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The median house price in Cabramatta West is $1.39m, with units at $1.19m. House values have moved 7.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Cabramatta West has an estimated 7,904 residents, up from 7,822 at the 2021 Census — a change of 82 people, or 1.0%. That puts 4,319 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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Analyzing population updates from the ABS for the surrounding region alongside newly validated addresses from AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Cabramatta West has an estimated population of approximately 7,904 in May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 82 residents (1.0%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,822 individuals. The change is calculated from an estimated resident population of 7,889, determined by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 combined with 19 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 4,319 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the top 10% of all national areas evaluated by AreaSearch, pointing to local land as a highly sought-after asset.
Over the last ten years, the suburb of Cabramatta West has shown stable expansion with a 0.7% compound annual growth rate, ahead of the wider SA3 area. This growth was mainly supported by immigration from overseas, which accounted for approximately 69.0% of the total population increases in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, using 2022 as the base year, are adopted for each SA2 region. In instances where SA2 regions lack this data, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are utilized. Growth rates categorized by age brackets from these data sets are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic shifts, expansion is expected to align with the lower quartile of Australian statistical areas, with the suburb of Cabramatta West projected to add 191 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2-level data, representing an overall rise of 2.2% over the 16 years.
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176 new dwellings have been approved in Cabramatta West over the past five years, an average of 35 a year. That is 4.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 33 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 70% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 27, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals distributed from statistical area data, the suburb of Cabramatta West has recorded an average of roughly 35 new residential approvals annually, with an estimated total of 176 dwellings approved over the last 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 25 recorded so far during FY-26. With an average of only 0.1 people relocating to the area each year for every new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, the local housing supply matches or exceeds incoming demand, providing buyers with diverse options and leaving room for growth beyond current estimates, while new properties are being constructed at an average cost of $364,000.
Additionally, commercial development approvals totaling $1.0 million have been documented during the current financial year, highlighting a focus that is overwhelmingly residential. In comparison to Greater Sydney, building activity per capita in the suburb of Cabramatta West is closely matched, preserving market balance in line with adjacent suburbs. The mix of new construction consists of 70.0% standalone houses and 30.0% multi-dwelling units or townhouses, with the rising proportion of apartments and townhouses providing choices across varied price ranges, spanning family residences to more economical compact spaces. This represents a notable shift from the established housing stock, which currently stands at 86.0% detached houses, pointing to a declining number of available building plots and responding to changing lifestyle choices and budget constraints. The area averages approximately 188 people for each building approval, representing a low-density development market. Looking forward, the suburb of Cabramatta West is projected to add 176 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. At the current pace of construction, new residential options should easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially allowing population growth to surpass existing forecasts.
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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 Cabramatta West, worth an estimated $693 million. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.74 billion. 11 are already under construction and 21 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning policies are key drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified a total of 8 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Notable projects include the Mount Pritchard Public School Preschool, Cabramatta West Estate Renewal, Mounties Mount Pritchard Upgrade, and The Vale - Cabramatta West, with the details below focusing on the most significant initiatives.
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Mount Pritchard Public Preschool
New public preschool being delivered at Mount Pritchard Public School as part of the NSW Government's 100 New Public Preschools program. The facility will provide 2 preschool rooms, administration, staff facilities, storage and a purpose-built outdoor play area for up to 40 children per day. Construction is underway following site remediation, with groundworks and building works progressing. Completion remains targeted for Day 1, Term 1, 2027, subject to final approvals.
Cabramatta West Seniors Housing Redevelopment
Redevelopment of existing aged social housing properties by Homes NSW into modern 2-storey seniors housing developments across multiple sites in Cabramatta West. The project will deliver new 1 and 2-bedroom units, improving social and affordable housing options in the area.
The Canleys Special Entertainment Precincts
Two Special Entertainment Precincts (SEPs) along Canley Vale Road in Canley Heights and Canley Vale, officially launched as 'The Canleys' on 28 November 2025 as Western Sydney's first SEPs. Operating under a 12-month trial phase, the precincts allow businesses to trade until midnight on weekdays and 2am on weekends, with live music and entertainment supported by strict acoustic controls. The initiative is backed by an NSW Government SEP Kickstart Grant of $183,308 and underpinned by the Fairfield LEP 2013 amendment (PP-2025-910), with the gateway determination issued in June 2025 and the planning proposal in finalisation.Business associations Canley Heights Nights and Little Asia Canley Vale coordinate precinct activations.
Bonnyrigg Estate Renewal - Humphries Precinct (Canvas)
An essential phase of the $400 million Bonnyrigg Estate redevelopment (stages 8 to 11) known as the Humphries Precinct. This masterplanned community, branded as Canvas, is transforming the former social housing estate into a mixed-tenure precinct with 210 private land lots and 65 social housing units managed by SGCH. The project includes the new Junior Play Park, extensions to Bishop Crescent, and enhanced road connectivity to the Bonnyrigg town hub. Current progress includes civil works and the final release of land lots to the private market.
FLAIR - 27-33 Ascot Street
FLAIR is a six-storey mid-rise apartment building delivering 74 residences in Canley Heights. The development offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with Caesarstone benchtops, Caroma tapware, and AEG appliances. Shared amenities include a landscaped rooftop terrace with two BBQ facilities and pergola, a ground-floor green space with dual decks, and secure underground parking. The building features a contemporary brick facade with sliding screens and vertical wooden slats for privacy. Developed by Ascot Developments, designed by Zhinar Architects, and constructed by Gaby Group.
Kinara Place
Kinara Place is a 112 million AUD mixed-use urban renewal project in Villawood, delivered by Traders In Purple in partnership with Homes NSW. The 1.5-hectare development will provide up to 400 new homes, including 55 social dwellings and key worker housing. The precinct includes over 3000sqm of public open space and nearly 5000sqm of retail, commercial, and community space, featuring a new supermarket, medical centre, and childcare facilities.
Bonnyrigg Town Hub Precinct (Stages 12-13)
A key phase of the 30-year Bonnyrigg Renewal, Stages 12 and 13 focus on the Town Hub Precinct. The project involves the delivery of approximately 600 new homes in a mixed-tenure model, including 185 social housing units. Infrastructure works include a new link road between Bonnyrigg Avenue and Tarlington Parade, a 9,000sqm junior play park, and super lots for future mid-rise apartment buildings (up to six storeys) and townhouses. Construction of the link road and site preparation commenced in early 2026.
Canley Vale High School Upgrade
Major upgrade of Canley Vale High School including new buildings, facilities modernisation, sports courts upgrade and improved accessibility infrastructure.
3,244 residents of Cabramatta West are employed, from a labour force of 3,518. Unemployment sits at 7.8%, with participation at 53.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,353, about 80% 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 local labor market in Cabramatta West features a strong presence of manufacturing and industrial jobs, alongside an unemployment rate of 7.8% and an estimated employment growth of 4.6% during the previous year, according to data aggregated by AreaSearch. By March 2026, the area recorded 3,244 working residents, yet the local unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, which is 3.7 percentage points higher than the Greater Sydney average, indicating potential for improvement. Participation rates also fall considerably behind the regional norm, with only 53.3% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 24.8% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect ongoing effects from the Covid-19 lockdown period.
The primary sectors employing local residents are manufacturing, retail trade, and health care & social assistance. The area features a particularly high concentration of manufacturing jobs, with representation levels at 2.8 times the regional norm. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, making up only 4.9% of local employment compared to the regional benchmark of 11.5%. This primarily residential locality appears to offer few local jobs, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader geographic areas, the year leading to March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 4.6% and the total labor force expand by 4.4%, leading to a decrease in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labor force grow by 1.9%, with a marginal reduction in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective demand in the suburb of Cabramatta West. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth patterns. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expectations differ widely across industry sectors. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local workforce mix suggests employment for the suburb of Cabramatta West could rise by 5.5% over five years and 12.1% over ten years, though this is a weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
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Median household income in Cabramatta West is $1,509 a week (about $78,000 a year), with median personal income at $481 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,814 a year against an average of $51,801. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the most recent postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Cabramatta West recorded a median income of $43,814 and an average income of $51,801. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average incomes of $60,817 and $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $48,336 for median income and $57,147 for average income as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual incomes are positioned at the 2nd percentile with a weekly figure of $481, while household incomes perform relatively better at the 36th percentile.
Income distribution statistics show that 30.0% of the local population, or 2,371 individuals, fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 brackets, mirroring regional patterns where 30.9% are in the same range. Housing affordability pressures are significant, leaving only 81.6% of household income after housing costs, placing the area in the 34th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Cabramatta West had 2,070 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 3% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 40% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 25.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.8%. 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 Cabramatta West at the time of the latest Census consisted of 85.6% standalone houses and 14.3% alternative housing types, such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to the Sydney metropolitan split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in the suburb of Cabramatta West stood at 31.9%, which is higher than the Sydney metropolitan average, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (28.2%) or renting (39.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 was below the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $380, compared to the metropolitan average of $470.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Cabramatta West exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Cabramatta West counted 2,070 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.5 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 81% of areas nationally, against 16% couples without children. 14% 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 households at 83.7%, consisting of couples with children at 41.0%, couples without children at 15.5%, and single parent households at 25.6%. The remaining 16.3% are non-family households, with single person households accounting for 13.7% and group housing representing 2.2% of the total. The median household size of 3.5 persons is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.2% of adults in Cabramatta West hold a university qualification, including 13.5% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 75% of areas nationally. A further 12.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 817 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 993 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The locality faces hurdles in higher education, with university qualification levels at 16.2%, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This scenario presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share of qualifications at 13.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.0% and graduate diplomas at 0.7%. Vocational education accounts for 20.1% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 7.3% and certificate qualifications at 12.8%. Enrolment levels in the community are high, with 32.6% of residents actively participating in formal study.
This student population includes 10.3% attending high schools, 9.8% in primary schools, and 6.4% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Cabramatta West reaches 39 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 1,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport statistics indicate there are 39 active transit stops operating in the suburb of Cabramatta West, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 18 separate routes, which provide a combined 1,037 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 149 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb of Cabramatta West, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 89%, while 7% travel by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per household, which is higher than the regional average.
About 24.8% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency across all local transit routes averages 148 trips daily, which translates to roughly 26 weekly trips for each transit stop in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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78.1% of residents in Cabramatta West report no long-term health condition. 7.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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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An analysis of health indicators reveals positive outcomes in the suburb of Cabramatta West, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness rates, with lower instances of common conditions observed across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private medical insurance is low, held by approximately 47% of the population, which is about 3,752 people. This is below the Greater Sydney coverage rate of 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues identified in the locality are diabetes and arthritis, affecting 6.0% and 5.2% of the population, respectively.
Meanwhile, 78.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and older represent 17.3% of the community, which is 1,367 people, exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Health outcomes for local seniors are particularly positive, ranking higher nationally than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
59.0% of Cabramatta West residents were born overseas and 79.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 98% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Vietnamese (34.4%) and Chinese (17.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Cabramatta West is among the most culturally diverse locations in Australia, with 59.0% of the population born outside the country and 79.5% using a language other than English at home. Buddhism is the leading religion in the suburb of Cabramatta West, practiced by 39.7% of the community, compared to 4.1% across the Greater Sydney region. Regarding parental ancestry, the three most common groups in the suburb of Cabramatta West are Vietnamese, representing 34.4% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 1.8%, Other at 19.2%, and Chinese at 17.1%, which is higher than the regional average of 8.4%.
Significant differences are also visible among other ancestries, with Serbian heritage overrepresented at 2.0% of the suburb of Cabramatta West compared to 0.5% regionally, Samoan at 2.5% compared to 0.5% regionally, and Lebanese at 1.2% compared to 2.6% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Cabramatta West is 38. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 28.2% 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 38 years in the suburb of Cabramatta West is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and matches the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Greater Sydney region, the suburb of Cabramatta West has a larger proportion of residents aged 55 to 64 (13.5%) but a smaller share of people aged 35 to 44 (11.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 age bracket has risen from 7.8% to 9.6% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 13.2% to 11.3%.
By 2041, demographic shifts will alter the local age profile, led by the 75 to 84 bracket, which is expected to rise by 78% (295 people) to reach 675 from 379. This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged 65 and over accounting for 85% of the projected growth, while population drops are forecast for the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cabramatta West
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 | Jul 2026 last 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 Jul 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 — 19 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,822 at the 2021 Census → 7,904 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 (SAL10739). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.