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The median house price in Colyton is $1.13m, with units at $965k. House values have moved 8.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Colyton has an estimated 9,187 residents, up from 8,770 at the 2021 Census — a change of 417 people, or 4.8%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. That puts 2,767 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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The suburb of Colyton has an estimated population of around 9,187 as of May 2026, based on ABS population updates and new addresses validated by AreaSearch. This represents an increase of 417 people, which is 4.8%, since the 2021 Census that recorded a population of 8,770 people. The inferred change comes from a resident population of 9,171, estimated by AreaSearch after reviewing the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and adding 20 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density ratio of 2,767 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the upper quartile compared to national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The 4.8% growth since census puts Colyton within 0.6 percentage points of the SA3 area, which grew by 5.4%, showing competitive growth fundamentals. Natural growth accounted for approximately 53.0% of the overall population gains in recent periods for the area. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 (using 2022 as a baseline) are utilized for SA2 regions, supplemented by NSW Government projections from 2022 (using 2021 as a baseline) where necessary. Age-specific growth trajectories from these sources are applied to local forecasts spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Colyton is expected to experience population expansion exceeding the national median, gaining 1,281 residents by 2041 based on these combined SA2 models, which represents a total increase of 13.8% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
174 new dwellings have been approved in Colyton over the past five years, an average of 34 a year. That places the area in the 67th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 58% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 42, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of ABS building approvals shows that Colyton averages about 34 residential building consents per year, with 174 dwellings approved over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 39 recorded during FY-26 so far. With an average of 3.1 new residents added for every completed dwelling during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand continues to outrun supply, potentially driving up purchasing competition and prices. The average construction cost for these new dwellings is $177,000, which falls below the regional standard and highlights more budget-friendly purchasing options.
Meanwhile, commercial projects approved this financial year total $561,000, pointing to very quiet commercial building activity. Per capita, Colyton features 16.0% less construction activity than Greater Sydney, though it ranks in the 60th percentile across Australia. Recent building permits consist of 58.0% standalone houses and 42.0% semi-detached or multi-unit dwellings, offering a broader range of options from family residences to smaller, budget-friendly units. This represents a clear shift from the historical housing stock, which is 95.0% standalone houses, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land and changing buyer preferences. The area registers roughly 249 people for every home approval, pointing to a low-density development market. Long-term forecasts suggest Colyton will add 1,265 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimates. Current building rates appear sufficient to meet this projected demand, which should keep the local market balanced without creating major pricing pressures.
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 Colyton, worth an estimated $2.28 billion. A further 44 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $52.1 billion. 9 are already under construction and 18 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 projects, planning schemes, and major developments have a significant impact on local growth. AreaSearch has tracked 7 projects poised to affect the community, with major undertakings including the M12 Motorway, the Western Sydney Aerotropolis Infrastructure and Development, the first stage of the Orchard Hills State-led Rezoning Proposal, and the Colyton Village Estate, as detailed in the list of key projects.
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M12 Motorway
16-kilometre toll-free, four-lane divided east-west motorway connecting the M7 Motorway at Cecil Hills to The Northern Road at Luddenham. Provides direct access to Western Sydney International Airport and includes multiple bridges, interchanges, and a shared user path.
Western Sydney Aerotropolis Infrastructure and Development
An 11,200-hectare economic and urban transformation precinct on the doorstep of the new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport. The Aerotropolis is being delivered through a coordinated $28 billion-plus government investment by the NSW and Australian Governments in enabling infrastructure, alongside private sector proposals which had grown to around $33 billion by December 2025 and continue to climb. Anchor projects include Bradfield City Centre (114 hectares with 10,000 future homes and 20,000 jobs), the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF), the toll-free M12 Motorway which opened on 14 March 2026, the Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line (now expected to open mid-to-late 2027 with a free interim bus service from 5 July 2026), and major upgrades to Mamre Road, Elizabeth Drive and Fifteenth Avenue.Sydney Water is delivering the Upper South Creek Advanced Water Recycling Centre and progressing the Aerotropolis Integrated Stormwater Schemes for the Wianamatta Badgerys, Cosgroves and Duncans Mulgoa catchments, with finalisation in early 2026 and Development Servicing Plan exhibition in Q2 2026. Bradfield Central Park construction is due to begin in the second half of 2026, with FDC Construction & Fitout appointed as head contractor in early 2026. The precinct is targeting more than 100,000 long-term jobs across advanced manufacturing, freight and logistics, aerospace and defence, agribusiness, healthcare, education and research.
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.
Mount Druitt Town Centre Renewal and WSIG Projects
Blacktown City Council is delivering a major Mount Druitt town centre renewal program funded through the NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program. Current works include the $40.6 million renewal of Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, where construction has commenced after the centre closed on 27 January 2026, and the $26.8 million revitalisation of Mount Druitt Hub, planned to start construction in early to mid 2026 and open in late 2027. The program also includes a new First Nations Cultural Hub, public garden, public domain and access improvements, and planning changes for a new developable mixed-use site in Mount Street to support the Mount Druitt Town Centre Masterplan.
Colyton Village Estate
Colyton Village Estate is a completed masterplanned residential community developed by Stockland in Colyton, western Sydney. The estate has delivered around 320 new homes along with local parks, playgrounds and landscaped open space close to established schools, shops and public transport. Construction and home building activity are largely complete, with the project functioning as an established neighbourhood by 2023.
St Marys Central Park
St Marys Central Park is a new civic park forming the green heart of the St Marys Town Centre renewal. Construction commenced in July 2026 following contractor appointment and early remediation works. The project includes a fenced childrens playspace with water play, entertainment space, event lawn, gardens, water features, pathways, seating, toilets and improved pedestrian connections between Queen Street, Coachmans Park and surrounding retail precincts.
Erskine Park Employment Area Expansion
Major Western Sydney industrial and logistics employment area within the Erskine Park / Western Sydney Employment Area precinct. The precinct includes Goodman assets such as Erskine Park Industrial Estate, Westpark Industrial Estate and Interlink Distribution Centre, with modern warehouse, office, distribution and light industrial space close to the M4 and M7 motorways. Most land is established or committed, while remaining activity is focused on leasing, fitout, subdivision and new warehouse facilities, including recent state significant development activity at Interlink Distribution Centre.
Anglicare Mount Druitt Affordable Housing
173 mixed tenure social and affordable housing units across three 8-storey towers with single level linked basement. Designed specifically for single women aged 55+ (45+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples). Includes ground floor community services, retail tenancy, and multiple community spaces. Part of NSW Government's Social and Affordable Housing Fund.
4,141 residents of Colyton are employed, from a labour force of 4,411. Unemployment sits at 6.1%, with participation at 59.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,420, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor pool is distributed across professional and industrial occupations, with a notable presence of manufacturing workers, alongside an unemployment rate of 6.1% according to regional database compilations. Active workers numbered 4,141 in March 2026, while the jobless rate sits 2.0% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Labor participation is also lower at 59.8% compared to the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census records show 24.0% of the local workforce worked from home, a figure likely influenced by public health restrictions at the time. The primary employment sectors for local workers are healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
There is a strong concentration in transport, postal, and warehousing jobs, which employ residents at 2.1 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional and technical services are underrepresented at 3.9% compared to the regional mark of 11.5%. The census balance between working residents and local jobs suggests this primarily residential suburb offers limited employment options within its borders. Based on analyses of SALM and ABS records, the local workforce contracted by 3.8% over the 12-month period, mirroring a 3.8% fall in employed residents and keeping the overall unemployment rate steady. In contrast, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% rise in employment, a 1.9% expansion of the labor force, and a small drop in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on future occupational demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could grow by 6.1% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Colyton is $1,539 a week (about $80,000 a year), with median personal income at $713 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,775 a year against an average of $56,048. 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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Tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates that the suburb of Colyton has income levels below the national average. The median taxpayer earnings sit at $51,775, with an average of $56,048, compared to Greater Sydney values of $60,817 and $83,003. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $57,118 for the median and $61,832 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are modest, falling between the 30th and 37th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 35.7% of households (representing 3,279 residents) earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the metropolitan rate of 30.9%. Financial pressures related to housing are high, with residents retaining 80.1% of their income after housing costs, ranking in the 34th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Colyton had 2,897 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 1% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the last Census, the housing inventory consisted of 95.1% standalone houses and 4.9% other types of housing, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to a metro split of 55.9% and 44.1% in Sydney. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Colyton stood at 26.8%, which is slightly lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being purchased via a mortgage (39.5%) or rented (33.7%). The median mortgage payment was $1,950 per month, substantially below the metro average of $2,427, while median rent was $380 weekly, compared to $470 across Sydney.
Nationally, local monthly mortgages exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Colyton counted 2,897 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 21% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 75.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children (34.1%), couples without children (20.9%), and single parent households (19.2%). Non-family households account for the remaining 24.3%, with single-person households at 21.8% and shared group homes at 2.8%. The median household occupancy of 2.8 persons exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.8% of adults in Colyton hold a university qualification, including 9.4% with a bachelor degree and 2.4% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 27.2% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,414 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 917 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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Educational data shows lower levels of tertiary attainment locally, with university graduates representing 12.8% of the population compared to 38.0% across Greater Sydney. This highlights potential areas for targeted learning programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.4% and graduate diplomas at 1.0%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 35.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.7%) and certificates (27.2%). Enrolment rates are high, with 31.3% of the population engaged in formal study. This student population includes 11.4% in primary schools, 9.3% in high schools, and 3.8% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Colyton reaches 62 stops on 24 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 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 1.4 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 transit data shows 62 bus stops in operation locally, covering 24 separate routes that deliver 1,956 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is excellent, with home-to-stop distances averaging 160 meters. Commuting patterns reflect the residential nature of the area, with most workers traveling outside the suburb; private cars are the primary mode of travel at 89%, while trains are used by 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.4 cars per home, which is above the metropolitan average. Additionally, 24.0% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic-era settings.
Transit services average 279 daily trips across the network, which equates to roughly 31 weekly services per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.7% of residents in Colyton report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 79% of areas nationally. 6.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 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 analyses point to notable public health issues, showing elevated mortality and chronic illness rates across multiple age bands, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at approximately 49% of the population, representing about 4,514 people. This is below the Greater Sydney average of 59.9% and the national benchmark of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.4% and 8.0% of residents. Meanwhile, 67.7% of the population reported no long-term illnesses, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age adults experience higher-than-average rates of chronic conditions.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 15.0% of the population, totaling 1,378 people, with senior health scores tracking closely with broader national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.1% of Colyton residents were born overseas and 29.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (22.9%) and English (19.9%). 4.6% 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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Cultural diversity is high compared to most areas, with 30.1% of residents born outside Australia and 29.9% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 59.2% of the local population. Islam shows the most distinct local concentration, representing 7.3% of residents compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental heritage, the most common ancestries are Australian at 22.9% (higher than the regional average of 17.8%), English at 19.9%, and Other at 16.0%. Specific ethnic groups show variations from regional norms, with Samoan background at 2.0% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Maltese at 2.4% (compared to 1.0%), and Lebanese ancestry at 2.5% (compared to 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Colyton is 36. 28.3% 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 36 years is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and slightly below the national median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (13.4%) but fewer young adults aged 25 - 34 (13.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 grew from 4.4% to 5.6%, while those aged 5 to 14 decreased from 14.1% to 13.4%. By 2041, demographic models indicate significant shifts, with the 75 to 84 age bracket projected to grow by 46%, adding 237 people to reach 752.
Seniors aged 65+ will account for 50% of the net population growth, whereas the 35 to 44 age bracket is expected to decrease by 4 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Colyton
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago 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 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 — 20 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,770 at the 2021 Census → 9,187 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 (SAL10987). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.