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The median house price in Bolwarra Heights is $988k. House values have moved 2.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Bolwarra Heights has an estimated 3,594 residents, up from 3,436 at the 2021 Census — a change of 158 people, or 4.6%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. That puts 497 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 the latest demographic evaluations from the ABS combined with verified residential addresses recorded by AreaSearch, the suburb of Bolwarra Heights has an estimated residency of 3,594 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 158 residents (4.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 3,436 citizens. This adjustment is calculated from an intermediate baseline of 3,577 citizens calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 release, supplemented by 17 validated new addresses registered afterward. The resulting density sits at 497 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living conditions and space for potential future expansion.
Over the previous ten years, the suburb of Bolwarra Heights has shown stable expansion with an annual compound growth rate of 1.9%, exceeding the wider SA4 territory. This upward trajectory was chiefly fueled by net interstate relocation, accounting for roughly 66.0% of the population increase, though local births and international arrivals also made positive contributions. Projections for local growth utilise ABS and Geoscience Australia datasets published in 2024 using 2022 numbers as a starting point, supplemented by NSW Government projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline where local coverage was missing. These growth rates for different age cohorts are extended to model the years 2032 through to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Bolwarra Heights is anticipated to see considerable expansion relative to other Australian regional locations, with an expected increase of 1,386 residents by 2041 based on compiled statistical area models, representing a total rise of 38.1% across the 16 years.
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92 new dwellings have been approved in Bolwarra Heights over the past five years, an average of 18 a year. That is 5.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 13, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of building approval statistics shows that the suburb of Bolwarra Heights has recorded an average of approximately 18 new residential permits annually, translating to 92 building approvals over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 12 approvals registered during the current FY-26 period. Historically, each new home accommodates an average of 2.3 citizens based on indicators from FY-21 to FY-25, pointing to consistent demand that supports local real estate values. Construction costs for these new properties average $483,000, signaling a clear prioritization of high-end, premium houses by builders.
Additionally, commercial development permits reached $1.8 million during this financial year, underscoring the predominantly non-commercial layout of the neighborhood. In comparison to the Rest of NSW, building activity in the suburb of Bolwarra Heights is significantly restrained, tracking at 55.0% below the regional per capita benchmark. This limited construction pipeline typically underpins prices and demand for pre-existing houses. New residential approvals are composed of 80.0% detached family homes and 20.0% multi-unit or higher density options, keeping the local environment low-density and focused on standalone houses designed for buyers wanting space. This contrasts with the current housing landscape where 98.0% of properties are detached homes, pointing to a decline in vacant residential land and evolving preferences for varied, affordable home types. The ratio of 596 local citizens for every single dwelling approval emphasizes the subdued pace of building in this quiet setting. Projecting forward, the suburb of Bolwarra Heights is expected to add 1,369 citizens by 2041 according to the latest quarterly calculations. Given the current pace of construction, housing output might struggle to keep pace with this influx, which could intensify competition among buyers and put upward pressure on residential property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Bolwarra Heights
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bolwarra Heights, worth an estimated $7 million. A further 33 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.86 billion. 10 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning decisions play a key role in shaping local market conditions. AreaSearch has identified 6 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable works include the Tocal Road Upgrade, the Sarroff's Shop Mixed Use Development, the 256 Paterson Road Subdivision, and the 27 Lang Drive Subdivision, with details of the most significant initiatives provided in the following list.
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Sarroff's Shop Mixed Use Development
Redevelopment of the historic Sarroff's Shop site involving alterations and additions to existing structures. The project includes the demolition of rear buildings and the construction of new amenities, including a cool room and storage, to formalise and enhance mixed-use operations for a cafe, restaurant, and real estate office. A Section 4.55(1A) modification was lodged in August 2025 regarding construction conditions.
256 Paterson Road Subdivision
Integrated Development Application (DA/2024/830) for the community title subdivision of one lot into 14 lots, comprising 13 residential lots and one community lot. The proposal includes associated civil works, vegetation removal, and the demolition of the existing structures. The lots range from 5006 m2 to 5521 m2. The site is zoned R5 Large Lot Residential.
27 Lang Drive Subdivision
A new Development Application (DA/2025/1053) has superseded the earlier proposal, lodged with Maitland City Council for demolition of an existing shed and a one (1) into thirteen (13) lot Torrens Title subdivision on the R5 Large Lot Residential zoned site. This follows the January 2025 refusal of the original 15-lot DA/2023/832 and its subsequent unsuccessful Section 8.2 Review (DA/2025/228). The revised 13-lot scheme was placed on public exhibition from 8 December 2025 to 26 January 2026 and remains under Council assessment.The proposal includes civil works for road construction and stormwater management infrastructure including culverts and bioretention basins.
Tocal Road Upgrade
The $1.9 million upgrade, jointly funded by the NSW Government's Fixing Country Roads Program and Maitland City Council, involved resurfacing, pavement reconstruction, new drainage, and widening to 3.5 metre travel lanes in two sections between Maitland Vale Road and Lang Drive. A section was also realigned to improve sight distance and safety. The project improves heavy vehicle access on a key freight route between Maitland and Dungog. Works commenced in early April 2024 and were expected to take six months to complete, weather permitting, indicating a completion around October 2024.
Improving flood accessibility for Oakhampton Heights
Construction of a new 650m access road to improve accessibility for residents of Oakhampton Heights during minor flooding. The new road will be approximately 2.6m higher than the existing Scobies Lane.
Melville's Milton Morris Bridge
Replacement of the former one-lane timber Melville Ford Bridge with a new dual-lane elevated concrete bridge approximately 6.7 metres higher to improve flood resilience, safety and connectivity. Following flood damage during 2025, repairs were completed and construction progressed through late 2025. As of February 2026, barrier works, approach road earthworks and final roadworks are underway with the project reported back on track for completion by mid-2026.
Wallis Meadows Estate
A 37-lot residential land subdivision in East Maitland offering large elevated homesites from 800 to 1,397sqm with views over the Wallis Creek floodplains and Broken Back Ranges. The estate is now largely sold out, with only three lots remaining available (Lots 6, 31 and 32). Multiple builders including Stroud Homes and Montgomery Homes offer house and land packages on the estate, and civil infrastructure including roads, utilities and green space has been completed.
Maitland Local Housing Strategy 2041
The Maitland Local Housing Strategy 2041 is a comprehensive framework adopted by Council and endorsed by the NSW Government to manage residential growth for a projected population increase of 54,800 residents. It delivers approximately 25,200 additional dwellings while prioritizing housing diversity, infill development, and the 15-minute neighbourhood concept. Implementation milestones include the Residential Density Guide and the East Maitland Catalyst Area Structure Plan.
1,894 residents of Bolwarra Heights are employed, from a labour force of 1,913. Unemployment sits at 1.0%, with participation at 70.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,734, about 76% 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 Bolwarra Heights possesses a highly capable labor pool with significant representation in public services, an unemployment level of only 1.0%, and a yearly job growth estimate of 1.7% based on regional labor indicators. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,894, while the unemployment rate was 3.1% below the 4.1% rate recorded across Regional NSW. Participation in the workforce is exceptionally high at 70.0% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicates that 26.7% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.
Locals are primarily employed within education and training, medical and social support services, and retail businesses. The area displays a distinct concentration in mining activities, with local representation reaching 3.4 times the regional norm. Conversely, agricultural, forestry, and fishing industries are underrepresented, accounting for just 1.3% of workers compared to the Regional NSW average of 5.3%. The balance between the local working population and resident workforce suggests that local job opportunities within the immediate boundaries are limited. Labor market data indicates that for the 12 months ending March 2026, local employment expanded by 1.7% while the overall workforce grew by 1.3%, leading to a reduction in the unemployment rate of 0.3 percentage points. This contrasts with the broader Regional NSW area, where employment contracted by 0.9%, the labor pool shrank by 0.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.5 percentage points. National employment projections published in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future labor demand. These five and ten-year national outlooks have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Although the national workforce is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Weighting these projections against the industry mix of the suburb of Bolwarra Heights suggests local employment could expand by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bolwarra Heights is $2,546 a week (about $132,000 a year), with median personal income at $979 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,177 a year against an average of $72,485. 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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Taxpayer data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates a median income of $57,177 and an average income of $72,485 within the suburb of Bolwarra Heights. This outpaces the broader state metrics, where Regional NSW shows a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Applying the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 brings estimated current figures to roughly $63,078 for the median and $79,965 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms high earnings across household, family, and individual brackets, placing the suburb of Bolwarra Heights between the 77th and 91st percentiles nationwide.
The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 32.5% of residents (1,168 people), which aligns with the 29.9% share observed across the wider metro region. Financial capacity is further evidenced by the 40.9% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, driving retail demand. After paying for housing, households retain 87.5% of their income, which underpins strong discretionary spending power and places the area in the 8th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bolwarra Heights had 1,095 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 55% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 16.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential property types in the suburb of Bolwarra Heights at the time of the latest Census consisted of 97.7% detached houses and 2.3% alternative housing types including townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional NSW where detached houses represent 82.6% and other options make up 17.4%. Outright home ownership stood at 34.5%, which is below the regional average, with the remaining residential properties carrying mortgages (54.8%) or being occupied by tenants (10.7%). Typical monthly mortgage payments were $2,167, while typical weekly rent was $420, both significantly higher than the regional averages of $1,733 and $330 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Bolwarra Heights are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bolwarra Heights counted 1,095 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.1 people each. 50% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 11% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 87.1%, which consists of couples with offspring at 50.0%, couples without offspring at 26.8%, and single parent households at 10.3%. The remaining 12.9% comprises non-family households, with single-person households representing 11.3% and shared group households making up 1.5%. The average household occupancy stands at 3.1 people, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.7% of adults in Bolwarra Heights hold a university qualification, including 18.8% with a bachelor degree and 4.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 28.6% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in the suburb of Bolwarra Heights is significantly higher than regional norms, with 26.7% of citizens aged 15 and older holding university degrees, compared to 15.2% in the SA4 region and 17.6% in the SA3 area. This educational profile prepares the workforce well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%. Vocational skills are also widely held, with 40.8% of the population aged 15 and older holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 28.6%.
School and university enrollment is exceptionally high, with 34.1% of the population currently undertaking formal studies. This group is composed of 13.0% in primary schooling, 10.1% in secondary education, and 4.7% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bolwarra Heights reaches 18 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 220 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport services in the suburb of Bolwarra Heights include 18 active stops serviced by bus routes. There are 32 distinct routes in operation, providing a combined total of 215 passenger services each week. Accessibility is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 265 meters from the nearest stop. Because the neighborhood is residential, most workers commute outside the area, and private vehicles are the primary mode of travel for 97% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 2.1 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average. A high proportion of residents, 26.7%, worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 travel restrictions.
Bus routes run at an average frequency of 30 services per day, which translates to approximately 11 weekly departures from each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.7% of residents in Bolwarra Heights report no long-term health condition. 4.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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General health indicators for the suburb of Bolwarra Heights are favorable, with mortality rates and illness data tracking close to national averages. The occurrence of typical medical conditions remains standard across both youth and older age brackets, while the rate of private medical insurance is high, covering approximately 56% of the population (~1,997 people). This is higher than the 51.9% coverage rate observed across Regional NSW. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health diagnoses locally, affecting 8.2% and 9.1% of the population respectively, though 68.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Health profiles for working-age locals are typical. Residents aged 65 and older make up 14.5% of the local population (521 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW proportion of 23.4%. Senior citizens in the area display above-average health outcomes, with overall health rankings matching the general Australian population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bolwarra Heights is largely Australian-born, at 91.9% of residents, with 3.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.2%) and English (32.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Bolwarra Heights has a relatively low level of cultural diversity, with 91.9% of citizens born in Australia, 95.4% holding citizenship, and 96.4% speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 60.2% of the local population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding family heritage, the three most common backgrounds reported in the suburb of Bolwarra Heights are Australian at 33.2%, English at 32.9%, and Irish at 8.4%. Some ancestral groups show higher representation than the regional average, with Welsh heritage accounting for 0.8% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), South Australian heritage at 0.5% (compared to 0.2%), and Scottish heritage at 8.3% (compared to 8.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bolwarra Heights is 36. 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 Bolwarra Heights is 36 years, which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 and slightly below the Australian average of 38 years. Children aged 5 to 14 years are highly represented at 17.6% of the population compared to Regional NSW, while the 65 to 74 demographic is less common at 8.5%. The proportion of children in the 5 to 14 range is also higher than the national figure of 12.0%. Changes since the 2021 Census show that the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 12.4% to 14.5% of the total population, and the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 15.0% to 16.4%.
Conversely, the 55 to 64 group has contracted from 10.9% to 9.6%, and the 25 to 34 age range has declined from 9.6% to 8.5%. Long-term forecasts for 2041 indicate demographic shifts, led by a 51% expansion in the 45 to 54 cohort (representing 239 people), which is projected to grow from 467 to 707 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bolwarra Heights
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 4 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 — 17 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,436 at the 2021 Census → 3,594 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 (SAL10450). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.