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The median house price in Chain Valley Bay is $850k. House values have moved 3.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Chain Valley Bay has an estimated 2,785 residents. 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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Drawing from an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside newly validated addresses by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Chain Valley Bay has an estimated residency of 2,785 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 12 people (0.4%) compared to the 2,773 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is derived from the resident figure of 2,785, which AreaSearch calculated by analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and verifying addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 497 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample personal space and capacity for potential future expansion.
Throughout the last ten years, the suburb of Chain Valley Bay has shown steady development, registering a 1.2% compound annual growth rate that exceeded the SA3 region. Population expansion during recent timeframes was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 75.0% of the overall gains. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends from these datasets are also projected onto all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, population growth is projected to land slightly underneath the national median, with the suburb of Chain Valley Bay expected to gain 178 residents by 2041 according to combined SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 6.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
24 new dwellings have been approved in Chain Valley Bay over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, running ahead of 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 review of ABS building approval statistics distributed from statistical area data, Chain Valley Bay typically sees about 4 homes approved for development annually, with roughly 24 residences approved over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 22 during the current FY-26 period. Over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), an average of 2.4 new occupants were added per constructed dwelling, indicating healthy demand that underpins property valuations, while new residences carry a mean build cost of $221,000—below regional benchmarks—presenting more affordable options for purchasers.
Additionally, commercial approvals reached $156,000 during this financial year, pointing to a focus that is overwhelmingly residential. In comparison to Greater Sydney, building activity in Chain Valley Bay is substantially lower, sitting at 60.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited supply of new builds generally bolsters demand and values for pre-existing properties, even though construction has picked up of late. This rate also sits below the national benchmark, indicating the mature state of the area and suggesting possible planning constraints. The mix of new construction consists of 83.0% detached houses and 17.0% medium and high-density options, preserving the classic low-density feel with a preference for family-oriented spaces. With roughly 327 residents per approved dwelling, Chain Valley Bay displays characteristics typical of a low-density community. Looking forward, Chain Valley Bay is projected to add 178 occupants by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Given the current pace of development, residential supply could struggle to keep up with population expansion, which may intensify competition among purchasers and help maintain upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects close to Chain Valley Bay, worth an estimated $272 million. 3 are already under construction and 5 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure updates, major construction projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on area performance. In total, a single development project has been identified by AreaSearch as having a probable local impact. Key initiatives include the Crangan Bay Residential Estate, the Charmhaven Master-Planned Housing Community, the South East Growth Area Plan, and the Toukley Desalination Water Treatment Plant, with the list below highlighting those of greatest significance.
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Lake Munmorah Recreation Facility
A $3.81 million project to create a significant active precinct including an inclusive regional-sized playspace, a district-level skatepark and pump track, an upgraded access road and carpark, and supporting recreational infrastructure.
Lakes Ridge Residential Estate
A 283-lot residential subdivision on 27.2 hectares of land. The development has received consent and includes 3 hectares for conservation, restoration of a wetland, a local park, and walking/cycleways.
Darkinjung LALC & Landcom Housing Project
A partnership between Darkinjung LALC and Landcom to develop a site at Lake Munmorah, with early investigations showing potential for approximately 380 new dwellings, including affordable housing. The project includes a planning proposal to rezone approximately 75 hectares of land for residential development with an estimated yield of 600 lots, and around 88 hectares for environmental conservation. Rezoning was completed in late 2022.
The Rise at Wyee
A boutique residential land estate of 50 premium DA-approved home sites with lots ranging from 321sqm to 1039sqm at 18 Gosford Road, Wyee. Releases 1 and 2 are sold out with further lots now selling. Construction has commenced with land registration expected in late 2026. The project offers affordable land in a family-friendly growth corridor on the Central Coast experiencing significant investment.
Wyee Local Centre Expansion
The planning proposal (RZ/4/2024) to rezone 1.42 hectares of land from RU4 Primary Production to E1 Local Centre was approved by Lake Macquarie City Council in February 2025. This project facilitates the expansion of the existing Wyee local centre to accommodate a full-line supermarket, specialty retail stores, food and drink outlets, medical offices, and a childcare centre. It is a key part of the Wyee Structure Plan, designed to service a population expected to grow by 78% by 2041, and is anticipated to create approximately 285 local jobs.
Radcliffe Wyee
A large-scale residential subdivision offering approximately 730 new homes and land lots with open spaces, parklands, wildlife corridors, and recreational areas in a serene township setting midway between Gosford and Newcastle. Construction is ongoing, with civil works for stages continuing.
Wyee District Park Upgrade
Lake Macquarie City Council is upgrading and expanding Wyee Community Hall Reserve into a district-level park. The project includes land acquired at 122-124 Wyee Road, a new neighbourhood playground, replacement skate park, landscaping, paths, parking and recreation improvements. During 2026 the draft master plan is on public exhibition, including consultation on retaining the existing tennis courts or replacing them with a multi-purpose court. Finalisation of the master plan is expected by the end of 2026, with staged construction subject to future funding.
Charmhaven Master-Planned Housing Community
A master-planned housing community at Charmhaven on the NSW Central Coast, delivering up to 2,000 single-dwelling homes, 120 ha of protected environmental green space, a new school and business park.
1,040 residents of Chain Valley Bay are employed, from a labour force of 1,076. Unemployment sits at 3.4%, with participation at 43.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,389, about 86% 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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Chain Valley Bay features a diverse labor force distributed between professional and trade roles, with significant representation in essential service industries, a jobless rate of just 3.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.3% over the prior year, based on compiled statistical area data from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, there are 1,040 employed local residents, and the unemployment rate sits 0.7% below the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney, although workforce participation is much lower at 43.0% compared to the regional figure of 69.1%. Census records show that a moderate 21.8% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockouts.
The primary employment sectors for local residents consist of health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce shows a distinct concentration in construction, where the employment share is 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for only 3.7% of the local workforce relative to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. The local area appears to provide limited employment options nearby, as shown by comparing the count of census workers to the resident population. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, the year leading up to March 2026 saw employment expand by 3.3% and the labor force grow by 3.7%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point rise in the jobless rate. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% increase in jobs and a 1.9% rise in the labor force, accompanied by a minor decline. National occupational forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context on prospective future demand in Chain Valley Bay. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local workforce profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary significantly across different sectors. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local employment distribution suggests that local jobs will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not incorporate localized population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Chain Valley Bay is $866 a week (about $45,000 a year), with median personal income at $530 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,919 a year against an average of $53,264. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the most recent postcode ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Chain Valley Bay has a median taxpayer income of $43,919 and an average of $53,264. This is lower than the country-wide average, in contrast to the median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 found in Greater Sydney. Accounting for Wage Price Index inflation of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated figures would be roughly $48,451 for the median and $58,761 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show that household, family, and individual earnings in Chain Valley Bay all place within the bottom 5% of national statistics, ranging between the 0th and 5th percentiles.
The largest income bracket is composed of 39.0% of earners making between $400 - 799 weekly (1,086 residents), differing from the broader region where 30.9% earn between $1,500 - 2,999. The concentration of 46.2% of taxpayers in categories below $800 per week points to financial strain for a substantial portion of the community. After meeting housing costs, residents retain 85.6% of their income, which places in only the 3rd percentile across the nation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Chain Valley Bay had 1,239 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 0% apartments. 24% are owned with a mortgage, 9% rented and 67% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,647 a month. Rent absorbs 42.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 43.9%. 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 configurations in Chain Valley Bay at the time of the most recent Census consisted of 90.4% separate houses and 9.5% other dwelling types like townhouses and apartments, compared to the Sydney metropolitan area which recorded 55.9% separate houses and 44.1% other options. The home ownership rate in Chain Valley Bay stood well above the Sydney metropolitan average at 66.9%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (23.8%) or occupied by tenants (9.3%). The median monthly home loan payment in the area was recorded at $1,647, which is considerably lower than the Sydney metropolitan median of $2,427, while the median weekly rent stood at $370, compared to $470 for the wider metro area.
Nationwide, mortgage payments in Chain Valley Bay are notably below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are lower than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Chain Valley Bay counted 1,239 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.1 people each. 16% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 38% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units represent the majority of local households at 62.1%, consisting of 15.9% couples with children, 37.7% couples without children, and 8.1% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 37.9% of households, with single-person households at 35.3% and group households making up 1.8% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.1 people is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
8.4% of adults in Chain Valley Bay hold a university qualification, including 5.8% with a bachelor degree and 1.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 35.4% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The local community experiences lower rates of higher education, with university qualification rates at 8.4%, which is far below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This situation presents both a hurdle and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 5.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.4% and graduate diplomas at 1.2%. Trade and vocational capabilities are highly represented, with 45.0% of residents aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 35.4%. A significant portion of the population is actively engaged in formal study, representing 21.7% of the community.
This group includes 7.6% of residents in primary schooling, 6.3% in secondary school, and 2.4% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Chain Valley Bay reaches 15 stops on 20 routes, timetabled for about 260 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 reviews indicate that 15 active transit stops operate in Chain Valley Bay, offering a mix of bus options. These locations are served by 20 distinct routes, which combine to provide 255 passenger trips every week. Transit accessibility is classified as excellent, with local residents generally living 135 meters from their closest stop. As the locality is chiefly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the area to work, and private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 95%. Households own an average of 1.0 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average.
Roughly 21.8% of local workers performed their jobs from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic circumstances. Transit schedules show an average of 36 trips per day across the collective routes, which translates to roughly 17 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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49.2% of residents in Chain Valley Bay report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 88% of areas nationally. 9.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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 indicators demonstrate significant hurdles in Chain Valley Bay, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which affect both younger and older demographics, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is particularly low at roughly 48% of the population (approximately 1,338 individuals). This is in contrast to the 59.9% coverage across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical issues reported in the locality were arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 16.9 and 8.3% of the community, respectively, while 49.2% of residents reported having no medical conditions at all, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The population of working age experiences distinct health issues, marked by higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 50.2% of the local population (1,398 individuals), which is significantly higher than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. Health indicators for senior residents present some hurdles, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Chain Valley Bay is largely Australian-born, at 84.4% of residents, with 2.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.7%) and Australian (29.1%). 3.9% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Chain Valley Bay ranks below average for cultural variety, with citizens making up 88.5% of the population, 84.4% of residents born in Australia, and 97.9% of the household population speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 67.6% of local residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding family heritage based on parents' country of birth, the three most common backgrounds in Chain Valley Bay are English, representing 34.7% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 19.0%, Australian, representing 29.1% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 17.8%, and Irish, representing 9.6% of the population.
There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds: Maltese heritage is overrepresented at 1.2% of the population compared to 1.0% across the region, Welsh ancestry is at 0.7% compared to 0.4% regionally, and Scottish heritage represents 8.8% of the population compared to 4.8% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Chain Valley Bay is 63, older than 99% of areas nationally. 13.6% 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 63 years in Chain Valley Bay is much higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and also exceeds the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Chain Valley Bay contains a larger proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 (21.9%) but a smaller share of young adults aged 25 - 34 (5.7%). This concentration of individuals aged 75 - 84 is far higher than the national average of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85+ has increased from 5.1% to 7.3%, and the 75 to 84 age group has risen from 19.8% to 21.9%.
Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 7.8% to 5.8%, and the 65 to 74 age group dropped from 22.3% to 21.0%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections indicate major changes in the local age profile, with the 85+ cohort expected to expand by 182 people (90%) from 203 to 386. This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older account for all of the expected growth, while the 65 to 74 and 15 to 24 age groups are projected to see declines in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Chain Valley Bay
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,773 at the 2021 Census → 2,785 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 (SAL10879). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.