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The median house price in Berkeley Vale is $1.01m, with units at $565k. House values have moved 4.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Berkeley Vale has an estimated 9,518 residents, up from 8,951 at the 2021 Census — a change of 567 people, or 6.3%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. 276 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 56.0% of that increase. That puts 1,555 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 investigations of ABS population statistics for the broader region alongside recently verified addresses by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Berkeley Vale has an estimated population of 9,518 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 567 people (6.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, when the recorded population stood at 8,951 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 9,511, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the ABS's latest ERP data release from June 2025 and 276 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
The population level translates to a density ratio of 1,555 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical average for national sites evaluated by AreaSearch. The 6.3% growth rate of the suburb of Berkeley Vale since the 2021 census was higher than both the SA4 region (3.4%) and the SA3 area, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population growth within the territory was mostly propelled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 56.00000000000001% of total population increases over recent times. AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 areas, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level are utilised, which were released in 2022 with 2021 as the baseline year. Growth dynamics by age category from these data blocks are also applied to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on expected demographic shifts, growth in the lower quartile of national locations is anticipated, with the suburb of Berkeley Vale projected to add 169 persons by 2041 using consolidated SA2-level forecasts, representing an expansion of 1.7% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
340 new dwellings have been approved in Berkeley Vale over the past five years, an average of 68 a year. That places the area in the 77th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 53 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 89% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 51, 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of ABS building approvals compiled from statistical area records, Berkeley Vale averages approximately 68 residential approvals annually. This translates to an estimated 340 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 47 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Given that an average of 1.8 individuals relocated to the area for every constructed dwelling during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the market appears highly balanced in terms of supply and demand, which fosters stable conditions. Newly built properties carry an average construction cost of $541,000, indicating that developers are prioritizing the premium segment with high-end projects.
Furthermore, there have been $3.5 million in commercial approvals recorded during this financial year, highlighting the primary residential nature of the suburb. Relative to Greater Sydney, Berkeley Vale displays 75.0% higher building approvals per resident, providing purchasers with a broader range of options. The composition of new developments stands at 89.0% detached homes and 11.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the suburban character of the area with a focus on family-oriented housing for those wanting extra space. Recording about 134 people per approval, Berkeley Vale demonstrates the traits of a developing locality. Future projections indicate that Berkeley Vale will gain 162 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on ongoing construction volumes, the incoming housing supply is expected to comfortably satisfy demand, establishing positive conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating growth that surpasses current expectations.
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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Berkeley Vale, worth an estimated $200 million. A further 17 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.57 billion. 4 are already under construction and 6 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and health & medical. 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 performance is heavily shaped by adjustments to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning developments. AreaSearch has identified a total of 3 projects that are expected to impact the local community. Significant developments include the Berkeley Vale Industrial Estate Expansion, the Berkeley Vale Private Hospital & Medical Precinct, Lorraine Gardens Estate, and the M1 Pacific Motorway Tuggerah to Doyalson Widening, with the following list outlining those expected to be of greatest significance.
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Berkeley Vale Industrial Estate Expansion
Ongoing expansion of the Berkeley Vale Industrial Estate along Enterprise Drive with serviced industrial lots, new warehouse and light industrial buildings, internal road and utility upgrades. Multiple sites, including 5 Enterprise Drive, are actively being marketed and developed for warehouse, logistics and industrial occupiers, with individual building projects progressing across the estate.
Berkeley Vale Private Hospital & Medical Precinct
Berkeley Vale Private Hospital is a 50-bed private facility on the NSW Central Coast providing rehabilitation, general medical, and mental health services. Operated by Ramsay Health Care, the campus includes the Ramsay Clinic Berkeley Vale, which has expanded its mental health capacity to 28 beds to meet regional demand. The precinct features specialized units for hydrotherapy, a persistent pain program, and community-based psychology services through Ramsay Health Plus. It serves as a core medical hub adjacent to local aged care and retirement facilities.
Lorraine Gardens Estate
Lorraine Gardens Estate is a boutique residential land subdivision of 48 lots on the Central Coast, with civil works complete and titles expected in early 2025. The estate is positioned around the intersection of Lorraine Avenue and Berkeley Road in Berkeley Vale, opposite the site of a proposed private hospital, providing convenient access to local health services, schools, retail and transport.
Red Bus Planning Proposal - 682A Coleridge Road Rezoning
Planning proposal to rezone a 5.26ha former bus depot site from SP2 Infrastructure to R1 General Residential and C3 Environmental Management. The proposal introduces a 450m2 minimum lot size, 9.5m building height limit, and a 0.6:1 FSR across the residential land. The Gateway determination facilitates master planning for up to 70 residential dwellings alongside site-specific DCP controls.
Cynthia Street Subdivision
DA approved staged subdivision of 1,887 m2 residential land into 5 lots with integrated approval for 6 dwellings (4 single homes and 1 duplex). Dual street frontage to Cynthia Street and Adrian Close. Listings indicate dwelling plans available and staged delivery possible (subdivision, then dwellings, then duplex subdivision).
Tuggerah Precinct Activation - Westfield Redevelopment
A transformational 2.8 billion dollar mixed-use redevelopment of Westfield Tuggerah and the surrounding 70.85-hectare Tuggerah Gateway site. The project establishes a new town centre featuring up to 5000 new dwellings, including a mix of apartments, townhouses, and senior living. The masterplan integrates a 700 million dollar transport interchange at Tuggerah Station, 18 hectares of parkland, health and education services, and a significant expansion of retail and leisure facilities. The Tuggerah Gateway Planning Proposal (PP-2021-5416) was officially published and notified in April 2025, rezoning the site to R1 General Residential and MU1 Mixed Use to facilitate this 35-year vision.As of early 2026, the planning framework is being streamlined under the NSW Planning Systems Reform Act to accelerate delivery.
Central Coast Local Roads Package
A comprehensive package of local road improvements across the Central Coast, including resurfacing, intersection upgrades, new traffic signals, pedestrian facilities, cycling infrastructure, 45 road pavement upgrades, and one road and drainage upgrade, funded by federal and state governments over multiple years.
Central Coast Shared Pathway Network - Magenta Extension
Extension of the Central Coast shared pathway network through the Magenta area, providing safe cycling and walking connections between residential areas and key destinations.
5,005 residents of Berkeley Vale are employed, from a labour force of 5,134. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 68.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,732, about 81% 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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Berkeley Vale features a balanced labor force consisting of both white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a strong representation of essential services. The unemployment rate is low at 2.5%, and employment growth is estimated at 4.1% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. In March 2026, 5,005 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 1.6% lower than the 4.1% recorded in Greater Sydney. Workforce participation levels are generally aligned with the Greater Sydney average of 69.1%. Census data indicates that a moderate 24.2% of residents worked from home, though the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.
Resident employment is primarily clustered in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce shows a clear specialization in construction, with an employment share that is 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minor footprint, accounting for 4.5% of employment compared to 11.5% across the region. Local job opportunities appear relatively limited, as shown by comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical regions, employment rose by 4.1% over the 12 months leading to March 2026, while the labor force grew by 3.9%, which kept the unemployment rate steady. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9%, the labor force grow by 1.9%, and unemployment decline slightly. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide additional context regarding future demand in Berkeley Vale. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future growth. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of expansion varies greatly by industry. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment structure of Berkeley Vale indicates that local employment should grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Berkeley Vale is $1,791 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $790 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,673 a year against an average of $61,763. 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 latest postcode-level ATO data from AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Berkeley Vale's taxpayers have a median income of $49,673 and an average income of $61,763. These figures sit below national averages, and compare to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Adjusting for the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $54,799 (median) and $68,137 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Berkeley Vale are modest, positioning them between the 47th and 52nd percentiles.
Income analysis shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings range contains 37.7% of the population (3,588 individuals), which matches regional trends where 30.9% of people fall in this category. High accommodation costs absorb 17.1% of income, yet strong household earnings ensure disposable income remains at the 52nd percentile, with the area's SEIFA income metric placing it in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Berkeley Vale had 3,139 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 7% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 23.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Berkeley Vale at the latest Census consisted of 89.6% separate houses and 10.3% other home types (such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Berkeley Vale was higher than in Sydney metro at 30.5%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (47.8%) or rented (21.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was substantially below the Sydney metro average at $1,950, while the median weekly rent stood at $420, compared to Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Berkeley Vale are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are significantly above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Berkeley Vale counted 3,139 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,338 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 21% 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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Family households represent the vast majority of living arrangements at 76.1%, consisting of 35.6% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 14.9% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.9%, which includes single-person households at 21.2% and group households making up 2.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.7 residents is identical to the Greater Sydney average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.4% of adults in Berkeley Vale hold a university qualification, including 12.0% with a bachelor degree and 2.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.6% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 599 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 951 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 local community experiences educational challenges, with university qualification levels (16.4%) falling significantly below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 12.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (33.6%). Enrolment in studies is quite high, with 29.2% of residents currently participating in formal education. This group comprises 10.6% in primary school, 7.7% in secondary school, and 3.5% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Berkeley Vale reaches 79 stops on 78 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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 transit options indicates that 79 active transport stops, consisting of various bus routes, operate in Berkeley Vale. These stops are served by 78 unique routes, which combine to deliver 1,125 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 145 meters from their nearest stop. Because this is a largely residential suburb, most working residents travel out of the area for employment, and private cars remain the primary method of travel for 95% of commuters. Households average 1.6 vehicles, which is above the regional average.
Around 24.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequencies average 160 journeys per day across all transit lines, which represents roughly 14 weekly services for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.8% of residents in Berkeley Vale report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 79% of areas nationally. 7.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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 statistics show notable challenges in Berkeley Vale, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and the presence of chronic illnesses across young and old age groups alike, while the rate of private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 51% of the population (~4,890 people). This compares to a rate of 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Mental health concerns and asthma represent the most widespread medical conditions locally, affecting 9.8 and 8.8% of residents, respectively. In contrast, 65.8% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents of working age exhibit higher-than-average rates of chronic illnesses. People aged 65 and older make up 18.5% of the local population (1,760 individuals), which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Health outcomes for seniors show some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with general population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Berkeley Vale is largely Australian-born, at 88.4% of residents, with 4.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.1%) and English (30.9%). 3.8% 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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Berkeley Vale displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 88.4% of its residents born in Australia, 91.7% holding citizenship, and 95.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 52.8% of residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three largest ancestral groups represented in Berkeley Vale are Australian at 32.1% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional benchmark of 17.8%, English at 30.9%, which is also much higher than the regional average of 19.0%, and Irish at 8.4%.
Some notable variations exist in the concentration of other backgrounds: Maltese residents are overrepresented at 0.9% of the population (compared to 1.0% regionally), Maori at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%), and Australian Aboriginals at 3.8% (compared to 1.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Berkeley Vale is 36. 25.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 36 years in Berkeley Vale is almost identical to the Greater Sydney median of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Berkeley Vale has a higher percentage of children aged 5 - 14 (13.8%) but a lower share of young adults aged 25 - 34 (13.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 5.1% to 6.5%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 bracket decreased from 12.2% to 10.9%. Demographic models project significant shifts in Berkeley Vale's age profile by 2041.
The group aged 85 and over is set to experience the fastest growth at 69%, adding 170 people to reach a total of 418. Senior residents aged 65 and over will account for 81% of total population growth, highlighting the aging trend of the community. In contrast, the 25 to 34 and 15 to 24 age groups are projected to see declines in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Berkeley Vale
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 2026 this month all 3 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 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 — 276 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,951 at the 2021 Census → 9,518 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 (SAL10304). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.