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The median house price in Balmain East is $4.10m, with units at $1.50m. House values have moved 7.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Balmain East has an estimated 1,954 residents, up from 1,900 at the 2021 Census — a change of 54 people, or 2.8%. That puts 5,747 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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Drawing on ABS demographic updates covering the wider region and new address datasets verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Balmain East has a projected population of approximately 1,954 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 54 people (2.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,900 people. This shift is calculated from the resident total of 1,954, determined by AreaSearch after examining the June 2025 ABS ERP release alongside post-Census address verification. This population level yields a density of 5,747 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the highest 10% of all national areas analyzed by AreaSearch and highlighting the intense demand for local land.
The primary driver of this population expansion was overseas migration, which was responsible for roughly 72.0% of the overall demographic gains in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were 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 baseline are substituted. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are also applied across all areas for the span from 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic shifts, the suburb of Balmain East is projected to experience a population rise slightly under the national median for statistical areas, with a projected expansion of 153 persons by 2041 according to grouped SA2-level forecasts, representing a overall increase of 7.8% over the 16 years.
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Only two dwelling approvals have been documented in the suburb of Balmain East over the preceding five-year timeframe. This indicates that the locality is almost entirely developed, leaving little to no open land for construction. Established neighborhoods of this nature frequently experience consistent demand for existing properties, given that buyers are presented with few newly built alternatives.
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 106 current infrastructure and development projects close to Balmain East, worth an estimated $162.3 billion. 30 are already under construction and 29 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 urban planning changes are major drivers of local property markets. AreaSearch has identified a total of 3 projects that are expected to influence the local area. The most significant projects include the Western Harbour Tunnel, Central Barangaroo, Central Barangaroo, and the White Bay Power Station Redevelopment, with details provided on those most likely to affect the neighborhood.
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Cockle Bay Park (Cockle Bay Wharf Redevelopment)
A state-significant transformation of Cockle Bay Wharf into a vibrant mixed-use precinct. The project features a 183-metre commercial tower providing 75,000 sqm of premium office space, a 14,000 sqm retail and entertainment podium, and over 15,000 sqm of public open space, including a 5,500 sqm elevated park bridging the Western Distributor to reconnect the CBD with the waterfront.
Western Harbour Tunnel
The Western Harbour Tunnel is a major 6.5 km twin three-lane motorway tunnel forming a third crossing of Sydney Harbour. As of May 2026, assembly of the massive Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) Patyegarang and Barangaroo is reaching critical milestones in the launch chambers under Birchgrove. TBM Patyegarang is scheduled for harbour launch in mid-2026, while Barangaroo is expected to follow later in the year. Over 76% of total project excavation is now complete, and more than 4,405 precast concrete segments have been produced at the Emu Plains support facility to line the harbour crossing section.
Harbourside Redevelopment by Mirvac
A $2 billion transformative mixed-use redevelopment of the former Harbourside Shopping Centre at Darling Harbour, delivered as a 50/50 joint venture between Mirvac and Mitsubishi Estate Co. The project delivers 87,000 sqm of gross floor area including 45,000 sqm of commercial and retail space and 42,000 sqm of residential in a 48-storey tower with approximately 260 luxury apartments and penthouses. The precinct features 10,000 sqm of public open space including a 3,500 sqm waterfront park, a widened promenade, a new laneway network, and 6,000 sqm of green roofs.A 4,000 sqm conference and events centre is also included. The tower core structure passed Level 20 as of late 2025 and the final major development application (SSDA No. 03 Public Domain) was approved by the Independent Planning Commission in June 2025. Staged completion is expected from 2026/2027. The precinct is designed by Snohetta and Hassell Studio.
Central Barangaroo
Central Barangaroo is the final major stage of the Barangaroo waterfront renewal, linking Barangaroo Reserve with Barangaroo South. Aqualand, in partnership with the NSW Government, has concept approval for a 5.2 hectare mixed-use precinct with residential, retail, hospitality, community uses, a new metro entry, over 2 hectares of public open space and more than 50 retail destinations. Two early works development applications have planning consent, with site establishment, investigations, services diversions, perimeter retention wall and excavation works expected to begin from Q2 2026 and take about two years.Further SSDAs for the basement, buildings and public domain are to follow, with the first stage expected around 2030.
Central Barangaroo
Central Barangaroo is the final 5.2-hectare precinct of the Barangaroo waterfront transformation. Led by Aqualand, the development features a 2-hectare Harbour Park, a 270-metre pedestrian boulevard, and a mix of luxury residential, commercial, and retail spaces. Following the approval of Modification 9 in 2024/2025, the project now includes a refined building envelope for a world-class hotel and residential apartments. The precinct is designed to be carbon neutral and is fully integrated with the new Barangaroo Metro Station, providing seamless transit access to the Sydney CBD.
Loyalty Square Balmain Improvement Works
Inner West Council public domain upgrade to Loyalty Square in Balmain under the Main Streets Revitalisation Program. The works include a new memorial wall or structure recognising local WWI fallen soldiers not listed on the 1916 memorial, retention of the existing memorial, relocation of plaques, removal of bollards and chains, renewed gardens, lighting improvements, and accessible public furniture. Council resolved in October 2025 to proceed with design and procurement, and the memorial wall wording and names update was noted in December 2025.Council records in early 2026 listed the project as in progress and scheduled for completion before Anzac Day 2026.
The Star Sydney - Ritz-Carlton Hotel & Lyric Theatre
A major redevelopment of The Star Sydney precinct featuring a 66-storey tower designed by FJMT. The tower will house the return of The Ritz-Carlton to Sydney with 237 luxury hotel rooms and 204 residential apartments. In addition to the tower, the project includes the conversion of the former Event Centre into a world-class theatre complex managed by Foundation Theatres, consisting of a 1,550-seat Broadway-style theatre and a 1,000-seat live entertainment room. Construction by Multiplex is ongoing, with the performance venues delivering new cultural infrastructure for the Pyrmont precinct.
Pyrmont Peninsula Place Strategy
A 20-year strategic framework transforming the Pyrmont Peninsula into a premier jobs hub and 24-hour cultural destination. Key progress in 2026 includes the shortlisting of three consortia (Gamuda/Urban Property, John Holland/Third.i, and Watpac/Plenary) for the Pyrmont Integrated Station Development, featuring a 31-storey tower with 160 apartments and 5 levels of commercial space. The strategy targets approximately 4,800 homes and 27,000 jobs by 2041, supported by a $148 million local infrastructure contribution plan for green links and public spaces.
1,179 residents of Balmain East are employed, from a labour force of 1,210. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 70.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,752, about 90% 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 Balmain East features a highly qualified labor force, particularly characterized by strong representation within the technology sector, alongside a local unemployment rate of only 2.6% as aggregated by AreaSearch from regional statistics. By March 2026, 1,179 residents were employed, representing an unemployment rate 1.6% below the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, while labor force participation was matching the Greater Sydney average of 69.1%. Census records indicate that a substantial 67.9% of the working population operated from home, though this figure should be interpreted alongside the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are professional & technical services, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. The community exhibits a pronounced concentration in professional & technical services, where the employment proportion is 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing is minor, accounting for just 2.2% of the workforce in the suburb of Balmain East compared to 5.7% in Greater Sydney. Although there are local employment options, a comparison between Census worker numbers and the resident population suggests a large portion of the workforce travels outside the area for work. Based on AreaSearch research using SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, the recent 12-month period saw a contraction of 1.5% in the local labor force and a 1.3% dip in employment, which reduced the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment expansion of 1.9%, labor force growth of 1.9%, and a minimal decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on potential future demand in the suburb of Balmain East. These five and ten-year forecasts have been correlated with the local workforce profile to project potential growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industries vary widely. Aligning these sector projections with the employment distribution in the suburb of Balmain East indicates that local employment could grow by 7.7% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and excludes localized population models.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Balmain East is $3,020 a week (about $157,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,550 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $85,006 a year against an average of $158,389. The average runs 86% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the most recent postcode ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Balmain East recorded a median income of $85,006 and an average income of $158,389. This places the area within the top national percentile, compared to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Adjusting for WPI growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $93,779 for the median and $174,735 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Balmain East rank in the 97th to 98th national percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 41.2% of taxpayers earning $4000+ weekly (805 residents), contrasting with the wider metropolitan pattern where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is largest at 30.9%. A substantial 51.6% of residents earn more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to high affluence that sustains local commerce. Housing expenses account for 16.5% of earnings, yet strong wages preserve disposable income at the 96th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Balmain East had 795 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 16% detached houses and 38% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 41% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $617 a week and the median mortgage repayment $4,333 a month, a total housing cost higher than 98% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.1%. 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 architecture in the suburb of Balmain East at the time of the latest Census consisted of 15.8% standalone houses and 84.2% alternative dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% alternative formats throughout the Sydney metro area. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Balmain East stood at 34.6%, exceeding the Sydney metro average, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (24.5%) or occupied by tenants (40.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $4,333 was significantly higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent of $617 exceeded the metro figure of $470.
On a national scale, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Balmain East are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are similarly well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Balmain East counted 795 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 32% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 64.0%, consisting of couples with children at 24.5%, couples without children at 32.3%, and single parent households at 6.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 36.0%, with single person dwellings making up 33.0% and group households representing 3.6%. The median household size stands at 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
62.7% of adults in Balmain East hold a university qualification, including 37.2% with a bachelor degree and 21.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 87% of areas nationally. A further 8.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 93 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,156 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 rates in the suburb of Balmain East are significantly higher than broader averages, with 62.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of education positions the local population well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 37.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 21.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. Vocational qualifications are held by 17.1% of those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.2% and certificates at 8.9%. Participation in study is high, with 26.9% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This is composed of 8.2% in primary schools, 8.2% in secondary schools, and 6.3% enrolled in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Balmain East reaches 15 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 3,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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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Analysis of local transit shows 15 active public transport stops in the suburb of Balmain East, providing a combination of ferry and bus services. These stops are served by 6 different routes, which support 3,875 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 136 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers travel to other suburbs, with private cars being the primary mode at 65%, while 6% walk and 6% use buses. Average car ownership is 0.8 vehicles per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average.
A high 67.9% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Transit services average 553 daily journeys across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 258 weekly services at each individual stop.
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73.4% of residents in Balmain East report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 88% of areas nationally. 2.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 89.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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 metrics reflect excellent outcomes in the suburb of Balmain East, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic illness rates, showing very low rates of common illnesses across all age cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is remarkably high, encompassing approximately 89% of the population (1,742 people). This compares to a rate of 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues were the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 8.1% and 7.3% of residents respectively, while 73.4% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better health profiles than the national average. Individuals aged 65 and over represent 22.3% of the community (435 people), higher than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Seniors in the area exhibit very positive health outcomes, with national standings matching those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.5% of Balmain East residents were born overseas and 11.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.3%) and Australian (19.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Balmain East displays above-average cultural diversity, with 11.2% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 29.5% born in another country. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 42.2% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious concentration relative to the wider city is Judaism, which accounts for 0.6% of residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in the suburb of Balmain East are English at 30.3% (well above the metropolitan average of 19.0%), Australian at 19.0%, and Irish at 12.6% (significantly higher than the regional average of 6.1%).
There are also notable concentrations of other ancestries: Welsh represents 0.9% of the population (compared to 0.4% regionally), French stands at 1.0% (compared to 0.5%), and Russian makes up 0.5% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Balmain East is 46, older than 82% of areas nationally. 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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The median age of 46 years in the suburb of Balmain East is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket has a high local representation of 15.1% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 11.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 9.2% to 11.3%, and the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 6.2% to 7.7%. On the other hand, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 17.0% to 15.5% and the 0 to 4 group declined from 4.0% to 2.9%.
Projections for 2041 point to significant changes in the demographic makeup of the suburb of Balmain East. The group aged 85 and over is set to grow by 54 people (107%), rising from 50 to 105. Aging trends are prominent, with residents aged 65 and over accounting for 74% of the projected population growth, while the 15 to 24 and 35 to 44 groups are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Balmain East
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 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 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,900 at the 2021 Census → 1,954 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 (SAL10166). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.