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SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
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The median house price in Barnsley is $742k. House values have moved 4.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Barnsley has an estimated 1,849 residents, up from 1,735 at the 2021 Census — a change of 114 people, or 6.6%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. Natural increase accounts for 82.0% of that increase. That puts 524 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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Based on demographic evaluations by ABS for the surrounding region, combined with updated addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of Barnsley is estimated to be approximately 1,849 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 114 people (6.6%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 1,735 residents. This adjustment is derived from the estimated resident population of 1,849 calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and an additional 84 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 523 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for prospective development.
Barnsley's 6.6% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of NSW (4.9%) and the broader SA4 region, establishing it as a local growth leader. The primary driver of this population growth was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 82.0% of the total population gain in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are utilized. The age cohort growth rates from these datasets are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic trends, regional locations nationwide are projected to experience above-median population growth, with this specific area expected to add 293 residents by 2041 according to combined SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 15.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
117 new dwellings have been approved in Barnsley over the past five years, an average of 23 a year. That places the area in the 57th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 29 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 79% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 17, 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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AreaSearch's analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas shows that the suburb of Barnsley averages approximately 23 dwelling approvals annually, amounting to an estimated 117 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 16 approvals have been logged. With an average of only 0.8 new residents per completed dwelling annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the supply of housing is matching or exceeding demand, which gives buyers more options and supports potential population growth beyond expectations, with new properties being built at an average cost of $428,000—moderately higher than regional averages—pointing to a focus on quality builds.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $11.6 million have been registered during this financial year, showing consistent business investment. In comparison to the Rest of NSW, building activity in Barnsley is somewhat high, tracking 49.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year period, which maintains choice for buyers while supporting demand for existing homes. This rate is significantly higher than the national average, demonstrating strong developer interest in the locality. Recent building activity consists of 79.0% detached houses and 21.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the low-density character of the area through a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers wanting space. This represents a clear shift from the current housing stock, which is 99.0% houses, showing that developable land is becoming scarcer, while reflecting changing lifestyle preferences and a demand for more varied, affordable housing. There are approximately 41 people for every approved dwelling, indicating a growing market. Looking forward, Barnsley is projected to add 293 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Considering current construction trends, the supply of new housing is positioned to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable market conditions for buyers and potentially allowing population growth to outpace 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 39 current infrastructure and development projects close to Barnsley, worth an estimated $3.1 billion. 12 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, retail and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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, major developments, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Winten Cameron Park Stage 5 Development, the Sugar Valley Library Museum (kirantakamyari), the Cameron Grove Estate, and the West Wallsend and Holmesville Heritage Conservation Area Amendment, with the following details highlighting those of greatest significance.
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Cameron Grove Estate
Master-planned residential community spanning 300 hectares accommodating approximately 2,000 dwellings. Features full turn-key homes and vacant land with easy access to Cameron Park Plaza, parks, and the M1 motorway. Developed by Roche Group in partnership with RIBA Homes.
West Wallsend Swim Centre Expansion
Lake Macquarie City Council is expanding West Wallsend Swim Centre with a new heated indoor three-lane learn-to-swim pool, accessible ramp entry, accessible bathrooms and change rooms, lifeguard workspace, reception area and associated site improvements including additional parking. The project supports growing demand from West Wallsend and Cameron Park and aligns with Council's Aquatic Facilities Strategy. Construction remains underway with completion expected in 2026.
Winten Cameron Park Stage 5 Development
A massive 858-lot residential subdivision valued at $116 million, approved by the Regional Planning Panel in December 2023. Part of Winten Property Group's larger 3,300-home masterplan across 520 hectares spanning Newcastle and Lake Macquarie LGAs. The development includes two new commercial centres, a primary school, and is supported by a $22.6 million Voluntary Planning Agreement providing new parks, playgrounds, sports fields, and shared pathways. Total concept covers 2000 hectares on former coal mining land.
Cameron Grove Estate
300-hectare master-planned residential community accommodating approximately 2000 dwellings across house-and-land, medium-density and townhouse products. The estate includes a Woolworths-anchored neighbourhood centre, Harrigans Irish Pub, a large local park, lake system seamlessly integrated into natural surroundings, and an historic tramway corridor.
Edgeworth Town Centre Redevelopment
Council-led planning program to refresh and improve the Edgeworth town centre, focusing on streetscape upgrades, mixed-use activation and improved connectivity with nearby community facilities. Edgeworth is classified as a local centre under Lake Macquarie's Local Strategic Planning Statement 2025-2045, with a medium-density housing target of 50 dwellings per hectare. The adopted Edgeworth Area 2 Precinct Plan within LMDCP 2014 Revision 27 guides future residential and commercial development, conservation of riparian corridors, and road and active transport connectivity improvements.
3 Northville Drive Residential Aged Care Facility
Construction of a two-storey residential aged care facility comprising 80 residential care beds, communal living areas, staff facilities, and ancillary uses, forming part of the broader redevelopment of RFBI Hawkins Masonic Village. The project is a State Significant Development (SSD-70262213) lodged with the NSW Department of Planning, currently at the Prepare EIS stage.
Cameron Park Plaza
Completed neighbourhood shopping centre featuring Woolworths supermarket, BWS, and 22 specialty tenancies including PETstock, Snap Fitness, medical centre, dining options, and various retail services. Total GFA of 7,037 sqm with 387 parking spaces, serving the growing Cameron Park community.
Northlakes Local Centre Development Site
A prominent 16,015 square metre E1-zoned site in the heart of Cameron Park's thriving retail and commercial precinct. With dual street frontages to Northlakes Drive (160m) and Elanet Avenue (80m), the site has been sold and offers excellent opportunity for retail, large-format, and essential services development. The area's rapidly expanding population, growing at more than double state and national averages, creates strong demand for convenience retail, family-oriented amenities, and everyday services.
1,012 residents of Barnsley are employed, from a labour force of 1,060. Unemployment sits at 4.5%, with participation at 68.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,366, about 74% 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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Barnsley possesses a balanced labor force consisting of both professional and trade workers, with the construction sector being notably well-represented, and an unemployment rate of 4.5% according to aggregated statistical area data from AreaSearch. In March 2026, there are 1,012 employed residents, while the unemployment rate sits 0.4% higher than the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, and labor force participation is exceptionally high at 68.4% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census records indicate that a moderate 15.5% of workers performed their duties from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The local workforce is highly specialized in construction, employing workers at a rate 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.4% of employment, which is lower than the 5.3% average for Regional NSW. A comparison between the Census working population and resident population suggests that local job opportunities within the immediate area are relatively limited. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from wider geographic areas, the labor force shrank by 0.1% and total employment fell by 1.7% during the year ending March 2026, leading to a 1.5 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW saw employment contract by 0.9%, the labor force decrease by 0.4%, and unemployment rise by 0.5 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends in Barnsley. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with local employment sectors to project growth patterns. Although national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely by industry. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce composition indicates that employment in Barnsley should grow by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Barnsley is $1,784 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $794 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,680 a year against an average of $61,859. 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 aggregation of the latest postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023 by AreaSearch, the median taxpayer income in the suburb of Barnsley was $54,680, with the average income recorded at $61,859. These figures are below the national averages and compare to $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average) across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $60,323 for the median and $68,243 for the average. Census records indicate that household, family, and personal incomes in Barnsley are concentrated around the 50th percentile nationally.
The largest income bracket contains 37.8% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (representing 698 residents), which aligns with the broader regional trend where 29.9% fall into this bracket. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs accounts for 85.7% of total earnings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Barnsley had 616 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 52% are owned with a mortgage, 13% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 20.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Barnsley at the time of the latest Census consisted of 99.3% houses and 0.7% other housing types, such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative structures, compared to Regional NSW where houses make up 82.6% and other dwellings make up 17.4%. The rate of outright home ownership in Barnsley lagged behind the Regional NSW average, standing at 34.8%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (52.0%) or rented (13.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,733, matching the Regional NSW average, while the median weekly rent was $360, compared to Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330.
On a national level, Barnsley's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Barnsley counted 616 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 656 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 80.2%, consisting of couples with children (37.3%), couples without children (27.0%), and single parent families (12.9%). The remaining 19.8% are non-family households, which are made up of single-person households (17.7%) and group living arrangements (3.5%). The median household size of 2.7 people is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
7.7% of adults in Barnsley hold a university qualification, including 5.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 86% of areas nationally. A further 40.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 301 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 959 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 outcomes in the area show room for improvement, as the proportion of residents with university qualifications (7.7%) is notably below the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents a clear opportunity for targeted educational support. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 5.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 48.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.5%) and certificates (40.2%). A significant portion of the population, 24.6%, is enrolled in formal study.
This student population includes 9.2% in primary school, 6.1% in high school, and 2.2% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Barnsley reaches 24 stops on 29 routes, timetabled for about 380 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.0 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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An analysis of public transport reveals 24 operational stops in Barnsley, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 29 distinct routes, which provide a combined 380 passenger journeys weekly. Transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 189 meters from their nearest stop. Because Barnsley is mainly a residential suburb, most workers travel outside the area to work, and private vehicles are the primary mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Households average 2.0 cars, which is higher than the regional average. Census data from 2021 shows that 15.5% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
The average service frequency across all routes is 54 trips per day, which translates to approximately 15 weekly trips at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.4% of residents in Barnsley report no long-term health condition. 7.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.5 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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Barnsley experiences notable public health challenges based on AreaSearch's evaluation of local mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which are somewhat elevated among both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 51% of the population, representing approximately 950 people. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 10.8 and 10.4% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 61.4% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The working-age population faces notable health difficulties, with higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.3% of the population (338 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Seniors in the area experience particularly strong health outcomes, ranking higher nationally than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Barnsley is largely Australian-born, at 94.6% of residents, with 2.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.9%) and English (33.2%). 5.6% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Barnsley is below the national average, with 94.6% of residents born in Australia, 96.0% holding citizenship, and 97.8% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, practiced by 54.8% of the population, which is comparable to the 55.9% recorded across Regional NSW. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Barnsley are Australian at 33.9%, English at 33.2%, and Scottish at 8.2%. The area also shows notable differences in the concentration of other backgrounds: Welsh ancestry is overrepresented at 1.0% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Australian Aboriginal ancestry stands at 5.6% (compared to 4.6% regionally), and Polish ancestry is recorded at 0.9% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Barnsley is 39. 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 of residents in Barnsley is 39 years, which is notably lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 years but very close to the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Barnsley has a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (14.9%) but a lower share of older residents aged 75 - 84 (5.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age bracket has increased from 3.1% to 5.5% of the population, and the 25 to 34 cohort rose from 13.8% to 14.9%.
In contrast, the school-aged cohort of 5 to 14 year-olds decreased from 12.1% to 10.5%, and the 45 to 54 age group fell from 13.0% to 11.8%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections point to notable shifts in the local age profile. The 25 to 34 cohort is expected to grow by 30% (adding 83 people) to reach 359 residents up from 275. Conversely, the number of residents in the 65 to 74 age bracket is projected to decline by 11 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Barnsley
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 — 84 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,735 at the 2021 Census → 1,849 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 (SAL10205). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.