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The median house price in Bowral is $1.47m, with units at $1.00m. House values have moved 1.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Bowral has an estimated 10,786 residents. 198 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 290 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census Bowral's population is estimated at around 10,786 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 22 people (0.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,764 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 10,765, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 198 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 290 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development.
Bowral's 0.2% growth since census positions it within 2.4 percentage points of the SA3 area (2.6%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 79.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting 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. Anticipating future population dynamics, an above median population growth of locations outside of capital cities is projected, with the area expected to expand by 1,312 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting with an increase of 12.0% in total over the 16 years.
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516 new dwellings have been approved in Bowral over the past five years, an average of 103 a year. That places the area in the 60th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 74 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 62% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 50, 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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According to building approval figures from the ABS allocated across local boundaries, the suburb of Bowral sees roughly 103 residential projects approved on an annual basis. Over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), this amounted to 516 approved dwellings, with a further 46 approvals recorded during FY-26 so far. The incoming population per approved dwelling has averaged merely 0.1 new residents per year over the same 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating that new construction is satisfying or running ahead of local demand, expanding choices for buyers and paving the way for faster population expansion than currently anticipated.
The average building value of these new projects sits at $673,000, illustrating a developer focus on high-quality, upmarket properties. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have hit $30.3 million for this financial year, pointing to strong investment in local commerce. Relative to the Rest of NSW regional benchmark, the suburb of Bowral demonstrates elevated building rates (exceeding the regional per-capita average by 49.0% over the 5 year period) which supports choice for home buyers while helping sustain local property values, even though construction pace has eased lately. Dwellings currently under development are divided between standalone houses at 62.0% and medium to high-density alternatives at 38.0%. This highlights a growing supply of medium-density choices that diversify options across various budget levels, ranging from traditional family residences to more affordable, compact footprints. This represents a clear shift from the established housing stock (which consists of 81.0% houses), driven by scarcer building parcels and evolving preferences for lifestyle and affordability. With a ratio of approximately 161 individuals per residential approval, the suburb of Bowral exhibits characteristics typical of low-density environments. Long-term projections indicate that the suburb of Bowral is set to add 1,291 residents through to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release). Considering current construction trends, new dwelling pipelines are positioned to comfortably absorb this demand, ensuring favorable conditions for buyers and potentially driving population gains beyond current forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bowral, worth an estimated $299 million. A further 22 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.01 billion. 13 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, environmental & disaster management and transport & logistics. 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 works, and municipal planning decisions play a key role in regional performance. In total, 11 key projects have been identified that are expected to influence the local area. Among the most significant of these developments are the Bowral and District Hospital Redevelopment - Stage 2, the Bowral Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade, the Bowral South New Living Area (NLA), and the Retford Farm Stormwater Detention Basin, with the details of the most relevant projects listed below.
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Bowral and District Hospital Redevelopment - Stage 2
Stage 2 of the Bowral and District Hospital redevelopment involves the transformation of the former Milton Park building into a modern General Services Building and the delivery of a new Outpatient Centre. As of early 2026, key milestones include the opening of the Outpatient Centre and the operational status of the new mortuary and loading dock. Final works include the refurbishment of the General Services Building and the demolition of aging campus structures to enhance clinical capacity and support services.
Bowral Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade
An upgrade to the Bowral Sewage Treatment Plant using advanced technology to improve wastewater treatment and increase capacity for population growth up to 21,000 by 2046. The 60.5 million AUD project includes a new bioreactor, clarifier, odour control, emergency storm pond, and UV system.
Bowral Golf Course Detention Basin
Wingecarribee Shire Council's Bowral Golf Course Detention Basin is a proposed flood mitigation project within Bowral Golf Course. The scheme would build three interconnected detention basins with outlet structures and open channels to temporarily store stormwater and reduce downstream flood impacts around Bevan Place, Moss Vale Road and Loftus Street. Council previously secured a NSW Flood Recovery and Resilience grant, but in July 2025 moved to return the grant and reassess the project's viability for a future Floodplain Management Program submission after revised costs and easement issues.The council's March 2026 floodplain program update lists the project as under review.
Bowral to Moss Vale 700mm Water Main Duplication
Wingecarribee Shire Council is progressing the detailed design of a duplicate trunk water main between the Wingecarribee Water Treatment Plant at Bowral and the Hill Road Reservoir at Moss Vale. The project will improve water supply security, network resilience and capacity for future population growth. Council's current capital works program targets completion of the detailed design before construction funding and delivery stages.
Retford Farm Stormwater Detention Basin
Construction of an earthen embankment dam wall to form a stormwater detention basin across Mittagong Creek, designed to mitigate local flooding issues in Bowral by storing approximately 320 million litres of stormwater during high rainfall events.
35-37 Station Street Mixed-Use Development
DA-approved mixed-use project in Bowral town centre comprising 10 residential apartments, two commercial spaces suitable for wedding/reception use, and boutique tourist accommodation (~12-15 rooms) with cafe and basement parking. Site area approx. 1,411 sqm across Lots 33 and 34 with ~49.7 m frontage. Close to Bowral Station and Bong Bong Street retail.
Maeve Bowral
Luxury residential project delivering 24 dwellings (12 apartments and 12 townhouses) designed for high-end country living in central Bowral. Marketing and sales are led by major agencies, with construction underway and completion targeted for 2025.
Waterbrook Bowral Retirement Resort
Collection of 135 residences on 17 hectare site developed by City Developments Limited (CDL Australia). Luxury retirement lifestyle resort on former Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart School site with resort-style facilities and services.
4,438 residents of Bowral are employed, from a labour force of 4,501. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 48.5%. 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. 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 local workforce shows high levels of educational attainment, with professional services strongly represented. The current unemployment rate stands at only 1.4%, alongside an estimated yearly job growth rate of 0.6% according to aggregated regional statistics. Active workers numbered 4,438 as of March 2026, while the jobless rate remained 2.7% lower than the 4.1% rate seen across Regional NSW. Meanwhile, workforce participation is considerably lower at 48.5% compared to the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data highlights that a substantial 33.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related movement restrictions.
The largest sectors employing residents of the suburb of Bowral are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical roles. Local representation is particularly pronounced within the professional & technical sector, where employment concentrations run at 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, agricultural, forestry, and fishing enterprises account for only 1.6% of the workforce, contrasting with the 5.3% average for Regional NSW. Although local positions are available, a comparison of local jobs to working residents suggests that a large portion of the population travels outside the area for employment. Based on local aggregations of SALM and ABS statistics, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw employment expand by 0.6% and the total labor force grow by 1.2%, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.6 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW saw employment contract by 0.9%, the labor force shrink by 0.4%, and unemployment increase by 0.5 percentage points. Broader trends can be understood using national employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential employment shifts. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely by industry. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment for residents of the suburb of Bowral could rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted projection and does not account for local population changes).
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Median household income in Bowral is $1,535 a week (about $80,000 a year), with median personal income at $802 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,683 a year against an average of $92,942. The average runs 91% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Bowral had a median income among taxpayers of $48,683 with the average level standing at $92,942. This is extremely high nationally and compares to levels of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $53,707 (median) and $102,534 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Bowral, between the 37th and 49th percentiles.
The earnings profile shows the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 26.9% of the community (2,901 individuals), mirroring regional levels where 29.9% occupy this bracket. After housing, 84.9% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bowral had 4,523 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 81% detached houses and 3% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 54% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 32.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last Census, residential property in the suburb of Bowral was made up of 80.7% standalone houses and 19.3% alternative dwelling types (such as townhouses, units, or other structures), which compares to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings throughout Regional NSW. Home ownership levels were exceptionally high compared to the regional average, sitting at 53.8% outright ownership, with the remaining households either paying off a mortgage (26.3%) or renting (19.9%). The median mortgage payment locally was recorded at $2,167 per month, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $500, compared to regional benchmarks of $1,733 per month and $330 per week.
On a national level, monthly mortgage costs in the suburb of Bowral sit significantly above the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are likewise well above the countrywide median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bowral counted 4,523 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 81% of areas nationally, against 36% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of local households at 66.8%, which is split between couples without children at 36.1%, couples with children at 21.9%, and single-parent homes at 8.2%. The remaining 33.2% consists of non-family households, which are predominantly single-person households at 31.2%, while group living arrangements make up 1.9% of the total. The local median household size of 2.2 residents is slightly below the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.4% of adults in Bowral hold a university qualification, including 22.3% with a bachelor degree and 9.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.3% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 1,847 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,056 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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Levels of education in the suburb of Bowral are well above broader averages, with 35.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 22.4% in the SA4 region. This strong educational profile positions the community well for professional and knowledge-based careers. Bachelor degrees represent the most common university qualification at 22.3%, with postgraduate degrees at 9.4% and graduate diplomas at 3.7%. Technical and vocational credentials are also common, with 33.7% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these fields, consisting of advanced diplomas at 14.4% and certificates at 19.3%.
A significant 23.9% of the local population is enrolled in some form of structured education. Within this student cohort, primary school students make up 8.4%, secondary students account for 7.4%, and tertiary students comprise 3.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bowral reaches 199 stops on 52 routes, timetabled for about 2,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An assessment of local transit networks shows 199 active public transport connections within the suburb of Bowral, providing a combination of train and bus services. These stops support 52 distinct routes that manage a total of 2,823 passenger journeys per week. Transport links are highly accessible, with residents living an average of 157 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the community, most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private vehicles serving as the primary commute mode at 90%, while 7% walk. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 cars per home, which sits below the regional average.
A significant 33.3% of working residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may be reflective of pandemic conditions. Transit service frequency averages 403 trips per day across all local routes, which translates to approximately 14 services per week for each individual stop. The corresponding map highlights the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
62.3% of residents in Bowral report no long-term health condition. 6.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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 profiles in the suburb of Bowral are generally favorable, with analysis of mortality and long-term illnesses showing low rates of common health issues across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private medical insurance is exceptionally high, covering approximately 64% of the population (representing 6,857 individuals). This stands in contrast to the 51.9% coverage observed across Regional NSW and the national benchmark of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health concerns are the most prevalent diagnosed conditions locally, affecting 12.7 and 6.6% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 62.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Health metrics for working-age residents are typical. Those aged 65 and over represent 38.1% of the local population (accounting for 4,109 individuals), which is significantly higher than the 23.4% average for Regional NSW. Seniors in the suburb of Bowral show strong health profiles, with national rankings aligning closely with general population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bowral is largely Australian-born, at 77.3% of residents, with 8.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.7%) and Australian (24.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics for the suburb of Bowral are generally aligned with broader regional averages. Australian-born residents comprise 77.3% of the population, 89.8% hold citizenship, and 91.9% speak only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 60.6% of residents. The most notable religious variance is within Judaism, which represents 0.5% of the local population compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW. In terms of family ancestry, the top three heritages declared are English at 32.7%, Australian at 24.0% (which sits below the regional average of 30.0%), and Irish at 11.3%.
Specific national ancestries show notable variances from regional figures: Scottish heritage is elevated at 10.0% of the population (compared to 8.0% regionally), French heritage is recorded at 0.8% (compared to 0.4% regionally), and Welsh heritage stands at 0.7% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bowral is 55, older than 97% of areas nationally. 15.5% 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 Bowral is 55 years, which is substantially higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 and the national average of 38. The age distribution highlights a large concentration of residents in the 75 - 84 age bracket (16.4%), whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is relatively small at 6.0% compared to Regional NSW. The representation of the 75 - 84 group is also significantly higher than the national average of 6.1%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 15.0% to 16.4% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort grew from 8.2% to 9.5%.
Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort decreased from 16.9% to 15.1%. Looking ahead to 2041, long-term projections point to significant demographic shifts, with the 85+ cohort expected to grow by 421 people (59%) from 711 to 1,133, while the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bowral
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 13 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 — 198 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,764 at the 2021 Census → 10,786 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 (SAL10534). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.