of Onkaparinga. The project is improving stormwater flows, creek banks, erosion control, water quality, native vegetation, wildlife habitat and community access to nature. Current works include selective woody weed removal in February and March 2026, followed by local native planting during autumn and winter 2026.The broader Urban Creek Resilience and Recovery program is expected to run over five years to 2028-29.
Aberfoyle Community Centre Expansion
A $1.61 million expansion of the Aberfoyle Community Centre completed in April 2025. The project added a new flexible open-plan building at the rear of the existing facility, featuring a versatile space for dance and messy activities, a youth pod with lowered ceiling and retractable curtains, and an art studio equipped with pottery kilns, wheels, moveable tables and lockers. The expansion includes acoustic features such as acoustic glass for music activities, vinyl flooring and wall mirrors for dance and fitness, high-level windows for natural light, verandas creating indoor-outdoor connections, and a central outdoor area for informal gatherings.The new spaces enable simultaneous programming with existing multifunctional rooms, supporting arts, crafts, dance, exhibitions, youth programs, family activities, and social gatherings. Funded through a Community Infrastructure Grant from the Department of Infrastructure and Transport with $1.5 million from the State Government of South Australia (secured by Erin Thompson MP, Member for Davenport) and $110,000 from the City of Onkaparinga. Construction began in early 2024 and was completed in February 2025 after 12 months, with the existing centre remaining operational throughout to minimize disruption to users.
Aberfoyle Park High School Redevelopment
A $14 million facility upgrade completed in May 2022 including redevelopment of the performing arts centre with a 250-seat theatre, refurbishing existing buildings to create contemporary learning spaces and collaborative areas, creation of a new entrance and administration building, and enhanced indoor-outdoor learning environments. The project was delivered in three stages to minimize disruption to the school's 1,150 students and features contemporary architecture with natural materials and an earthen green palette inspired by the Australian bush.
Balee Park Upgrade Happy Valley
Neighbourhood Family Park upgrade including new playground equipment, basketball/netball rings and court, irrigated turf area and landscaping. Construction scheduled for 2024-25 financial year following community consultation completed December 2023. Project includes improved lighting, walking paths and accessibility features to enhance community use.
Flinders Health and Medical Research Building
$280M flagship building of Flinders Village development. South Australia's largest integrated health and medical research facility connecting Flinders University with Flinders Medical Centre and featuring state-of-the-art research laboratories.
Bains Road Reconstruction
Reconstruction of Bains Road between Investigator Drive and Panalatinga Road, Woodcroft. The project includes reconstruction of selected sections of kerbing and guttering, road pavement reconstruction, installation of a new 1.5m wide footpath on the northern side, and installation of new pedestrian refuges to improve road safety and accessibility. Construction commenced in October 2025 with an estimated 8-week completion period, subject to weather conditions.
1,796 residents of Clarendon are employed, from a labour force of 1,824. Unemployment sits at 1.5%, with participation at 73.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,257, about 78% 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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Clarendon maintains a highly skilled local workforce with strong presence across essential services, highlighted by a jobless rate of just 1.5% and estimated annual jobs growth of 5.0%. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,796, with unemployment sitting 2.3% below the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide. Labor market engagement is exceptionally strong, with the local participation rate reaching 73.1% versus 66.4% across Greater Adelaide. Meanwhile, 19.1% of working locals indicated they worked from home in Census returns, though pandemic-related restrictions during that period should be taken into account. The primary employment sectors for local residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
The community exhibits a pronounced specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing, where local workforce representation reaches 4.2 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, accommodation & food is comparatively under-represented, employing only 4.5% of Clarendon's working population relative to 6.8% across Greater Adelaide. Overall, local employment availability within the area itself appears constrained when comparing the Census working population against resident workforce totals. AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM figures show that over the twelve months to March 2026, total employment grew by 5.0% while the local labor force expanded by 5.1%, keeping unemployment levels largely unchanged. In comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded a 4.2% lift in employment, a 4.0% increase in the labor supply, and a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. Looking forward, national industry projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future workforce requirements in Clarendon. While Australian employment overall is modeled to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector trajectories vary widely. Extrapolating these industry trends across Clarendon's current worker composition suggests potential local employment increases of 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model that does not incorporate local demographic forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Clarendon is $2,020 a week (about $105,000 a year), with median personal income at $831 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,833 a year against an average of $70,217. 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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ATO taxpayer statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that the Clarendon SA2 recorded a median individual income of $51,833 and an average of $70,217. These levels compare favorably to national standards, alongside benchmarks of $54,808 (median) and $66,852 (average) across Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index increases of 10.17% since financial year 2023, present estimates stand at roughly $57,104 for median earnings and $77,358 for the average as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household measures, Census data shows local incomes congregate around the 60th percentile across the country.
In terms of distribution, 31.8% of residents (925 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, directly mirroring the 31.8% proportion seen across metropolitan Adelaide. Substantial local affluence is further reflected by the 30.3% of earners receiving over $3,000 per week, underpinning demand for premium retail and commercial services. After meeting housing commitments, households retain 88.9% of their income, evidencing strong discretionary capacity and supporting the district's placement in the 7th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Clarendon had 964 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 7% rented and 49% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 14.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the local housing landscape in Clarendon was overwhelmingly comprised of separate dwellings at 99.5%, with other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings) representing 0.5%, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across metropolitan Adelaide. Outright property ownership in Clarendon reached 49.1%, substantially higher than metropolitan levels, while 44.2% of homes were mortgaged and 6.7% were rented. Typical monthly mortgage repayments sat at $2,000, notably above the Adelaide metro median of $1,562, whereas median weekly rents stood at $290 compared to $320 regionally. Relative to national figures, Clarendon mortgage servicing costs exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while local rental payments sit significantly below the nationwide level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Clarendon counted 964 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,028 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 75% of areas nationally, against 37% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family arrangements account for 83.0% of all local households, consisting of couples with children (38.6%), couples without children (37.4%), and single parent families (6.6%). Non-family living arrangements make up the remaining 17.0% share, primarily composed of single-person households at 15.0% and group households at 1.3%. The typical household size stands at 2.7 people, exceeding the 2.5 average recorded across Greater Adelaide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.7% of adults in Clarendon hold a university qualification, including 21.1% with a bachelor degree and 7.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.3% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 120 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,041 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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Residents of Clarendon display high rates of educational qualification, with 31.7% of the population aged 15+ possessing university credentials, surpassing both the SA3 area (18.9%) and SA overall (25.7%). This educational profile provides strong alignment with knowledge-intensive industries. Tertiary qualifications are led by bachelor degrees at 21.1%, alongside postgraduate degrees (7.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational and technical qualifications are likewise well represented, with 37.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, comprising certificates (25.3%) and advanced diplomas (11.8%). Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 26.6% of residents actively enrolled in educational courses.
Breaking this down across cohorts, 9.7% attend primary school, 8.3% are in secondary education, and 4.4% are undertaking tertiary studies.
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Getting around Clarendon means driving: households keep an average of 2.3 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure within Clarendon comprises 6 active passenger stops. These facilities are connected to 1 individual routes, providing a combined total of 5 weekly passenger trips. Overall accessibility is moderate, with locals residing an average distance of 456 meters from their nearest boarding location. Reflecting the district's outer-residential character, private vehicles form the primary commuting choice for 91% of workers. Vehicle ownership is high, averaging 2.3 cars per home, which exceeds regional standards. Additionally, 19.1% of employed locals worked remotely according to 2021 Census records, though pandemic conditions during that period may have influenced this outcome.
Scheduled transit services average no daily trips across the network, translating to virtually no departures per stop each week.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.0% of residents in Clarendon report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 80% of areas nationally. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.0 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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Based on AreaSearch analysis of chronic condition incidence and mortality statistics, health outcomes across Clarendon are exceptionally favorable, characterized by minimal prevalence of common ailments across all demographics. Concurrently, private health insurance coverage sits slightly above the average SA2 area benchmark, encompassing approximately 54% of the overall population (~1,567 people). Arthritis and asthma represent the most widespread chronic conditions locally, recorded among 8.6 and 8.3% of the community respectively, while 67.0% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, closely matching the 67.9% share across Greater Adelaide. Health metrics among working-age individuals align closely with standard benchmarks.
Residents aged 65 and over comprise 26.0% of the population (757 people), tracking above the 19.1% share across Greater Adelaide, with senior cohorts displaying strong health outcomes that parallel broader national rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Clarendon is largely Australian-born, at 82.3% of residents, with 3.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.4%) and Australian (31.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Clarendon demonstrates relatively low cultural diversity compared to regional standards, with 82.3% of residents born in Australia, 91.5% holding Australian citizenship, and 97.0% speaking only English in their households. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, encompassing 38.4% of the population. In relative terms, Judaism shows a visible local divergence, accounting for no recorded adherents locally compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide. Examining parental ancestry, the three most common lineages in Clarendon are English (35.4% versus 27.8% regionally), Australian (31.9% versus 22.8% regionally), and Scottish (6.8%). Other specific cultural backgrounds showing above-average local presence include Polish at 1.2% (against 1.0% across the region), German at 6.0% (against 5.1%), and Welsh at 0.8% (against 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Clarendon is 47, older than 86% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 20.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Demographically, Clarendon possesses an older population structure than Greater Adelaide. Those in retirement and senior demographics (65+) make up 26.0% of the population as at August 2026 compared to 19.1% across Greater Adelaide, while young and middle-aged adults (25 - 44) comprise 17.7% versus 28.9% regionally. This places the estimated median age at 47—a slight shift from 48 at the 2021 Census, but still 8 years above the Greater Adelaide figure of 39 and higher than the Australian median of 38 recorded at that Census. Meanwhile, middle-aged adults and pre-retirees (45 - 64) have decreased from 33.8% of the local population to an estimated 28.8%.
Senior and retiree cohorts are projected to drive the strongest growth by 2041, increasing by 113 residents (15%) to reach 870.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Clarendon
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 7 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,729 at the 2021 Census → 2,909 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 Aug 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 (403041075). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.