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The median house price in Claremont Meadows is $1.21m, with units at $888k. House values have moved 8.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Claremont Meadows has an estimated 5,579 residents, up from 5,177 at the 2021 Census — a change of 402 people, or 7.8%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years. 123 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 44.0% of that increase. That puts 1,835 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Claremont Meadows has a population estimated at approximately 5,579, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS demographic releases alongside post-Census validated new addresses. This represents an addition of 402 people (7.8%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 5,177 people. This upward trend stems from an estimated resident population of 5,543 derived from the ABS June 2025 ERP figures, combined with 123 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. Consequently, the suburb of Claremont Meadows records a population density of 1,835 persons per square kilometer, positioning it above the national benchmark assessed by AreaSearch.
Outpacing both the wider state and the SA4 region (6.3%), the 7.8% expansion recorded since the 2021 census establishes the suburb of Claremont Meadows as a regional growth frontrunner. Net overseas migration served as the core demographic catalyst by generating roughly 44.0% of recent population gains, complemented by positive contributions from natural increase and interstate movements. SA2-level demographic projections released by the ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (anchored to 2022) form the basis of AreaSearch's modeling, supplemented by the NSW State Government's 2022 releases (using 2021 as a base) where necessary. These aggregations also provide age-cohort growth trajectories applied across all localities spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic modeling indicates that the suburb of Claremont Meadows sits within the top quartile of statistical areas nationwide for population growth, with aggregated SA2-level figures projecting a gain of 1,631 persons through to 2041, translating to an overall expansion of 28.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
329 new dwellings have been approved in Claremont Meadows over the past five years, an average of 65 a year. That is 12.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 68 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 78% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 18, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch indicates that residential development in Claremont Meadows has tracked at approximately 65 dwellings sanctioned annually, generating an estimated total of 329 homes across the past 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 18 approvals have been registered. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the local market maintained balanced conditions with an average annual influx of 1 people per newly built home, although demand has accelerated over the past 2 financial years to 7.7 people per dwelling, pointing toward rising local appeal and potential housing shortages.
Approved residential projects carry an average expected construction cost of $460,000 per dwelling. Furthermore, the local planning pipeline includes $16.3 million in commercial approvals lodged during this financial year, reflecting a moderate degree of commercial building activity. Per capita residential construction in Claremont Meadows outpaces Greater Sydney by 108.0%, providing prospective purchasers with broader selection even with a recent moderation in construction pacing. This volume sits substantially above the national standard, highlighting strong developer interest in the precinct. Recent building approvals consist of 78.0% detached houses alongside 22.0% medium and high-density housing formats, preserving the neighbourhood's low-density suburban fabric while accommodating family households looking for space. This composition marks an evolution from the existing built environment (which currently comprises 93.0% houses), signalling diminishing greenfield parcels, evolving lifestyle preferences, and heightened demand for varied, entry-level housing choices. A metric of approximately 322 people per dwelling approval characterizes Claremont Meadows as a mature residential market. Looking forward from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Claremont Meadows is projected to add 1,595 residents by 2041. Under prevailing construction trajectories, residential development is anticipated to adequately absorb incoming demand, supporting favourable buyer conditions while potentially allowing population expansion to surpass baseline forecasts.
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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Claremont Meadows, worth an estimated $3.03 billion. A further 58 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $75.8 billion. 22 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development 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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Strategic planning policies, major civil works, and public infrastructure investments represent fundamental catalysts for future local performance. AreaSearch has highlighted a total of 15 projects with significant potential to influence the immediate surroundings. Prominent among these initiatives are the Mulgoa Road Upgrade Stage 2, Stockland x Western Sydney University Mixed-Use Precinct, Kingswood Hotel Mixed-Use Development, and Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport - Orchard Hills Station, alongside additional key developments detailed below.
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Western Sydney University Werrington Precinct - Masterplan Redevelopment
A rezoning proposal for the 99-hectare Werrington Precinct, jointly put forward by Western Sydney University and Stockland, seeking to amend the Penrith Local Environmental Plan 2010. The proposal covers the Werrington North and South campus sites either side of the Great Western Highway, about 5km from Penrith CBD, and is being assessed via the State Assessed Rezoning Proposal pathway. It could deliver approximately 1,500 homes, including around 900 residential lots, 500 apartments and 45 affordable homes, a local centre supporting more than 1,000 ongoing jobs, about 12,000 square metres of retail, commercial and community floorspace, 18.4 hectares of public open space, 12.5 hectares of conservation land, and community facilities including the heritage-listed Frogmore House.The proposal was on public exhibition from 23 July to 20 August 2026.
Mulgoa Road Upgrade Stage 2
The NSW and Australian governments are delivering the Mulgoa Road Upgrade Stage 2 between Glenmore Parkway and Jeanette Street. The project widens the corridor to improve capacity, safety and travel reliability, replaces the Glenmore Parkway roundabout with traffic signals, upgrades intersections, provides bus priority and improves pedestrian and cycling links with shared paths. Major construction is underway and completion is expected in late 2028.
Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport - Orchard Hills Station
Construction of the Orchard Hills Metro Station and the adjacent Stabling and Maintenance Facility (SMF) as part of the 23km Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line. As of May 2026, the project has reached advanced fit-out stages including the installation of platform screen doors, internal architectural finishes, and the completion of the 38-hectare maintenance hub structures. The station will serve as the gateway to a future Orchard Hills town centre, supporting thousands of new homes and jobs.Operational testing is slated for late 2026 ahead of the 2027 opening.
The Northern Road Upgrade (Glenmore Parkway Section)
Upgrade of The Northern Road between Narellan and Glenmore Parkway, widening from two to four lanes with a central median for future expansion. Includes signalised intersections, duplicated bridges, shared paths for pedestrians and cyclists, bus priority lanes, and improved access. Part of the Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan to support growth and connect to Western Sydney Airport and Aerotropolis.
Kings Central Werrington
Lendlease masterplanned community delivering over 300 turnkey homes across approximately 28 hectares next to Werrington Station, built in partnership with Eden Brae Homes and Creation Homes. Now around 87 percent sold, with a limited selection of premium parkfront homes remaining. Two parks totaling approximately 3 hectares of open space have been completed, and once finished the community will house more than 1000 residents.
Werrington Park Corporate Centre Redevelopment
Proposed redevelopment of the former corporate centre site into a mixed-use residential development comprising approximately 180 apartments with ground-floor commercial uses close to Werrington railway station. The proposal remains within the planning phase and sits within the broader Kingswood-Werrington urban renewal corridor identified by Penrith City Council.
St Marys Station Upgrade and Metro Integration
A major transport interchange project integrating the existing T1 Western Line with the new Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line. Key features include a new underground metro station, a 55-metre-long pedestrian concourse and footbridge via Harris and Hobart Streets, a northern pedestrian plaza, and a multi-storey commuter car park with over 250 additional spaces. The 23-kilometre metro line will connect St Marys to the new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and Bradfield City Centre, with the metro expected to open in mid-to-late 2027 following delays from the original late 2026 target.A free interim bus service between St Marys and the airport was announced by the NSW Government in January 2026 to bridge the gap. The project is a key commitment under the Western Sydney City Deal and a vital gateway for the Western Parkland City.
Gipps Street Recreation Precinct
A landmark 32-hectare sport and recreation facility in Claremont Meadows, transformed from a former waste facility site. Features multiple floodlit sports fields, children's playspaces with water play and nature play areas, youth zone with skate park and pump track, multi-sport courts, cricket practice facilities, netball courts, off-leash dog park, outdoor fitness equipment, central amenities building with canteen and change rooms, picnic areas, walking trails, and abundant parking. Officially opened August 31, 2024, welcoming over 7,000 attendees.Winner of Community Facility of the Year 2025 and Outdoor Sport and Leisure Facility Design Award 2025.
3,033 residents of Claremont Meadows are employed, from a labour force of 3,112. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 72.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,646, about 83% 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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Claremont Meadows maintains a qualified local workforce with strong representation across vital service industries, recording an unemployment rate of only 2.5% according to AreaSearch's statistical aggregations. Across the locality as of March 2026, 3,033 residents are employed, while the jobless rate sits 1.6% lower than the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney. Labour force participation remains sound at 72.5% relative to 68.9% across Greater Sydney. Meanwhile, Census returns revealed that 34.5% of working residents operated from home, a metric influenced in part by Covid-19 restrictions. Local workers are predominantly engaged in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
A notable structural specialisation exists within transport, postal & warehousing, where the local concentration reaches 1.7 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, professional & technical roles account for a modest 4.4% of the resident workforce compared against the 11.5% regional norm. Given the discrepancy between Census counts of resident workers and locally situated jobs, the surrounding area functions primarily as a dormitory residential community with limited internal employment generation. Based on AreaSearch's aggregation of ABS and SALM metrics over the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local labour force contracted by 5.4% alongside a 5.3% reduction in employed persons, leaving the unemployment rate largely unchanged. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded an employment expansion of 1.9% and a labour pool increase of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor reduction. Industry projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide further context regarding prospective workforce trends for Claremont Meadows over five and ten-year horizons. Across the nation, total employment is projected to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, with considerable variation across sectors. Applying these sectoral trajectories to the employment profile of Claremont Meadows suggests local employment could expand by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, based on an illustrative weighted model that excludes localized demographic forecasts.
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Median household income in Claremont Meadows is $2,297 a week (about $119,000 a year), with median personal income at $979 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,470 a year against an average of $70,539. 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 latest postcode-level ATO statistics released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Claremont Meadows recorded a taxpayer median income of $62,470 and an average income of $70,539. These figures exceed national standards, standing alongside Greater Sydney benchmarks of $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average). Factoring in a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 indicate a median income of approximately $68,917 and an average of $77,819. Census 2021 findings place household, family, and individual earnings in the 77th to 83rd percentiles across Australia.
The predominant earning cohort comprises 39.9% of taxpayers (2,226 residents) making between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, aligning with the metropolitan benchmark where 30.9% sit in this category. Furthermore, 32.6% of residents generate more than $3,000/week, demonstrating strong local spending capacity. Residential shelter expenses account for 16.5% of income, while overall earnings place disposable income in the 81st percentile and position the area in the 6th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Claremont Meadows had 1,596 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 0% apartments. 57% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 88% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 18.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing stock evaluated at the latest Census showed a heavy concentration of separate houses at 93.3%, while other dwellings (encompassing apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings) made up 6.6%, contrasting with Sydney metro where separate houses represented 55.9% and other dwellings accounted for 44.1%. Full home ownership in Claremont Meadows stood at 21.2%, trailing the Sydney metro benchmark, with 57.4% of properties mortgaged and 21.4% occupied by tenants. Median monthly mortgage commitments were recorded at $2,167, noticeably beneath the Sydney metro median of $2,427, and median weekly rental payments sat at $430 compared to $470 across Sydney metro.
When measured against nationwide benchmarks, mortgage repayments in Claremont Meadows surpass the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Claremont Meadows counted 1,596 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,720 today, averaging 3.2 people each. 52% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 19% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local domestic arrangements, representing 86.2% of all households, subdivided into couples with children (51.7%), couples without children (18.9%), and single parent families (14.6%). Non-family living situations account for the remaining 13.8%, made up of lone person households at 12.3% and group households at 1.5%. The average household in the area comprises 3.2 people, tracking above the Greater Sydney standard of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.0% of adults in Claremont Meadows hold a university qualification, including 16.8% with a bachelor degree and 4.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.7% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 642 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,008 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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Attainment of higher education qualifications in the locality presents a developmental opportunity, with 23.0% of residents possessing a university credential compared against the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. Among tertiary graduates, Bachelor degrees account for 16.8%, postgraduate qualifications comprise 4.6%, and graduate diplomas represent 1.6%. Applied technical and trade training is widespread, with vocational credentials held by 36.2% of the population aged 15+, including certificates (25.7%) and advanced diplomas (10.5%). A significant proportion of the local population is engaged in academic study, with 32.6% currently attending educational institutions. This learner demographic comprises 11.8% enrolled in primary education, 9.4% in secondary education, and 4.2% undertaking tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Claremont Meadows reaches 43 stops on 22 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 connectivity in Claremont Meadows is facilitated by 43 active transport stops providing bus connections across the suburb. These access points are integrated across 22 individual routes that deliver a combined 1,356 weekly passenger trips. Commuter accessibility is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 158 meters to the nearest transport stop. Given the suburban residential character of the precinct, outward vehicular commuting dominates, with private car travel representing 91% of journey-to-work trips. Household motor vehicle availability averages 1.8 per dwelling, exceeding the metropolitan standard. Additionally, 34.5% of working residents reported working from home in the 2021 Census, a figure reflecting pandemic conditions at the time.
Public transport operations generate a mean frequency of 193 trips per day across the collective network, corresponding to around 31 weekly trips per individual stop.
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73.7% of residents in Claremont Meadows report no long-term health condition. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 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 assessments by AreaSearch based on chronic ailment prevalence and mortality statistics indicate below-average health outcomes in Claremont Meadows, with common medical issues present across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance adoption is relatively solid, covering roughly 55% of the overall population (~3,057 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnosed illnesses in the area, affecting 8.2 and 7.3% of the community, respectively, while 73.7% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, comparable to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Health indicators across the working-age demographic remain typical. Seniors aged 65 and over account for 7.9% of the local population (440 people), well below the 15.5% share observed in Greater Sydney, with elderly health outcomes aligning broadly with national rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.0% of Claremont Meadows residents were born overseas and 26.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (24.9%) and English (20.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Claremont Meadows ranks above the vast majority of Australian communities, with 27.0% of residents born abroad and 26.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary faith, practiced by 58.0% of the local populace. The most pronounced deviation from regional patterns occurs in the Other religious category, which accounts for 3.1% locally versus 1.4% across Greater Sydney. Evaluating parental country of birth reveals that the leading ancestries across Claremont Meadows are Australian at 24.9% (considerably above the regional share of 17.8%), English at 20.5%, and Other at 14.2%.
Clear demographic variations also appear among other cultural groups, including Filipino residents who comprise 5.6% locally versus 2.0% regionally, Maltese at 3.2% compared to 1.0%, and Croatian at 1.2% versus 0.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Claremont Meadows is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 27.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Claremont Meadows features a well-established demographic profile centred on family living rather than recent suburban emergence. Estimates updated to August 2026 indicate that 37.9% of the population consists of children and young adults (0 - 24), contrasting with 30.4% across Greater Sydney, while retirees and elderly cohorts (65+) represent 7.9% compared to the 15.5% metropolitan benchmark. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 33, matching the 2021 Census figure, which sits 4 years younger than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and below the national median of 38 recorded at that Census.
By 2041, the largest numerical population increase will occur in the middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64), which are projected to grow by 46% (642 residents) to reach 2,048. The fastest rate of expansion is forecast among retiree and elderly cohorts, climbing 53% to 674 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Claremont Meadows
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 3 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 123 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,177 at the 2021 Census → 5,579 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 Aug 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 (SAL10917). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.