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The median house price in Chisholm (NSW) is $1.03m, with units at $750k. House values have moved 7.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Chisholm (NSW) has an estimated 7,072 residents, up from 4,577 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,495 people, or 54.5%. Growth has averaged 11.9% a year over five years, faster than 98% of areas nationally. 960 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 71.0% of that increase. That puts 953 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 demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region, alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, the population of the suburb of Chisholm (NSW) is projected to be approximately 7,072 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,495 individuals (54.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,577 individuals. This adjustment is deduced from a resident population of 6,851, calculated by AreaSearch following an analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and an additional 960 validated new addresses since the Census.
Such population numbers yield a density of 953 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with the typical averages observed across areas analyzed by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 54.5% in the suburb of Chisholm (NSW) since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of NSW (4.9%) and the state overall, establishing it as a regional growth frontrunner. This upward trajectory was chiefly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 71.0% of the total population gains in recent times, though other contributors like natural increase and overseas migration also made positive impacts. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline are employed. Age group growth velocities from these datasets are likewise applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic outlooks for the suburb of Chisholm (NSW), exceptional expansion placing it in the top 10 percent of national non-metropolitan locations is anticipated, with the area projected to add 6,304 individuals by 2041 according to combined SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 86.0% across the 16 years.
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1,191 new dwellings have been approved in Chisholm (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 238 a year. That places the area in the 97th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 34 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 218 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 77% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 166, 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 distributed from statistical area statistics, Chisholm has seen approximately 238 residential units approved for construction on an annual basis, amounting to an estimated 1,191 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, a total of 153 approvals have been logged. An average of 2.5 new residents were added per year for each constructed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to solid demand that should bolster real estate values, with new residential projects carrying an average building cost of $393,000.
Furthermore, commercial project approvals worth $4.4 million have been registered during this financial year, underscoring the largely residential character of the locality. Chisholm displays 308.0% more building activity per capita than the Rest of NSW, providing buyers with a wider array of choices, even though construction rates have decelerated recently. This volume of activity sits well above national benchmarks, showing high developer faith in the local market. New construction is comprised of 77.0% detached residences and 23.0% semi-detached options or units, maintaining the low-density profile of the neighborhood with a focus on free-standing homes that appeal to purchasers looking for space. This represents a notable shift from current residential structures which stand at 100.0% houses, reflecting a decrease in available vacant land while adjusting to changing lifestyle choices and housing cost constraints. Registering about 38 individuals for every approved dwelling, Chisholm exhibits the classic traits of an expanding area. Demographic predictions indicate that Chisholm will welcome an additional 6,082 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily satisfy this demand, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially enabling population expansion to outstrip current forecasts.
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Development applications around Chisholm (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Chisholm (NSW), worth an estimated $2.39 billion. A further 18 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.58 billion. 9 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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 performance is heavily shaped by developments in regional infrastructure, major works, and planning policies. AreaSearch has identified a total of 12 projects that are expected to influence the community. Primary developments include Chisholm Plaza, Sophia Waters Estate, the Raymond Terrace Place Plan, and Sophia Waters Sportsground, with details provided on those of greatest local significance.
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Raymond Terrace Place Plan
Port Stephens Council is developing the Raymond Terrace Place Plan to guide the 20-year growth and revitalisation of the town centre, succeeding the 2015 strategy. The plan targets approximately 2,500 new dwellings with a focus on diverse housing types including townhouses and affordable options to support a population increase of over 5,400 residents. Key elements include public space upgrades, safety enhancements, and the William Street Public Domain Plan.
Chisholm Plaza
Chisholm Plaza is a $180 million neighbourhood shopping centre currently under construction in the Waterford Estate. The 15,000 sqm development is triple-anchored by Woolworths, Aldi, and Dan Murphys, and will include over 50 specialty stores. The precinct features a 112-place childcare centre, swim school, gym, medical centre, and a dining precinct with a tavern. The project targets a 4-star Green Star rating and will provide 638 car spaces. Construction by Richard Crookes Constructions commenced in March 2025, with completion expected in the last quarter of 2026.
Sophia Waters Sportsground
A new neighbourhood sportsground in Sophia Waters, Chisholm, funded by Maitland City Council as part of its 2025-26 capital works program. The facility includes two mixed sports fields, a turf cricket wicket, an amenities building with accessible changerooms and toilets, a canteen, storage, irrigation, field flood lighting, fencing, and over 100 parking spaces. A playspace adjacent to the sportsground is also planned. Construction commenced May 2025 with completion targeted for late 2026. The facility will serve the growing residential communities of Thornton, Chisholm and surrounds.
Sophia Waters Estate
Sophia Waters Estate is a master-planned residential community in Chisholm developed by Allam Property Group. Originally planned for around 1,500 lots across multiple stages, a further 600+ lots were acquired in late 2024 bringing the total to approximately 2,100 dwellings. The estate offers a mix of land-only lots and turnkey house-and-land packages on blocks up to 800 square metres, with prices starting from $410,000. Amenities include open spaces, extensive landscaping, and a network of walking and cycling trails.A new $10 million Maitland City Council sportsground on Suncroft Street commenced construction in May 2025 and is expected to complete in late 2026, providing two mixed sports fields, a turf cricket wicket, an amenities building, flood lighting, and over 100 car spaces. Located in the Hunter Valley between Raymond Terrace and Maitland, with easy access to Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens.
Waterford
Waterford is a masterplanned community in Chisholm, NSW, developed by AVID Property Group. The project spans approximately 173 hectares including 74 hectares of green space, wetlands, and parks, with 7km of walking and cycling paths. Waterford is being delivered in stages to approximately 1610 total lots, with a display village of 23 homes from builders including McDonald Jones Homes, Clarendon Homes, Simonds Homes and Eden Brae Homes. The community includes established schools such as St Bede's College and St Aloysius Primary, a childcare centre, and a future village centre and sports precinct.
McFarlanes Rise
McFarlanes Rise is a limited land release in the transforming community of Chisholm, NSW, offering 85 residential lots for families to build their dream homes. It features proximity to schools, employment at Maitland Hospital, and natural surroundings with parks and outdoor activities.
Hume Housing Raymond Terrace Social Housing Project
Transformation of three ageing social houses into 13 new dwellings on Phillip Street - comprising six two-bedroom social homes and seven affordable townhouses. The project will provide housing for approximately 30 people and is backed by $7.5 million in government funding.
Brentwood Thornton Final Stage
Final release of 35 generous sized residential lots in Brentwood Thornton, the concluding stage of a 175-lot contemporary living estate. Located minutes from Newcastle and Maitland, featuring generously proportioned blocks (451-709sqm), open green spaces, parklands, and direct pedestrian access to Allan and Don Lawrence Sports Field. The development includes a planned 132-place childcare centre and offers lifestyle options for building dream homes.
4,174 residents of Chisholm (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 4,215. Unemployment sits at 1.0%, with participation at 83.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 5,340, about 76% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Chisholm possesses a highly qualified labor force with strong representation in critical service fields, an unemployment rate of only 1.0%, and an annual employment growth estimate of 8.1%, derived from statistical data compiled by AreaSearch. As of March 2026, there are 4,174 working residents, and the local unemployment rate is 3.1% below the 4.1% rate seen in Regional NSW, while labor force participation is exceptionally high at 83.8% compared to the 60.6% recorded across Regional NSW. Census returns indicate that a high proportion of residents, specifically 26.5%, worked from home, although this may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare and social assistance, education and training, alongside construction. The community exhibits a distinct vocational concentration in mining, where the share of employment is 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, agricultural, forestry, and fishing enterprises have a minimal footprint, employing just 0.4% of the workforce compared to 5.3% across the wider region. This heavily residential district seems to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of working residents against the locally employed population from the Census. According to SALM and ABS statistics compiled from regional datasets, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment levels grow by 8.1% and the labor force expand by 8.1%, keeping the overall unemployment rate stable. Conversely, Regional NSW saw employment contract by 0.9% and the labor force shrink by 0.4%, leading to a rise of 0.5 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context on future labor demand in Chisholm. These estimates, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce composition to project potential patterns. Although national employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral trends to the local workforce mix suggests Chisholm's employment base could rise by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not account for specific local population trends.
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Median household income in Chisholm (NSW) is $2,755 a week (about $143,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,164 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $68,549 a year against an average of $79,813. 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 level tax data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Chisholm record a median income of $68,549 and an average income of $79,813. This represents a very high level nationally, comparing to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusted for the 10.32% growth in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current figures would stand at roughly $75,623 for the median and $88,050 for the average as of March 2026.
Census findings show household, family, and individual earnings in Chisholm are positioned between the 89th and 94th percentiles across the country. Income distribution statistics show that 39.0% of the population, or 2,758 people, earn weekly incomes between $1,500 and $2,999, which is comparable to the regional average of 29.9% in the same bracket. A notable 43.3% of the community earns in excess of $3,000 per week, pointing to affluent segments that support local retail and commercial markets. High housing expenses take up 16.0% of earnings, yet strong wages keep disposable incomes in the 94th percentile, placing the area in the 8th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Chisholm (NSW) had 1,406 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 62% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $550 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,344 a month, a total housing cost higher than 95% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the composition of residential properties in Chisholm stood at 99.6% houses and 0.4% other formats such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to Regional NSW where houses comprised 82.6% and other dwellings made up 17.4%. Outright home ownership in Chisholm was lower than the Regional NSW average, standing at 18.9%, with the rest of the properties being mortgaged (61.7%) or occupied by renters (19.4%). The median monthly payment for home loans in the area was recorded at $2,344, which is notably higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while median weekly rent was $550 compared to the regional figure of $330.
From a national perspective, mortgage commitments in Chisholm are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Chisholm (NSW) counted 1,406 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,172 today, averaging 3.2 people each. 57% are couples with children, more than in 98% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 7% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Homes occupied by families represent the vast majority of the area at 92.2% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 56.5%, couples without children at 28.4%, and single parent households at 6.2%. The remaining 7.8% are non-family households, with single-person residences accounting for 6.6% and group living situations making up 1.7% of the total. The median size of households is 3.2 individuals, which exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
27.3% of adults in Chisholm (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 19.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 28.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,462 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,041 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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Academic credentials in Chisholm are notably higher than typical benchmarks, with 27.3% of individuals aged 15 and over possessing university degrees, compared to 15.2% in the SA4 region and 17.6% in the SA3 area. This pronounced academic edge positions the community well for professional services and knowledge sector roles. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 19.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Practical and technical certifications are also prominent, with 42.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 13.5% and certificates at 28.5%.
School and study enrollment is remarkably high, with 34.3% of the population currently engaged in formal studies. This total is comprised of 14.0% attending primary schools, 8.1% in high schools, and 4.4% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Chisholm (NSW) reaches 26 stops on 48 routes, timetabled for about 370 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.0 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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Analysis of transit options shows 26 active passenger stops operating in Chisholm, consisting of bus services. These stops support 48 different routes, which provide a total of 365 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as good, with houses situated an average of 271 meters from their closest transit point. Since the area is primarily residential, the vast majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel for 98% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 2.0 cars per residence, which is higher than the regional average.
A significant 26.5% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic lockdowns. Typical transit frequencies average 52 services per day across all routes, which translates to roughly 14 weekly services for each individual stop.
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73.7% of residents in Chisholm (NSW) report no long-term health condition. 4.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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The local area displays strong general health statistics based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and long-term health issues, with both youth and senior groups showing low rates of typical medical conditions, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is remarkably high at roughly 58% of the population, or 4,132 individuals. This is higher than the 51.9% average across Regional NSW. The most frequent health diagnoses among local residents were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 9.1% and 8.1% of the population respectively, whereas 73.7% of individuals reported having no medical issues at all, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Residents under the age of 65 experience health outcomes that are better than average. The suburb has 9.3% of its population aged 65 or older, representing 657 individuals, which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health profiles for these older residents remain above average, matching national trends observed in the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Chisholm (NSW) is largely Australian-born, at 84.1% of residents, with 13.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (30.4%) and English (29.4%). 3.4% 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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Chisholm reflects similar cultural metrics to the surrounding region, with 84.1% of the population born in Australia, 92.6% holding citizenship, and 87.0% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, followed by 60.7% of residents, which is higher than the 55.9% average across Regional NSW. Regarding family backgrounds and parental birthplaces, the three largest ancestral cohorts in Chisholm are Australian at 30.4%, English at 29.4%, and Scottish at 6.9%. There are also distinct demographic variations compared to regional averages, with Korean ancestry overrepresented at 0.7% of the population compared to 0.1% regionally, Indian ancestry at 4.3% compared to 0.6% regionally, and Welsh ancestry at 0.6% compared to 0.5% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Chisholm (NSW) is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 26.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 32 years in Chisholm is considerably lower than the Regional NSW median of 43 and also below the national median of 38. Compared to the rest of the state, Chisholm has a higher proportion of residents in the 35 to 44 age bracket (20.3%) but a lower share of people aged 65 to 74 (6.0%). The concentration of 35 to 44 year-olds is notably higher than the national figure of 14.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 1.6% to 2.7%.
Meanwhile, children aged 5 to 14 have decreased from 19.0% to 17.1% of the population. By 2041, Chisholm is projected to experience major shifts in its demographic profile, led by the 35 to 44 age group which is expected to expand by 90% (an increase of 1,292 people), growing from 1,435 to 2,728.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Chisholm (NSW)
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
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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 6 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 — 960 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,577 at the 2021 Census → 7,072 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 (SAL10908). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.