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Aberfoyle Park has an estimated 11,054 residents, down from 11,234 at the 2021 Census — a change of 180 people, or 1.6%. That puts 1,893 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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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Aberfoyle Park is approximately 11,054 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 180 residents (1.6%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 11,234 individuals. The contraction is calculated from a resident population of 11,049, determined by AreaSearch after examining the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and integrating 9 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level yields a density ratio of 1,892 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio observed among national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
Overseas migration served as the principal driver of population growth, acting as the lone contributor to resident gains during recent periods. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, and for any years after 2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age group, published in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are utilized with adjustments applied via a weighted aggregation methodology of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Projecting future population changes, a demographic expansion slightly below the median of national locations is anticipated, with the suburb of Aberfoyle Park projected to grow by 965 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 8.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
65 new dwellings have been approved in Aberfoyle Park over the past five years, an average of 13 a year. That is 1.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch research of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical area data, the suburb of Aberfoyle Park has averaged approximately 13 dwellings receiving development approval annually, amounting to a total of 65 homes over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 8 approvals have been documented. Since the locality has seen population decline, housing supply has remained sufficient to meet demand, establishing a balanced market with favorable buyer options, with new homes built at an average value of $328,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $20.8 million have been recorded this financial year, indicating a moderate level of commercial development.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Aberfoyle Park displays a much lower level of construction, running 76.0% below the regional average per capita. This shortage of new housing stock generally supports demand and values for established properties. This rate is similarly below the national average, reflecting a mature market and highlighting potential development limitations. New construction consists of 90.0% detached houses and 10.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the traditional suburban character of the area with an emphasis on spacious family homes. The locality averages approximately 1167 people for every dwelling approval, which point to a well-established market. Looking forward, the suburb of Aberfoyle Park is projected to expand by 960 residents by 2041, according to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projection. If current construction rates remain constant, housing supply may fail to keep pace with population growth, which would likely increase buyer competition and support price appreciation.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Aberfoyle Park, worth an estimated $18 million. A further 21 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.87 billion. 7 are already under construction and 7 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans education & training, sports & recreation 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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Few factors influence local performance as much as changes to infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning policies. A total of 4 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to impact the locality. Key initiatives include the Urban Creek Resilience and Recovery Project at Sauerbier and Homestead Creeks, the Thalassa Park Master Plan, the Aberfoyle Park High School Redevelopment, and the Aberfoyle Community Centre Expansion, with the list below highlighting the most relevant projects.
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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.
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.
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.
Living Choice Flagstaff Hill
South Australia's first integrated golf course and retirement community. Stage 1 (42 villas and The Range with 17 apartments) is complete, and Stage 2 (The Summit and The Fairway) with a new golf clubhouse and wellness facilities is now open. The village features a wellness centre, indoor heated pool, cinema, restaurant and bar, and other resident amenities.
Zero Cost Energy Future - Happy Valley Reservoir Solar Project
World's largest fully moveable solar array featuring 33,750 5B Maverick pre-fabricated solar panels with 12.8MW capacity at Happy Valley Reservoir Reserve. Generates 17 gigawatt hours of renewable energy annually to power the water treatment plant serving over 40% of Adelaide's drinking water. Part of SA Water's $300 million Zero Cost Energy Future initiative. The innovative relocatable system uses ballasted design requiring minimal ground penetration, allowing the array to be moved if needed for maintenance or site works.
6,320 residents of Aberfoyle Park are employed, from a labour force of 6,478. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 70.1%. 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 8,043, about 73% 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 suburb of Aberfoyle Park possesses a skilled workforce with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, and an estimated 5.9% expansion in employment over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 6,320 residents are employed, which places the unemployment rate at 1.4% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%, while workforce participation is standard at 70.1% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census data indicates a low 11.7% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 restrictions during that period should be taken into account.
Resident employment is heavily concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. In contrast, the accommodation & food sector shows lower representation at 5.3% compared to the regional average of 6.8%. This mostly residential community seems to provide few local employment options, as shown by the ratio of Census working population to resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, the 12-month period saw employment rise by 5.9% and the labour force grow by 5.0%, which led to a 0.9 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Adelaide saw employment expand by 4.2% and its labour force grow by 4.0%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context regarding potential future demand in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been applied to the local employment profile to model potential expansion trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary significantly across industry categories. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local workforce mix suggests employment in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park should grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Aberfoyle Park is $1,765 a week (about $92,000 a year), with median personal income at $783 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,713 a year against an average of $61,371. 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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Income levels in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park are lower than the national average, according to the latest financial year 2023 ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch. The median income among taxpayers is $52,713 and the average income is $61,371, compared to Greater Adelaide figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates stand at approximately $58,074 for the median and $67,612 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and personal incomes all rank in the moderate range, placing between the 45th and 51st percentiles.
The largest income bracket consists of 37.4% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (4,134 residents), which corresponds with the wider region where this segment constitutes 31.8%. After paying housing costs, residents keep 87.2% of their income, which indicates solid purchasing power and positions the area in the 6th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Aberfoyle Park had 4,167 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $340 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 19.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park at the time of the latest Census consisted of 94.5% houses and 5.5% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings in metro Adelaide. Furthermore, home ownership in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park was higher than the Adelaide metro average, standing at 35.1%, with the remaining properties either mortgaged (49.9%) or rented (14.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $340, compared to metro averages of $1,562 and $320 respectively.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park are considerably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Aberfoyle Park counted 4,167 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 20% 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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Family households represent the vast majority of homes at 77.9%, consisting of couples with children at 35.2%, couples without children at 30.2%, and single parent households at 12.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.1%, with lone person households at 20.4% and group households at 1.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 people is slightly larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.0% of adults in Aberfoyle Park hold a university qualification, including 18.2% with a bachelor degree and 4.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.2% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 1,892 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,044 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 educational profile of the suburb of Aberfoyle Park is distinct within the region, with university qualification rates at 26.0% of residents aged 15+ exceeding the SA3 average of 18.9%, illustrating a community focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 18.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 37.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (26.2%). Participation in education is high, with 26.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal studies.
This total includes 10.2% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, and 5.1% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Aberfoyle Park reaches 63 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 820 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 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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Public transit analysis indicates 63 active transit stops operate within the suburb of Aberfoyle Park, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 26 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 822 passenger trips every week. Transit access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 217 meters from their nearest stop. Because this is a primary residential area, most workers commute outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the principal mode of travel at 90%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per dwelling, which exceeds the regional average.
A relatively low 11.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Transit service frequency averages 117 trips daily across all routes, which translates to approximately 13 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
64.6% of residents in Aberfoyle Park report no long-term health condition. 7.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.3% 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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Health indicators in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park align closely with national averages, according to AreaSearch metrics on mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, showing standard levels of common medical conditions across younger and older demographics, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~5,667 people). Mental health conditions and arthritis were identified as the most common medical diagnoses in the area, affecting 9.1 and 8.8% of residents respectively, while 64.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
Working-age residents experience chronic health conditions at rates above the average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 22.6% of the local population (2,498 people), which is higher than the 19.2% recorded in Greater Adelaide, with national health rankings closely matching the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Aberfoyle Park is largely Australian-born, at 77.5% of residents, with 9.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.1%) and Australian (26.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Aberfoyle Park displays above-average cultural diversity, with 9.8% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 22.5% born outside Australia. Christianity is the predominant religion, representing 43.4% of the local population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parental country of birth, the top three ancestries in the suburb of Aberfoyle Park are English at 34.1% of the population, which is notably higher than the regional average of 27.8%, Australian at 26.5%, and Scottish at 7.3%.
There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Polish residents overrepresented at 1.5% of the population (compared to 1.0% regionally), German at 6.3% (compared to 5.1%), and Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Aberfoyle Park is 42. 22.8% 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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With a median age of 42, the suburb of Aberfoyle Park is slightly older than Greater Adelaide at 39 and is notably above the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 12.7% compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 10.5%. Following the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group expanded from 5.4% to 7.3% of the population, and the 65 to 74 cohort rose from 11.6% to 12.7%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 14.5% to 13.2%.
Demographic projections suggest the age profile of the suburb of Aberfoyle Park will change significantly by 2041. Leading this shift, the 75 to 84 group is projected to increase by 42% (335 people) to reach 1,142 from 806. The aging trend is pronounced, with residents aged 65+ accounting for 58% of projected growth, while the 55 to 64 cohort is expected to shrink by 180 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Aberfoyle Park
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 Suburb (SAL) 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 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 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 — 9 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,234 at the 2021 Census → 11,054 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 (SAL40001). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.