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The median house price in Banksia is $1.89m, with units at $819k. House values have moved 4.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Banksia has an estimated 3,714 residents, up from 3,277 at the 2021 Census — a change of 437 people, or 13.3%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years, faster than 81% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 88.0% of that increase. That puts 3,869 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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Following examination of demographic adjustments compiled by the ABS for the wider region, alongside recent postal address verifications conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Banksia contains approximately 3,714 residents as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 437 residents (13.3%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,277 citizens. This population level was calculated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 release of estimated resident population statistics from the ABS combined with 2 verified new addresses added since the Census date. This population count yields a density of 3,868 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the highest 10% of all Australian areas analysed by AreaSearch and highlighting the intense demand for local real estate.
The 13.3% rate of growth recorded in the suburb of Banksia since the 2021 Census outpaced both the broader SA4 region (6.5%) and the state overall, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population expansion. This upward trend was largely supported by arrivals from abroad, which accounted for approximately 88.0% of the overall demographic increase during recent periods. In formulating future expectations, projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline are utilised for each SA2 unit. For areas lacking this coverage, equivalent forecasts published by the NSW State Government in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. The age cohort growth dynamics from these datasets are applied to project shifts between 2032 and 2041. Based on these aggregated SA2-level forecasts, the suburb of Banksia is anticipated to experience population expansion that exceeds the national median, with an expected increase of 764 residents by 2041, representing a total rise of 20.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
47 new dwellings have been approved in Banksia over the past five years, an average of 9 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 1, 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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According to research by AreaSearch on ABS residential building approvals distributed from local statistical data, the suburb of Banksia averages about 9 approved residential dwellings annually, culminating in an estimated 47 homes approved over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, plus 1 approval recorded in FY-26. Because an average of 5.5 new inhabitants have moved in per constructed home over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply is falling short of demand, which typically intensifies buyer interest and exerts upward pressure on prices, with newly constructed dwellings averaging a cost of $410,000.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals worth $5.5 million have been registered during this financial year, emphasizing the predominantly non-commercial, residential layout of the community. Relative to the Greater Sydney region, building approvals in the suburb of Banksia are minimal, tracking 52.0% below the per capita regional average. This lack of fresh dwelling stock generally bolsters demand and valuations for pre-existing properties, even though building approvals have risen in recent times. This volume also registers below national benchmarks, pointing to the mature nature of the locality and highlighting possible developmental constraints. Recent building activity consists of 17.0% detached houses and 83.0% medium to high-density projects. This emphasis on denser accommodation provides cheaper entry points and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct departure from the current housing mix, which features 78.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land alongside shifting lifestyles and a call for varied, affordable housing. With approximately 184 citizens for every approval, the suburb of Banksia displays characteristics of an evolving community. Future projections suggest the suburb of Banksia will grow by 764 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the addition of new dwellings may not keep up with population expansion, potentially worsening buyer competition and helping to elevate property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Banksia, worth an estimated $3 million. A further 88 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $19.7 billion. 22 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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 planning developments, and new initiatives have a major influence on local property dynamics. In total, 24 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the local area. Key projects include Fox Lane Rockdale, the 588-592 Princes Highway Mixed-Use Development, the 570 Princes Highway Co-Living Development, and the Rockdale Community and Cultural Centre, with the following list highlighting those of greatest relevance.
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Arncliffe Central
Arncliffe Central is a mixed-tenure urban renewal redevelopment of the former Arncliffe Estate between Eden Street and the Princes Highway. The project is replacing 142 ageing social housing dwellings with 806 new apartments across four buildings, including 311 social housing apartments, 291 affordable housing apartments and 204 private market apartments. It also includes a 4000 sqm public park, shops, community facilities, a childcare centre, pedestrian links and landscaped public spaces. Construction is underway, with social homes on track for 2027 and the wider precinct expected to complete in 2028.
Fox Lane Rockdale
Fox Lane Rockdale is a $50 million boutique residential development featuring 43 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments plus two ground-floor commercial/retail spaces. The project offers chic modern interiors and resort-style rooftop amenities including a pool, gym, BBQ area, and outdoor cinema, along with secure parking. Located in the heart of Rockdale, it provides excellent connectivity to public transport, shopping, and local parks.
Kogarah North Urban Design Strategy Implementation
Strategic urban renewal project transforming 7.6-hectare Kogarah North precinct from low-density residential to high-density mixed-use development. Endorsed by Georges River Council in November 2017, the strategy facilitates coordinated redevelopment with new planning controls allowing buildings up to 33 metres height. Multiple developments approved and under construction including several 10-12 storey residential buildings delivering improved public spaces, enhanced connectivity, and housing diversity as part of Kogarah Strategic Centre.
Rockdale Bicentennial Park Reinstatement
Reinstatement and upgrade of Rockdale Bicentennial Park as part of the M6 Stage 1 project. Works include restoration of parkland after tunnel construction, upgraded playing fields, skate park, playgrounds, shared walking and cycling paths, wetland restoration, increased tree canopy and new recreational infrastructure. The Urban Design and Landscape Plan for the park was approved in 2024, however delivery remains tied to completion of M6 Stage 1 construction. Following the 2024 tunnelling suspension, tunnelling resumed during 2026 with park reinstatement to follow project completion.
570 Princes Highway Co-Living Development
A 12-storey mixed-use development featuring 65 co-living rooms, a ground-floor commercial tenancy, communal areas including a rooftop terrace, basement parking, and sustainable design elements for affordable shared living in Rockdale.
Rail Service Improvement Program - Central to Hurstville Capital Works
Upgrades along the T4/T8 corridor between Central and Hurstville to boost rail capacity and reliability. Scope includes the Sydney Terminal Area Reconfiguration (track reconfiguration and platform extensions around Central to Erskineville Junction), the Hurstville crossover, targeted station works and power/signalling upgrades. Delivered by the Next Rail partnership (John Holland and Jacobs) for Transport for NSW.
Ice Zoo Wolli Creek
Olympic-sized ice skating rink providing year-round facilities for public skating, ice hockey, figure skating, and other ice sports. It serves as a community hub and training ground for athletes, featuring sustainable design elements, parking, cafe, and gym.
Kogarah Public School Upgrade
The Kogarah Public School upgrade involves constructing a new multipurpose hall, 24 new modern classrooms, outdoor spaces and play areas, a covered outdoor learning area (COLA), and removal of temporary classrooms. Construction is now underway: site establishment was completed in September 2025 including fencing, hoardings, site sheds and a temporary construction driveway from Princes Highway. The old COLA has been dismantled for reuse at another school, the toilet block and storage shed have been demolished, and detailed excavation, inground services and piling for the new building foundations are now in progress.Builder Stephen Edwards Constructions and architect Fulton Trotter are delivering the project for the NSW Government, with forecast completion in 2027.
2,236 residents of Banksia are employed, from a labour force of 2,267. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 72.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,138, about 85% 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 Banksia has a highly educated labor force with a notable concentration of professionals, a low unemployment rate of 1.4%, and an annual employment growth rate of 3.2% estimated from local data aggregated by AreaSearch. As of March 2026, working residents number 2,236, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.8% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is standard at 72.7% compared to the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census responses indicate that a substantial 38.8% of the working population performed their jobs from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. The suburb of Banksia displays a strong representation in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment shares in this sector reaching 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing jobs account for only 4.1% of the workforce, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 5.7%. The area is predominantly residential and seems to offer few local jobs, as shown by comparing the number of working residents to the locally based workforce in the Census. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics gathered from broader geographic areas, the recent 12-month period saw local employment rise by 3.2% alongside a 3.1% increase in the total labor force, which led to a 0.1 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a minor decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 published by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context on potential workforce demand trends in the suburb of Banksia. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by industry. Weighting these national industry trends to the specific employment profile of the suburb of Banksia indicates a local employment expansion of 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, noting this is a simple weighted calculation that does not factor in local population growth projections.
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Median household income in Banksia is $2,018 a week (about $105,000 a year), with median personal income at $763 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,942 a year against an average of $60,651. 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 AreaSearch's collation of the latest postcode-level tax data released by the ATO for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Banksia recorded a median income of $47,942 and an average income of $60,651. These figures sit below national averages and compare to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of approximately $52,890 and an average of $66,910 as of March 2026.
Census findings show that household income is at the 66th percentile ($2,018 weekly), while personal income ranks at the 41st percentile. The income bracket between $1,500 and $2,999 is the most common, accounting for 30.9% of residents (1,147 people), matching the broader region where 30.9% also fall into this category. High housing costs absorb 16.5% of incomes, but strong household earnings keep disposable income at the 65th percentile, and the area's SEIFA index for income places it in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Banksia had 1,105 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 78% detached houses and 11% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 24.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the composition of dwellings in the suburb of Banksia consisted of 77.8% detached houses and 22.2% alternative housing types, such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to the Sydney metropolitan breakdown of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in the suburb of Banksia was significantly higher than the Sydney metropolitan average, standing at 39.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (38.1%) or renting (22.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Sydney metro average at $2,500, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $500, compared to regional averages of $2,427 and $470.
On a national scale, mortgage costs in the suburb of Banksia are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Banksia counted 1,105 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,252 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 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 in the suburb of Banksia at 77.5%, consisting of couples with children at 37.3%, couples without children at 25.2%, and single-parent households at 13.6%. Non-family households comprise the remaining 22.5%, with single-person households representing 17.4% and group households making up 4.7% of the total. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is slightly larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.4% of adults in Banksia hold a university qualification, including 22.1% with a bachelor degree and 7.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 81% of areas nationally. A further 18.0% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment levels in the suburb of Banksia sit below regional averages, with 30.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university qualification, compared to 38.7% across the broader SA3 area. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and vocational training. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 22.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.2%. Vocational and technical training is well represented, with 28.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.1% and certificates at 18.0%.
Educational enrollment rates are high, with 28.9% of residents currently attending an educational institution. This population consists of 9.1% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, and 5.8% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Banksia reaches 16 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 services in the suburb of Banksia include 16 active stops offering a combination of train and bus connections. These stops are served by 8 separate routes, which together accommodate 2,011 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 229 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb of Banksia is primary residential, meaning most working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the most common transport method at 75%, and trains used by 16%. Inhabitants own an average of 1.2 cars per household.
A high proportion of residents (38.8%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect conditions during the pandemic. Service frequency across all local transport routes averages 287 journeys per day, which translates to approximately 125 weekly services for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.3% of residents in Banksia report no long-term health condition. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, residents in the suburb of Banksia show favorable health trends, with low rates of common illnesses across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 51% of the population (~1,892 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.3% and 6.1% of the population, respectively. However, 74.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
The working-age population exhibits strong health profiles with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.9% of the population (701 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Health outcomes for these older residents are strong, with national rankings aligning closely with those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
45.2% of Banksia residents were born overseas and 52.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 89% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (12.8%) and Australian (11.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Banksia displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 45.2% of residents born outside Australia and 52.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religion, followed by 55.7% of the population. The most significant religious overrepresentation is Islam, which is practiced by 11.0% of residents compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Banksia are Other at 16.8%, English at 12.8% (which is lower than the regional average of 19.0%), and Australian at 11.9% (which is lower than the regional average of 17.8%).
Significant differences from regional averages are also visible in other ancestries, with Macedonian ancestry notably high at 9.5% of the population (compared to 0.4% regionally), Lebanese ancestry at 6.0% (compared to 2.6%), and Greek ancestry at 5.6% (compared to 1.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Banksia is 40. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 26.6% 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 in the suburb of Banksia is 40 years, which is slightly higher than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, there is a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (9.8% locally) and a lower proportion in the 25 - 34 bracket (13.9%). Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 10.8% to 12.7% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 14.2% to 13.0%.
Demographic models project that the age profile in the suburb of Banksia will change significantly by 2041, with the 45 to 54 group expected to grow by 164 people (34%) from 482 to 647. Residents aged 65 and older are projected to account for 50% of the total population growth, reflecting an aging population trend, while the 0 to 4 age group is expected to grow by a modest 2%, adding 3 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Banksia
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 2025 about a year ago all 5 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 2025. | ||
| 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 — 2 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,277 at the 2021 Census → 3,714 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 (SAL10179). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.