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The median house price in Bexley North is $2.00m, with units at $802k. House values have moved 4.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Bexley North has an estimated 4,248 residents, down from 4,281 at the 2021 Census. The population has thinned by an average 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 95% of areas nationally. That puts 3,454 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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The suburb of Bexley North has an estimated population of around 4,248 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates and newly validated addresses through AreaSearch. This figure represents a drop of 33 people, or 0.8%, compared to the 2021 Census count of 4,281 individuals. The adjustment is derived from a resident population of 4,245, which AreaSearch calculated after reviewing the most recent ERP data published by the ABS in June 2025, along with one additional confirmed new address recorded since the Census date. At this size, the area achieves a population density of 3,453 persons per square kilometer, ranking it within the upper quartile when compared to other national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
Recent population increases have been largely attributable to overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 81.0% of the total growth observed in recent times. AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Moving forward with demographic trends, lower quartile growth of Australian statistical areas is anticipated, with the suburb of Bexley North expected to grow by 156 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting with an increase of 3.6% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
42 new dwellings have been approved in Bexley North over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 2.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. 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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Data on building approvals shows that the suburb of Bexley North averages approximately 8 residential approvals annually. This includes 42 residential properties approved over the five fiscal years from FY-21 to FY-25, with no approvals recorded during FY-26. Amid recent demographic declines, this volume of construction appears to balance demand, ensuring options for prospective buyers. The average valuation of these approved structures is $563,000, indicating that developers are focusing on higher-end builds. Non-residential development is limited, with commercial approvals totaling $272,000 for the current fiscal year. Compared to the broader Greater Sydney region, building approvals in the suburb of Bexley North are significantly subdued, tracking 65.0% below the per capita metropolitan average.
While local building approvals have risen recently, the low volume relative to national averages reflects a mature, built-out area with potential zoning restrictions, which typically maintains pricing pressure on existing homes. The breakdown of current approvals consists of 40.0% standalone houses and 60.0% attached dwellings such as townhouses and units. This represents a distinct shift from the current residential mix of 75.0% houses, showing that developers are adjusting to land constraints and changing lifestyle or entry-level buyer preferences. The suburb averages 386 residents for every new approval, confirming its established state. Based on recent quarterly calculations, the suburb of Bexley North is projected to add 153 residents by 2041. Existing rates of construction suggest that housing completions should easily accommodate this growth, offering stable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating expansion above 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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bexley North, worth an estimated $4.59 billion. A further 96 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $27.9 billion. 18 are already under construction and 32 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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 projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are major drivers of regional change. AreaSearch has identified 6 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Bexley North High Density Residential Development, the Salvation Army Bexley North Subdivision, the Booralee Park Playspace Renewal and Fitness Station, and the Botany Aquatic Centre Redevelopment, with details provided on those of highest interest.
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Bexley North High Density Residential Development
Approved rezoning project allowing construction of three residential flat buildings ranging from 5 to 6 storeys with up to 100 apartments. LEP amendment became effective 21 June 2024, rezoning from R2 Low Density to R4 High Density Residential with increased height limit to 20.5m and FSR to 2:1.
Salvation Army Bexley North Subdivision
State Significant Development involving subdivision of the former Salvation Army training college site. The proposal includes retention of heritage buildings, demolition of other structures, removal of trees, new internal roads and drainage, and creation of residential lots capable of delivering up to 49 dwellings. The project remains under assessment, with subsequent amended applications also lodged to revise the subdivision and housing layout.
Kingsgrove Public Preschool
New public preschool co-located at Kingsgrove Public School with entrance from Caroline Street, delivered as part of the NSW Government's $769 million investment in 100 new public preschools statewide. The facility will feature 2 preschool rooms, an outdoor play area, and administration and staff amenities, accommodating up to 40 children per day. Construction is progressing well on site: bulk excavation is complete, services have been installed, and the concrete slab has been poured. Steel wall framing and roofing are the next steps.Architect is Pedavoli Architects and builder is Richard Crookes Construction. Completion is anticipated for Day 1 Term 1 2027.
Booralee Park Playspace Renewal and Fitness Station
Complete renewal of Booralee Park district-level playspace featuring contemporary play equipment for ages 2-12, outdoor fitness station for all fitness levels, accessible pathways, and improved landscaping. Project includes demolition of existing Daniel Street playground and removal of Bay Street playground. Community consultation completed July 2024.
Rockdale Bicentennial Park Reinstatement
Reinstatement and upgrade of Rockdale Bicentennial Park as part of the M6 Stage 1 project. Works include restoration of parkland after tunnel construction, upgraded playing fields, skate park, playgrounds, shared walking and cycling paths, wetland restoration, increased tree canopy and new recreational infrastructure. The Urban Design and Landscape Plan for the park was approved in 2024, however delivery remains tied to completion of M6 Stage 1 construction. Following the 2024 tunnelling suspension, tunnelling resumed during 2026 with park reinstatement to follow project completion.
1-3 Abercorn Street Units, Bexley
Residential apartment development consisting of 25 units in Bexley North, part of broader housing initiatives in the suburb.
7-11 Kingsland Road Mixed-Use Development, Bexley
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a six storey mixed-use development comprising 26 residential units and commercial spaces, contributing to local housing and commercial supply.
Fox Lane Rockdale
Fox Lane Rockdale is a $50 million boutique residential development featuring 43 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments plus two ground-floor commercial/retail spaces. The project offers chic modern interiors and resort-style rooftop amenities including a pool, gym, BBQ area, and outdoor cinema, along with secure parking. Located in the heart of Rockdale, it provides excellent connectivity to public transport, shopping, and local parks.
2,328 residents of Bexley North are employed, from a labour force of 2,420. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 67.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,357, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Bexley North features a highly qualified labor force, strong representation in professional occupations, an unemployment rate of 3.8%, and a 1.6% rise in local employment over the prior year. In March 2026, working residents numbered 2,328. The local unemployment level is 0.3% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while the participation rate is slightly lower at 67.1% compared to the regional benchmark of 69.1%. Census records show 45.4% of the local workforce worked from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related restrictions. Local workers are primarily employed in healthcare & social assistance, professional & technical roles, and finance & insurance.
The suburb of Bexley North shows a high concentration in finance & insurance, with representation reaching 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are slightly underrepresented, accounting for 9.9% of local employment compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. Comparing the resident workforce to local jobs indicates the area is predominantly residential with limited commercial opportunities within the suburb. Analysis of regional SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month period, the local workforce grew by 2.0% while employment increased by 1.6%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% increase in both employment and the labor force, with a minor reduction in unemployment. Future local employment trends can be understood by looking at Jobs and Skills Australia's national forecasts from May-25. These projections estimate five-year national job growth of 6.6% and ten-year growth of 13.7%, with rates varying across sectors. Applying these industry weightings to the local workforce mix suggests employment for residents of the suburb of Bexley North could rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, assuming local trends align with national industry forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bexley North is $1,894 a week (about $98,000 a year), with median personal income at $735 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,810 a year against an average of $66,907. 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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ATO records for the 2023 financial year show that taxpayer incomes in the suburb of Bexley North are close to the national median. Taxpayers recorded a median income of $49,810 and an average income of $66,907, compared to Greater Sydney figures of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying a 10.32% Wage Price Index increase since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of $54,950 for the median and $73,812 for the average in March 2026. According to census data, local household incomes are at the 59th percentile ($1,894 weekly), while personal incomes are at the 35th percentile.
The largest cohort of households, representing 26.9% or 1,142 people, falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, similar to the 30.9% regional share. High-income households are well represented, with 30.6% earning over $3,000 weekly. Housing costs account for 17.2% of household income, leaving disposable incomes at the 58th percentile, with the suburb ranking in the 7th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bexley North had 1,505 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 75% detached houses and 12% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 40% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,800 a month. Rent absorbs 23.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 34.1%. 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 residential profile in the suburb of Bexley North during the last census consisted of 74.8% standalone houses and 25.2% alternative structures like townhouses or units, compared to a metro Sydney split of 55.9% and 44.1%. Homeownership rates are high at 40.4%, with 29.2% of properties held with a mortgage and 30.4% occupied by tenants. Median monthly mortgage repayments are $2,800, which is higher than the Sydney metro median of $2,427. Median weekly rent is $450, compared to the regional median of $470. On a national level, repayments are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bexley North counted 1,505 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 73.8% of households in the suburb of Bexley North, consisting of couples with children at 37.9%, couples without children at 21.7%, and single parents at 12.8%. Single-person households comprise 23.8% of the area, and group households represent 2.4%, making up the remaining 26.2% of non-family households. The median household size is 2.7 people, matching the average for Greater Sydney.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.7% of adults in Bexley North hold a university qualification, including 24.3% with a bachelor degree and 7.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 15.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 382 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,079 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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Higher education completion rates in the suburb of Bexley North are below regional levels, with 33.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 38.7% across the SA3 region. Bachelor degrees are held by 24.3% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational qualifications are held by 27.0% of the population aged 15+, which includes advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 15.6%. Study participation is high, with 28.6% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This is made up of 9.0% attending primary school, 7.6% attending high school, and 6.5% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bexley North reaches 45 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 2,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 110 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport infrastructure includes 45 active stops within the suburb of Bexley North, consisting of bus services. These stops support 16 distinct routes, which provide a total of 2,153 passenger trips each week. Access to transport is high, with the average distance to a stop being 108 meters. Commuting patterns reflect the residential nature of the suburb, with 77% of residents traveling by car and 14% using train services. Vehicle ownership is 1.2 cars per household. A significant 45.4% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic lockdowns.
Service schedules show an average of 307 daily trips across all transit routes, which translates to approximately 47 weekly services per transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.2% of residents in Bexley North report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 82% of areas nationally. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Public health records indicate excellent outcomes in the suburb of Bexley North, characterized by low mortality rates and a low incidence of chronic illnesses across age cohorts. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is slightly ahead of the average SA2 region, representing roughly 53% of the community (~2,268 people) compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 6.4% and 5.7% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 74.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and over constitute 22.8% of the population (968 people), exceeding the Greater Sydney proportion of 15.5%. Older residents show favorable health statistics, with national health benchmarks corresponding to general population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.8% of Bexley North residents were born overseas and 54.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Greek (17.7%) and Chinese (13.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Bexley North displays a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.8% of residents born outside Australia and 54.9% speaking a language other than English in their homes. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 61.1% of the community, compared to 49.2% in Greater Sydney. Regarding parental countries of birth, Greek heritage is the most common at 17.7% of the population, which is higher than the metropolitan average of 1.9%. Other ancestry is claimed by 13.8% of residents, and Chinese background is reported by 13.6% (compared to 8.4% across the region).
Other notable groups include Lebanese heritage at 5.6% (compared to 2.6% regionally), Spanish ancestry at 0.9% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Hungarian ancestry at 0.5% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bexley North is 42. 23.9% 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 the suburb of Bexley North is 42 years, which is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 75 - 84 cohort comprises 8.7% of the population, while the 25 - 34 cohort represents a smaller share at 11.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.0% to 12.7%, while the 0 to 4 group decreased from 5.9% to 5.0%. Projections to 2041 point to significant changes, led by a 43% increase in the 75 to 84 cohort, rising from 369 to 527 people.
Residents aged 65 and over are projected to account for 96% of the suburb's total population growth, while the 25 to 34 and 15 to 24 age brackets are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bexley North
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago 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 Jun 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 — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,281 at the 2021 Census → 4,248 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 (SAL10334). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.