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The median house price in Coogee (NSW) is $4.60m, with units at $1.63m. House values have moved 3.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Coogee (NSW) has an estimated 15,236 residents, up from 14,634 at the 2021 Census — a change of 602 people, or 4.1%. That puts 7,935 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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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the surrounding territory, along with recently confirmed addresses by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Coogee (NSW) has an estimated resident count of approximately 15,236 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 602 people (4.1%) from the 2021 Census, when the recorded population stood at 14,634 residents. This variation is derived from the resident population of 15,213, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) combined with 93 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With this population level, the local density ratio is 7,935 persons per square kilometer, placing the area in the highest 10% of all national territories evaluated by AreaSearch, highlighting local land as an extremely prized resource.
The primary driver of local population growth has been overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 68.0% of the overall population gains during the most recent periods. For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as their starting point. Where such statistics are unavailable, AreaSearch employs SA2 forecasts from the NSW State Government published in 2022 using 2021 as the base year. Demographic growth trends by age bracket from these datasets are projected forward for the suburb of Coogee (NSW) from 2032 to 2041. Evaluating future population shifts, expansion is expected to align with the lower quartile of Australian statistical territories, with projections indicating an increase of 585 persons by 2041 using aggregated SA2 data, which represents an overall growth rate of 3.7% over the 16 years.
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145 new dwellings have been approved in Coogee (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 29 a year. That is 1.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 28 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 29% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 17, 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 AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approval statistics distributed from broader regional figures, Coogee has averaged approximately 29 annual residential building approvals, representing an estimated total of 145 dwellings during the last 5 financial years. For the current FY-26 period, 16 approvals have been documented so far. Even as the locality has faced population decline, construction volumes have been relatively sufficient, which is favorable for purchasers, with new dwellings carrying an average construction value of $1,807,000, indicating that developers are focusing heavily on the high-end tier with premium projects.
Furthermore, $1.8 million in commercial building approvals have been registered during this financial year, which points to a predominantly residential orientation. In comparison to Greater Sydney, Coogee shows approximately three-quarters the volume of new residential approvals per capita, placing in the 21st percentile among all analyzed locations across the country, which translates to a relatively restricted selection for buyers and reinforces demand for established properties. This rate also sits below the national benchmark, reflecting the mature nature of the area and indicating possible planning restrictions. Detached houses accounted for 29.0% of recent construction, while medium and high-density dwellings made up the remaining 71.0%. This movement toward higher-density structures offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time buyers. New residential building approvals show a higher preference for detached dwellings than is reflected in the current housing stock (11.0% at the Census), highlighting persistent strong demand for family residences despite rising density pressures. There are approximately 744 people for every single dwelling approval in this location, pointing to a well-established property market. Looking ahead, projections indicate that Coogee will add 562 new residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Under ongoing construction rates, the supply of new housing is anticipated to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially encouraging growth beyond current demographic forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Coogee (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Coogee (NSW), worth an estimated $15.4 billion. A further 86 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $29.4 billion. 31 are already under construction and 37 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and education & training. 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 improvements, major developments, and urban planning changes are key drivers of regional property performance. In total, 17 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the locality. Significant developments include the Coogee Bay Hotel Redevelopment, the Coogee Beach Water Quality Improvement Project, the Stan Windon Memorial Playground Upgrade, and The Carrington Coogee, with details provided below for those of highest relevance.
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Sydney Metro Eastern Suburbs Extension
Strategic long-term extension of the Sydney Metro network extending Metro West southeast from Hunter Street Station toward Zetland, Randwick, Maroubra, and La Perouse. Identified in the South East Sydney Transport Strategy 2056 to support urban renewal and ease transit congestion in Green Square and the southeastern corridor. The initiative remains in strategic planning investigation with no committed capital delivery schedule.
Coogee Beach Water Quality Improvement Project
$7 million stormwater diversion upgrade to improve water quality at Coogee Beach by constructing a new underground pump station and pressure mains to divert stormwater further offshore, reducing pollution and public health risks after rainfall. Funded jointly by the NSW Government ($3 million in the 2025-26 state budget), Randwick City Council and Sydney Water. Works commenced in 2025 with completion targeted by 2026.
Coogee Bay Hotel Redevelopment
$111 million redevelopment of iconic 150-year-old Coogee Bay Hotel by C!NC Hotels. 58 new apartments in 5-6 storey building, 31 hotel rooms (16 new + 15 refurbished), 11 retail tenancies, internal "Eat Street" laneway. Architecture by Fender Katsalidis, heritage by Weir Phillips, landscape by OCULUS.
The Carrington Coogee
Residential development at 133-135 Carrington Road, Coogee. Part of the ongoing urban renewal in the area featuring contemporary apartment design with coastal influences.
Coogee Bay Road Shop Top Housing Development
Demolition of existing buildings and structures, tree removal, and construction of a shop top housing development comprising 21 residential units, a commercial unit on the lower ground floor, and two levels of basement parking with 42 car spaces. The development includes variations to building height and floor space ratio.
Ballamac House
Historic 1860s Ballamac House restored to original grandeur by Central Element. Eight luxury three-bedroom residences across heritage house (2 residences) and new four-storey building (6 residences). Record-breaking $20M penthouse sale. Architecture by Tonkin Zulaikha Greer, interiors by Mim Design, landscaping by JILA.
Stan Windon Memorial Playground Upgrade
Major upgrade of the Stan Windon Memorial Playground at Grant Reserve in Coogee, with Randwick City Council endorsing a $1.35 million plan in April 2025. The upgrade will retain the playground in its current location and replace the ageing play equipment. A proposal to expand the site into a larger regional facility was ruled out due to high costs, accessibility constraints, and potential loss of passive recreation space. The project is included in Council's 2025-26 capital works program, with Council also seeking grant funding, and construction was expected to begin in early 2026 following community consultation and design development.
Newmarket Randwick
A comprehensive $1 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the historic 5-hectare Inglis Newmarket Stables site. The masterplanned precinct features approximately 642 residential dwellings across multiple stages, including Newmarket Residences, Young & Fennelly, and Jane St Terraces. The final stage, currently under construction, includes the Norfolk and Inglis Residences alongside 'Inglis Lane', a 2,200sqm retail and dining precinct featuring local brands like Fruitologist. The project integrates heritage elements such as the restored Big Stable and the iconic Moreton Bay fig tree within the public Inglis Park.
11,047 residents of Coogee (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 11,276. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 84.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,043, about 72% 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 workforce is characterized by high levels of education, with a particularly strong concentration in the technology sector, an unemployment rate of only 2.0%, and an annual job growth rate estimated at 1.8% according to AreaSearch aggregations of regional data. In March 2026, there were 11,047 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.1% lower than the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, while workforce participation is exceptionally high at 84.0% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census responses indicated that a substantial 59.2% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure must be viewed in light of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are professional and technical services, healthcare and social assistance, and education and training. The local labor force shows an especially strong representation in professional and technical services, with employment numbers reaching 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, retail trade is underrepresented, employing only 5.2% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Sydney. Because of the difference between the census working population and resident population, this heavily residential area seems to provide relatively few jobs within its own borders. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional levels, employment grew by 1.8% over the 12-month period while the total labor force also expanded by 1.8%, which kept the local unemployment rate steady. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9% and labor force expansion of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context for future demand trends in Coogee. These five and ten-year forecasts have been mapped against the local industry profile to project future employment trajectories. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion rates vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific projections to the local employment distribution suggests that local jobs will rise by 7.5% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes that does not account for localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Coogee (NSW) is $2,976 a week (about $155,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,555 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $76,278 a year against an average of $126,838. The average runs 66% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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The suburb of Coogee shows a median taxpayer income of $76,278 and an average of $126,838 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $84,150 (median) and $139,928 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Coogee, between the 96th and 98th percentiles nationally.
The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 34.8% of locals (5,302 people) in the $4000+ category, differing from patterns across the region where $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 30.9%. Economic strength emerges through 49.7% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 95th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Coogee (NSW) had 6,206 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 11% detached houses and 80% apartments. 21% are owned with a mortgage, 56% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $650 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,226 a month, a total housing cost higher than 98% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. 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 most recent Census, the residential composition of Coogee consisted of 10.6% standalone houses and 89.4% alternative dwellings including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other housing formats, compared to the metropolitan Sydney distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwelling structures. At the same time, the home ownership rate in Coogee was below the metropolitan Sydney average, standing at 23.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (20.9%) or tenants renting their homes (55.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $3,226, significantly higher than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $650 compared to the metropolitan benchmark of $470.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Coogee exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much higher than the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Coogee (NSW) counted 6,206 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 83% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of local households at 59.2%, which is composed of couples with children at 21.3%, couples without children at 30.0%, and single-parent households at 6.5%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 40.8% of households, with single-person households representing 28.5% and group households making up 12.3% of the total. The area has a median household size of 2.2 people, which is smaller than the average of 2.7 residents per household across Greater Sydney.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
59.7% of adults in Coogee (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 38.9% with a bachelor degree and 16.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 11.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 617 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,154 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 attainment in Coogee is significantly higher than broader geographical benchmarks, with 59.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to national and state rates of 30.4% and 32.2% respectively. This notable educational lead positions the community well to benefit from knowledge-intensive economic opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 38.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 16.9% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Vocational qualifications are held by 21.8% of those aged 15 and over, which includes 10.1% with advanced diplomas and 11.7% holding certificates.
Academic engagement is exceptionally strong, with 26.0% of local residents actively enrolled in some form of structured education. Within this group, 7.7% are attending tertiary institutions, 6.9% are in primary school, and 5.0% are undertaking secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Coogee (NSW) reaches 44 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 8,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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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Analysis of the local public transport network shows 44 active passenger stops operating within Coogee, which are serviced by a combination of bus routes. These stops accommodate 32 distinct routes, which together deliver 8,751 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 120 meters from their nearest public transit stop. As a primary residential suburb, a majority of working residents travel out of the area for employment, with cars remaining the main transport method at 64%, followed by buses at 14% and walking at 11%.
Car ownership averages 0.8 vehicles per household, which is below the regional average. A high proportion of residents, 59.2%, worked from home according to 2021 Census data, which may reflect the pandemic conditions of that period. Transit service frequency averages 1,250 daily journeys across all active routes, which represents approximately 198 weekly journeys for each individual stop in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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78.9% of residents in Coogee (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 91% of areas nationally. 1.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 76.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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 analysis indicates excellent outcomes throughout Coogee, with AreaSearch identifying a very low occurrence of chronic conditions and mortality rates across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is remarkably widespread, with approximately 77% of the total population (representing 11,707 individuals) having cover. This is higher than the Greater Sydney rate of 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma were identified as the most common medical concerns in the area, affecting 6.4% and 6.2% of residents respectively. However, 78.9% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
The proportion of residents aged 65 and over is 11.9% (comprising 1,813 individuals), which is lower than the Greater Sydney rate of 15.5%. Older residents demonstrate strong health indicators, with national health rankings that align closely with those of the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.9% of Coogee (NSW) residents were born overseas and 16.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.2%) and Australian (16.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local population displays greater cultural diversity than most other housing markets, with 16.9% of residents using a non-English language at home and 40.9% born in another country. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 43.0% of the population. The most prominent religious divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 2.6% of residents in Coogee, compared to a rate of 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on the birthplaces of parents, the three most common ancestries in Coogee are English at 26.2% of the population, which is much higher than the regional rate of 19.0%, Australian at 16.5%, and Irish at 14.1%, which is also much higher than the regional average of 6.1%.
Other notable ethnic representations include French backgrounds at 1.6% of Coogee residents compared to 0.5% across the region, Hungarian at 0.6% compared to 0.3%, and Spanish at 1.0% compared to 0.6%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Coogee (NSW) is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 38.5% 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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The median age in Coogee is 35 years, making it slightly younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 years and the national average of 38 years. The 25 to 34 age cohort is highly represented at 28.4% of the population compared to Greater Sydney, while children aged 5 to 14 represent a lower share at 7.0%. The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 is also far higher than the national rate of 14.6%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 grew from 8.5% to 10.1% of the population, while the group aged 45 to 54 declined from 12.0% to 10.6% and the 5 to 14 age group fell from 8.3% to 7.0%.
Population projections for 2041 show significant demographic changes for Coogee, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to grow by 323 people (7%) from 4,327 to 4,651. Furthermore, the combined age groups of 65 and over will account for 54% of the total growth, reflecting an aging population trend, while the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age brackets are expected to shrink in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Coogee (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
| 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 | Aug 2026 this month all 12 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 — 93 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,634 at the 2021 Census → 15,236 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 (SAL11015). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.