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The median house price in Adamstown is $1.21m, with units at $805k. House values have moved 6.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Adamstown has an estimated 7,180 residents, up from 6,335 at the 2021 Census — a change of 845 people, or 13.3%. Growth has averaged 2.4% a year over five years, faster than 81% of areas nationally. 206 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 47.0% of that increase. That puts 2,354 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 data compiled from ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside address verifications completed by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Adamstown has an estimated resident count of approximately 7,180 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 845 individuals (13.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,335 people. This calculation is derived from a baseline population of 7,112 estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP data release, combined with an additional 206 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date.
With these figures, the suburb of Adamstown has a density of 2,354 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 13.3% since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of NSW (4.9%) and the broader SA4 region, positioning the suburb of Adamstown as a primary growth driver. This population increase was mostly fueled by natural increase, which accounted for roughly 47.0% of the overall population gains in recent times, though interstate migration and overseas migration also contributed positively. Projections for each SA2 area are sourced from ABS and Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 localities missing from this dataset, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are utilized. Age group growth rates extracted from these sources are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, the suburb of Adamstown is projected to experience population growth slightly below the national median for non-metropolitan areas, with an expected increase of 471 persons by 2041 using aggregated SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 5.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
303 new dwellings have been approved in Adamstown over the past five years, an average of 60 a year. That places the area in the 84th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 44 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 41% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 181, running ahead of 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals adjusted from statistical area data indicates that Adamstown averages approximately 60 residential building approvals annually. Over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), 303 dwellings were approved, with another 166 approved during FY-26 so far. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), there has been an average of 2.6 new occupants per approved dwelling, signaling robust demand that supports property values. The average construction value for these new dwellings is $518,000, showing that developers are prioritizing upscale, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial building approvals total $7.9 million for the current financial year, showing a subdued focus on commercial projects.
Per capita construction activity in Adamstown is 70.0% higher than in the Rest of NSW, providing home buyers with more options. The mix of new residential projects consists of 41.0% detached houses and 59.0% multi-unit developments such as apartments or townhouses. This preference for medium-density options creates more accessible entry-level options and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear shift from the existing housing profile, where houses make up 68.0% of properties, pointing to a decline in vacant residential land and adapting to shifting lifestyle choices and budget constraints. Reflecting its status as a growth corridor, the area registers approximately 128 people for every residential approval. Demographic projections indicate that the suburb of Adamstown will gain 403 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Given current building trends, the supply of new housing is positioned to satisfy this demand, maintaining favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling population increases that exceed current forecasts.
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 Adamstown, worth an estimated $300 million. A further 42 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.85 billion. 14 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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 projects, major developments, and planning schemes are primary drivers of neighborhood change. AreaSearch has identified a total of 6 projects that are expected to impact the local area. Notable projects include The Merewether Residences, Adamstown Renewal Corridor, Woolworths Broadmeadow - Stage 1 Demolition, and Broadmeadow Place Strategy, with the key details of the most relevant initiatives listed below.
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The Merewether Residences
A luxury over-55s residential development featuring 178 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments nestled within the Merewether Golf Club, including a new clubhouse and amenities like a health club, spa, swimming pool, cinema, communal kitchen, and workshop.
Adamstown Renewal Corridor
The Adamstown Renewal Corridor is a strategic urban renewal initiative under the Newcastle Development Control Plan, promoting housing intensification, mixed-use developments, economic renewal, and redevelopments of specific sites to enhance density, streetscapes, and public spaces. It targets an additional 700 dwellings along the corridor.
Woolworths Broadmeadow - Stage 1 Demolition
Retail project involving Stage 1 demolition works for the Woolworths store in Broadmeadow. Part of a larger retail development or refurbishment.
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion
Approved State significant redevelopment of Lake Macquarie Private Hospital by Ramsay Health Care. The NSW Independent Planning Commission approved two alternative options on 29 May 2025: SSD-38025700, a nine-level health services facility with 114 additional patient beds, three day surgeries, ten consulting suites, 56 additional car spaces and civil works; and SSD-71941462, a smaller six-storey hospital tower option with a 40-bed ward tower, medical imaging, back-of-house facilities and car parking. Ramsay's project scope includes more operating theatre capacity, emergency department and short-stay bays, oncology chairs, new wards, critical care and private-room upgrades.The hospital says works will occur in stages, with completion of the upgraded hospital due in 2027.
Hunter Indoor Sports Centre (HISC)
A proposed 12-court multi-purpose indoor sports complex on Wallarah and Blackley Ovals in New Lambton, designed to replace the ageing 1970s Newcastle Basketball Stadium at Broadmeadow which must be vacated by early 2028 to make way for the Broadmeadow Place Strategy housing redevelopment. The facility includes a 2,000-seat show court, allied health suites, gym and movement studio, cafe, function rooms, accessible change rooms, social spaces and car parking. It will cater to basketball, netball, volleyball, futsal, pickleball and badminton, and serve more than 6,000 active members plus regional users.The State Significant Development Application (SSD-65595459) was first exhibited in October-November 2024, then re-exhibited from 21 August to 17 September 2025 following a Response to Submissions. The amended proposal shifts the building further west and updates traffic and flood management plans. A final determination by the NSW Independent Planning Commission is expected in early 2026.
Lingard Private Hospital Expansion
A major multi-stage expansion of Lingard Private Hospital involving the construction of a new hospital building and the refurbishment of existing facilities. The project includes a multi-storey extension providing additional wards, an imaging department, and operating theatres. The expansion increases the hospital's capacity from 125 to 210 licensed beds and expands the operating theatre count from 11 to 16. It also features a new Genea Clinic, additional consulting rooms, and enhanced parking facilities including a multi-level carpark.
Newcastle Inner City Bypass - Rankin Park to Jesmond
The 3.4 km Rankin Park to Jesmond section is the fifth and final stage of the Newcastle Inner City Bypass. Construction has reached a major milestone with the bypass alignment fully connected and all major bridges completed. Remaining works include final road surfacing, northern interchange ramps, traffic systems, shared user paths and landscaping before opening. The project will remove up to 30000 vehicles per day from surrounding local roads, improve access to John Hunter Hospital, reduce travel times and enhance pedestrian and cyclist connections.
Westfield Kotara Mixed-Use Redevelopment
Scentre Group is progressing plans for a significant mixed-use redevelopment of the Westfield Kotara site to create a 'town centre of the future.' The project involves integrating high-density residential housing with the established retail hub, utilizing approximately 60% of existing land currently used for car parks. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to deliver over 16,000 dwellings across several Westfield destinations by leveraging strategic masterplanning. The redevelopment aims to enhance community connectivity by adding a substantial residential component near transport and shopping infrastructure.
4,200 residents of Adamstown are employed, from a labour force of 4,360. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 73.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,372, about 89% 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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A highly qualified labor force characterizes the suburb of Adamstown, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 3.7%, and steady employment levels over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,200, representing an unemployment rate 0.4% lower than the Regional NSW rate of 4.1%, while the participation rate of 73.4% was significantly higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 60.6%. Census data also revealed that a substantial 29.4% of employed locals worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. The local workforce is heavily concentrated in health care & social assistance, representing 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 5.3%. Given the comparison between the Census working population and resident population, this residential enclave provides relatively few local job opportunities. Based on AreaSearch tracking of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader statistical region, the labor force expanded by 0.9% over the 12-month period, while total employment fell by 0.4%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% reduction in employment, a 0.4% drop in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Long-term employment opportunities in Adamstown can be assessed using the Jobs and Skills Australia national employment projections from May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by sector. Applying these trends to the local employment mix suggests that employment in Adamstown will rise by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, using a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Adamstown is $1,875 a week (about $98,000 a year), with median personal income at $925 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,756 a year against an average of $71,858. 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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Taxpayer data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that income levels in the suburb of Adamstown exceed the national average. The median income for taxpayers is $57,756, and the average income is $71,858, compared to Regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, March 2026 estimates suggest these figures have risen to approximately $63,716 for the median and $79,274 for the average. In the 2021 Census, individual, family, and household incomes placed Adamstown around the 63rd percentile nationally.
The largest income cohort comprises 30.8% of residents (2,211 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, which is similar to the wider region where 29.9% of taxpayers fall into this range. High housing costs account for 16.7% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income at the 57th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Adamstown had 2,531 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 15% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 41% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $395 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,100 a month. Rent absorbs 21.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.8%. 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 housing mix in Adamstown consisted of 67.6% houses and 32.5% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, whereas Regional NSW recorded 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwelling types. Home ownership rates in Adamstown were lower than the Regional NSW average at 27.7%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 31.6% and rented properties making up 40.6%. The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $2,100, which is considerably higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $395, compared to Regional NSW's $330.
On a national level, Adamstown's mortgage costs are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents also exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Adamstown counted 2,531 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,869 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 63.3% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 26.4%, couples without children at 24.5%, and single parent families at 11.0%. Non-family households represent the remaining 36.7% of the total, with single person households accounting for 29.6% and group households comprising 6.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, matching the average for Regional NSW.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.9% of adults in Adamstown hold a university qualification, including 23.3% with a bachelor degree and 6.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 22.9% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,486 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,089 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational qualification levels in Adamstown are significantly higher than regional averages, with 32.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 26.1% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 23.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.6% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Technical and trade qualifications are also common, with 33.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (22.9%).
Enrolment in formal education is high, with 29.5% of the population participating in study. This group includes 8.8% in primary schools, 8.1% in tertiary institutions, and 7.0% in secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Adamstown reaches 83 stops on 33 routes, timetabled for about 1,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport infrastructure in Adamstown includes 83 active train and bus stops. These stops are served by 33 separate routes, which provide a total of 1,733 passenger trips per week. Transport access is rated as excellent, with the average distance to the nearest stop being 127 meters. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the dominant mode of travel at 90%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 cars per household, which is lower than the regional average. Additionally, 29.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.
Across all transit lines, service frequency averages 247 trips per day, which translates to approximately 20 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.5% of residents in Adamstown report no long-term health condition. 5.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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Data from AreaSearch regarding mortality and chronic illnesses shows that Adamstown faces notable health challenges, with common medical conditions present in both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very high at approximately 55% of the population (~3,972 people). This compares to 51.9% for Regional NSW. The most common medical diagnoses in the area are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 10.4% and 7.9% of residents respectively, while 68.5% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Health profiles for working-age residents are average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.7% of the population (983 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Adamstown is largely Australian-born, at 87.6% of residents, with 8.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.7%) and Australian (28.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Adamstown has lower cultural diversity than average, with 87.6% of residents born in Australia, 92.0% holding citizenship, and 91.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 47.2% of residents. However, the most notable religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW. Based on parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Adamstown are English (29.7%), Australian (28.7%), and Irish (10.0%). There are also notable differences in the representation of other backgrounds, with Macedonian overrepresented at 1.2% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Welsh at 0.7% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Serbian at 0.4% (compared to 0.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Adamstown is 36. 33.1% 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 36 years in Adamstown is lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38 years. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 17.9% compared to Regional NSW, while the 65 - 74 age group is less common at 7.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 17.1% to 17.9% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 12.2% to 11.5%. Population projections for 2041 indicate notable demographic shifts in Adamstown, led by the 25 to 34 age group, which is expected to grow by 22% (284 people) to reach 1,570 from 1,285.
Conversely, the 75 to 84 and 5 to 14 age brackets are projected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Adamstown
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 | May 2026 3 months ago 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 May 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 — 206 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,335 at the 2021 Census → 7,180 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 (SAL10016). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.