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The median house price in Bellbird is $708k, with units at $649k. House values have moved 20.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Bellbird has an estimated 3,172 residents, up from 2,338 at the 2021 Census — a change of 834 people, or 35.7%. Growth has averaged 6.5% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 688 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 60.0% of that increase. That puts 414 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to demographic updates from the ABS for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Bellbird has an estimated population of approximately 3,172 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 834 people (35.7%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 2,338 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 3,159, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS's most recent ERP data from June 2025 alongside an extra 688 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 414 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and potential scope for future expansion.
The 35.7% expansion rate in the suburb of Bellbird since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of NSW (4.9%) and the state overall, positioning it as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this population increase was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 60.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the SA2 projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government's 2022 release (with a 2021 base year) are utilized. Growth dynamics by age bracket from these datasets are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, regional areas nationwide are expected to see population growth above the median, with the suburb of Bellbird projected to add 629 persons by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 19.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
657 new dwellings have been approved in Bellbird over the past five years, an average of 131 a year. That places the area in the 87th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 41 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 142 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 70% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 140, broadly in line with 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 evaluation of ABS building permit data distributed from statistical areas indicates that the suburb of Bellbird has averaged approximately 131 development approvals for dwellings annually, resulting in an estimated 657 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26129 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.3 individuals relocating to the district each year for every home built between FY-21 and FY-25, demand and supply appear closely aligned, supporting a stable market environment, with new properties being built at an average cost of $343,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $17.8 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to a steady level of commercial development.
Relative to the Rest of NSW, the suburb of Bellbird displays 393.0% higher new residential approvals per capita, expanding choices for prospective purchasers. This volume of building activity is far higher than the national average, showing strong developer engagement. New residential construction is split between 70.0% detached houses and 30.0% attached dwellings, indicating a growing selection of medium-density formats that provide diverse choices across different price points, ranging from standard family homes to more budget-friendly compact dwellings. This represents a distinct shift from historical housing stock (which stands at 92.0% houses), reflecting a decrease in available development land and adapting to changing lifestyle choices and affordability constraints. There are roughly 20 people per dwelling approval in the locality, pointing to an expanding market footprint. Demographic projections indicate the suburb of Bellbird will add 616 residents up to 2041, relative to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Based on current building volumes, residential supply looks set to sufficiently satisfy demand, establishing positive terms for buyers and potentially supporting expansion that outpaces current predictions.
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 40 current infrastructure and development projects close to Bellbird, worth an estimated $8.67 billion. 18 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities. 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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An area's growth is heavily shaped by changes to municipal infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include Vineyard Grove Estate, Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment, Wollombi Road Upgrade Project, and Cessnock City Council Operational Plan & Capital Works 2024-25, with details on the most relevant items provided below.
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Mount View Grange Estate
Mount View Grange Estate is a 240 hectare masterplanned residential community in Bellbird, located within the Hunter Valley region of NSW. The project is designed to deliver approximately 1,681 home sites along with a 3.11 hectare town centre site catering to supermarket, specialty retail, and community spaces. Staged civil and infrastructure works continue across the masterplan to supply ongoing releases for owner occupiers.
North Ridge Estate
North Ridge Estate is a master planned residential community on the top of Bellbird Ridge in Cessnock, in the Hunter Valley. The estate is planned to deliver over 350 residential lots, with lot sizes typically ranging from around 450 m2 up to more than 2,000 m2, many with views over surrounding bushland and the Hunter Valley. Construction of the subdivision has commenced, early stages are sold out and new land releases and house and land packages continue to be brought to market, offering buyers the flexibility to choose their own builder and design within a bushland setting a short drive from Cessnock CBD.
Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment
A 138 million dollar redevelopment delivering a new two-storey Acute Services Building. Features include an expanded Emergency Department, new operating theatres, day surgery spaces, two inpatient wards with ensuites, medical imaging, a Central Sterilising Services Department, and a modern pharmacy. As of May 2026, foundations are being laid with concrete pouring for the ground floor slab underway. The project includes the demolition of the Drinkwater Building, former View Street Clinic, and engineering workshops to facilitate the new clinical footprint.The hospital remains fully operational throughout works.
Wollombi Road Upgrade Project
Major staged upgrade of approximately 4km of Wollombi Road between Abbotsford Street, Bellbird and Allandale Road, Cessnock. The project includes road duplication, intersection upgrades, new traffic signals, shared paths, stormwater and utility works, and improved public transport infrastructure. The project supports the Bellbird North Urban Release Area and is expected to unlock around 3,500 future homes. Following termination of the original Stage 1 contract, Daracon was appointed in April 2026 to deliver the full project under a single construction program, with works continuing through 2027.
Apex Park Precinct Transformation
Transformation of the underutilised Apex Park into a thriving community and tourism precinct serving as an iconic gateway to the Hunter Valley vineyards. Funded by a $14 million Australian Government Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program grant secured in February 2025, the project involves naturalisation of Black Creek (currently concreted), all-abilities park features, Aboriginal storytelling and interpretive art developed with Mindaribba Local Aboriginal Land Council, red cedar elements, meeting circles with water misting, a fishing net bridge, EV parking, upgraded disabled facilities, a kiosk building with kitchenette, and improved connectivity to the Cessnock Pool recreation area.Council issued a tender for a Principal Design Consultant in August 2025 to develop detailed design documentation.
Vineyard Grove Estate
A boutique house and land estate in Cessnock set amongst scenic bushland and nearby Hunter Valley vineyards. Developed by Landlink Property Group, the estate offered land lots from 581m2 with proximity to the Hunter Expressway, Newcastle CBD (45 mins), and John Hunter Hospital (40 mins). Home and land packages were delivered by builders including Mojo Homes and McDonald Jones. The estate is now listed as a completed development on the Landlink website.
Campbell Lifestyle Estate
A thriving land lease community in the heart of Hunter Valley offering 165 architect-designed homes with resort-style facilities including heated outdoor swimming pool, clubhouse, gym, theatrette, bowling green, community garden, and sports pavilion. Features no entry fees, exit fees, or deferred management fees with residents keeping 100% of capital gains.
Weston Commercial Centre Masterplan
A masterplan to revitalise the Weston commercial centre through public domain improvements, enhanced pedestrian and cyclist connectivity, traffic calming, park upgrades, street tree planting, and heritage preservation. The plan aims to attract private redevelopment and activate the public domain for community and commercial uses, and forms part of the broader Kurri Kurri District Strategy adopted by Cessnock City Council in March 2018.
1,273 residents of Bellbird are employed, from a labour force of 1,361. Unemployment sits at 6.5%, with participation at 55.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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 Bellbird features a diverse labor force spanning professional and manual occupations, with industrial and manufacturing fields well represented, an unemployment rate of 6.5%, and an annual employment growth rate estimated at 7.7% using AreaSearch's statistical area compilations. In March 2026, 1,273 residents were employed, while the jobless rate was 2.4% higher than the Regional NSW mark of 4.1%, and labor force participation was notably lower (55.3% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW). Census details indicate a low 13.3% of the working population operated from home, though the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.
Local employment is largely centered around healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and mining. The area shows a notable concentration in the mining sector, where the employment share is 4.1 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 4.8% of local employment, which is lower than the 9.6% recorded in Regional NSW. Comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population suggests the local area offers a limited number of job opportunities. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader geographical areas, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment expand by 7.7% and the labor force grow by 6.5%, which lowered the unemployment rate by 1.0 percentage points. This stands in contrast to Regional NSW, where employment fell by 0.9%, the labor force declined by 0.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.5 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in the suburb of Bellbird. These forecasts, spanning five and ten years, have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate potential growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by sector. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution in the suburb of Bellbird suggests local jobs should rise by 5.8% over five years and 12.7% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bellbird is $1,427 a week (about $74,000 a year), with median personal income at $643 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,523 a year against an average of $62,115. 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 compilation of the most recently published postcode-level ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Bellbird recorded a median income of $49,523 and an average income of $62,115. These figures are below the national averages and compare to median and average levels of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $54,634 (median) and $68,525 (average) as of March 2026. Census statistics show that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Bellbird all rank between the 18th and 30th percentiles nationwide.
Income distribution statistics show that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 34.2% of the local population (1,084 individuals), which matches regional patterns where 29.9% fall into the same bracket. Housing affordability pressure is high, with only 83.5% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 30th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bellbird had 816 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $323 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,600 a month. Rent absorbs 22.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.9%. 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 types in the suburb of Bellbird at the time of the latest Census consisted of 91.9% separate houses and 8.1% other dwelling styles (such as townhouses, flats, or alternative residences), compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% other dwelling types across Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Bellbird lagged behind the regional average at 32.7%, with the remaining properties being held under mortgage (40.2%) or rented (27.1%). The median monthly mortgage cost in the area was lower than the Regional NSW average at $1,600, while the median weekly rent was $323, compared to Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330.
Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Bellbird are notably below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also significantly lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bellbird counted 816 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,107 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority of local households at 77.2%, consisting of couples with children at 30.6%, couples without children at 24.4%, and single-parent households making up 20.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.8%, with single-person households at 20.0% and group households making up 2.8%. The median household occupancy of 2.7 people is higher than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
7.0% of adults in Bellbird hold a university qualification, including 5.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 92% of areas nationally. A further 39.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 300 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 915 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The locality displays low rates of higher education, with university graduation rates at 7.0%, which is well below the state average of 32.2%. This represents a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 5.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.0% and graduate diplomas at 0.9%. Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 47.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 7.7% and certificates at 39.5%. The rate of enrollment in education is quite high, with 28.3% of the population currently participating in academic studies.
This group comprises 11.3% in primary schooling, 7.0% in secondary schools, and 2.7% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bellbird reaches 39 stops on 22 routes, timetabled for about 160 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of public transport options shows 39 active stops in the suburb of Bellbird, which consist of bus services. These locations are served by 22 distinct routes, which combine to provide 157 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with residents situated an average of 177 meters from their closest stop. As the area is mostly residential, the majority of workers travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 97%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per residence. A relatively low proportion of residents (13.3%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the influence of COVID-19 rules at that time.
Weekly timetables show an average of 22 journeys per day across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 4 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.1% of residents in Bellbird report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 88% of areas nationally. 8.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 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 indicate notable difficulties for the suburb of Bellbird, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses, with common conditions observed in both younger and older cohorts, alongside a relatively low rate of private health insurance held by roughly 52% of the population (~1,634 people). The most prevalent health issues reported in the locality were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 11.5% and 10.2% of the population respectively, while 61.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The workforce-age population faces clear health challenges, characterized by higher rates of chronic illness. The area has 19.6% of residents aged 65 and older (621 people), which is below the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Seniors in the area face notable health issues, with national rankings for senior health conditions being higher than those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bellbird is largely Australian-born, at 93.8% of residents, with 2.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (35.8%) and English (30.6%). 7.0% 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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The suburb of Bellbird ranks low in terms of multicultural diversity, with 93.8% of residents born in Australia, 93.5% holding citizenship, and 97.6% using only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 53.8% of the local population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. In terms of family heritage, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Bellbird are Australian, representing 35.8% of the population (which is much higher than the regional average of 30.0%), English at 30.6%, and Scottish at 9.1%. There are also notable differences in the proportions of other groups, with Australian Aboriginal residents overrepresented at 7.0% of the suburb of Bellbird (compared to 4.6% across the region), Welsh at 0.6% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and French at 0.5% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bellbird is 35, younger than 82% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 23.0% 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 Bellbird is 35 years, which is well below the Regional NSW average of 43 and younger than the national median of 38. Relative to Regional NSW, children aged 5 - 14 are highly represented at 15.6% of the population, whereas people aged 45 - 54 are underrepresented at 8.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age cohort has increased from 3.2% to 7.1% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 9.8% to 12.1%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 age bracket declined from 14.5% to 11.4%, and the 45 to 54 group fell from 11.4% to 8.7%.
Demographic models suggest the age distribution in the suburb of Bellbird will change noticeably by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow the fastest at 37%, adding 135 residents to reach a total of 497.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bellbird
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 — 688 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,338 at the 2021 Census → 3,172 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 (SAL10268). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.