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The median house price in Crescent Head is $1.21m, with units at $760k. House values have moved -0.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Crescent Head has an estimated 1,663 residents, up from 1,633 at the 2021 Census — a change of 30 people, or 1.8%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 81% of areas nationally. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on demographic evaluations from ABS updates across the wider region, alongside newly confirmed locations by AreaSearch following the Census, the resident count of Crescent Head is projected to stand at approximately 1,663 by May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 30 people (1.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,633 people. The adjustment stems from an estimated population of 1,660 determined by AreaSearch through analysing the June 2025 ABS ERP figures, combined with 16 validated new addresses verified after the Census. This level of occupancy translates to a density of 9.1 persons per square kilometer, suggesting a spacious living environment.
The post-census growth rate of 1.8% in Crescent Head is within 2.5 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (4.3%), showing robust underlying expansion. The demographic gains in the area were mainly driven by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 53.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. AreaSearch implements projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the anchor year. In cases where SA2 figures are unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government's 2022 release with a 2021 base year are substituted. Age-specific growth trends from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, population growth is expected to fall just short of the median recorded across Australia's regional districts, with a projected increase of 189 persons by 2041, representing an overall expansion of 11.2% over the 16 years.
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Crescent Head experiences very minimal building activity, recording an average of 2 approvals annually, amounting to 13 dwellings over the five-year period. These modest figures highlight the rural character of the locality, where residential construction responds to specific local needs rather than broad market momentum. Given the tiny sample size, individual construction proposals can heavily skew yearly statistics and relative trends. Crescent Head experiences a much lower level of construction activity relative to the Rest of NSW. The rate of new building projects is also significantly below national benchmarks. Additionally, recent residential construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the spacious, rural character of the community.
Interestingly, home builders are focusing on traditional single-family dwellings at a rate higher than the existing housing profile (82.0% at Census), showing sustained interest in detached family residences despite density trends. A ratio of 1654 people per housing approval underscores the calm and low-intensity building landscape of the locality. Looking forward, Crescent Head is projected to add 186 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the supply of homes may fall short of population gains, potentially intensifying buyer competition and driving up real estate values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 44 current infrastructure and development projects close to Crescent Head, worth an estimated $3.68 billion. 15 are already under construction and 16 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and sports & recreation. 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, major works, and planning updates are primary drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified no projects that are expected to influence this locality. Key regional developments include the Verge and Eden Streets Sporting Complex, the Central Kempsey Wastewater Treatment Plant, the Kempsey Regional Saleyards Infrastructure Upgrade, and the Pacific Highway Upgrade from Hexham to Brisbane, with details provided below for those of highest relevance.
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Verge and Eden Streets Sporting Complex
A major upgrade to the Verge and Eden Streets Sporting Complex in Kempsey, funded by a $10 million NSW Government grant. Works include reconfiguration of fields with two new turf cricket wickets, refurbishment of the grandstand, two grass and eleven hard surface netball courts, a new clubhouse and netball pavilion, competition-standard lighting, a perimeter running path, fitness stations, irrigation, and expanded car parking. As of mid-2025 the running track, carpark, turf, irrigation and netball court asphalting are complete.The construction tender for the new clubhouse and netball pavilion was awarded to Van Mal Construction Group in June 2025, with site activation underway; a confirmed construction start date for the buildings has not yet been announced.
West Kempsey General Industrial Land Expansion
A minor expansion of E4 General Industrial zoned land at West Kempsey, identified as an action of the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2041 (LGMS). The LGMS was adopted by Kempsey Shire Council in 2023 and endorsed by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment on 23 August 2023, with the sole exclusion of land near 906 Stuarts Point Road. The strategy concludes that Kempsey Shire already holds sufficient zoned employment land to 2041, but allows for very minor expansions in specific localities to meet a medium to longer term need, with West Kempsey nominated as one of those locations.The additional industrial land is intended to support projected employment growth across the Shire from 10,948 jobs in 2016 to 15,370 jobs in 2041, an increase of 4,422 jobs concentrated in health care and social assistance, retail trade, education and training, construction, and accommodation and food services. West Kempsey has a population of around 5,000 and is a key commercial and residential centre for the Shire, containing Kempsey District Hospital, the Mid North Coast TAFE campus, police, courthouse, railway station and the Elbow Street commercial precinct. The extent, location and staging of the industrial expansion are to be resolved through a future West Kempsey Structure Plan, which will also address reducing the R1 minimum lot size to 400sqm, expanding and lifting height limits in the R3 medium density zone around the hospital and TAFE, rezoning the hospital site to SP2 Health and the TAFE and Kempsey High School to SP2 Education, and investigating a consolidated health precinct bounded by Harold Coutman, Leith, Polwood and Tozer Streets. As at July 2026 no structure plan has been exhibited and no planning proposal has been lodged with the NSW Planning Portal to amend the Kempsey Local Environmental Plan 2013 for the West Kempsey industrial land. Council has progressed related strategic work in the interim, including the new Kempsey Development Control Plan which took effect on 1 July 2026, and the draft Kempsey Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2025. Servicing capacity is a key constraint, with the new Central Kempsey Sewage Treatment Plant planned to replace the West Kempsey, South Kempsey and Frederickton plants and cater for ultimate catchment growth. Any rezoning will require a separate planning proposal and gateway determination under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and must demonstrate consistency with the North Coast Regional Plan 2041.
West Kempsey Community Centre
A dynamic community hub refurbished from a NSW Land and Housing Corporation property with a $131,433 grant from the NSW Government Community Development Fund. The centre officially opened on March 6, 2024, providing essential support services including tenant employment programs (Test and Fix), health and wellbeing programs, Alcohol and Other Drugs counselling, youth programs (Tidda Time for young women), community meals and food relief, community gardening, and after-school support. Features vibrant exterior artwork by local Dunghutti artist Jason Ridgeway.In its first year (September 2024 - February 2025), the centre generated $8.67 million in social and economic value, demonstrating significant community impact. The hub serves as a culturally safe meeting place fostering connection, education, and empowerment for West Kempsey residents.
West Kempsey Social and Affordable Housing
CHL, with ACHL and NSW Government support via the Together Home Transition Program, is delivering 32 new social and affordable homes across six vacant lots in West Kempsey. Recent development applications cover multiple addresses (Gordon Nixon Ave, Keith Moses Cres, and George Hardiman Ave). The project aims to renew underutilised sites and provide small-scale, fit-for-purpose dwellings for singles, couples and small families.
West Kempsey Structure Plan
A future structure plan identified in the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2023 to guide residential and employment growth in West Kempsey. The plan will address housing diversity including medium density development around the Hospital and TAFE, industrial land expansion, infrastructure provision (water and sewerage), heritage protection, and connectivity improvements. West Kempsey is the main commercial and residential centre of the shire with approximately 5,000 residents and is home to major civic facilities including Kempsey District Hospital, TAFE campus, and key commercial centres along Elbow Street.
Central Kempsey Wastewater Treatment Plant
Construction of a replacement wastewater treatment plant in West Kempsey. The program is now estimated to cost almost $250 million, including the Central Kempsey Wastewater Treatment Plant project, which is now estimated to have a total project cost of approximately $150 million.
Rezoning of RU5 Village Zone to R1 General Residential along River Street West Kempsey
Strategic planning proposal identified in the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2023 to rezone RU5 Village zoned land along River Street to R1 General Residential zoning. This rezoning aims to create a logical connection between existing R1 General Residential zones and facilitate future residential development in West Kempsey. The proposal forms part of Council's 20-year growth strategy to accommodate projected population increase and housing demand of approximately 2,790 new dwellings by 2041.
Health Precinct Development West Kempsey
The Health Precinct Development in West Kempsey is a strategic initiative by Kempsey Shire Council to consolidate health-related facilities and services into an integrated hub surrounding the existing Kempsey District Hospital. The project involves rezoning land to accommodate allied health, medical support services, and private practitioners. As of May 2026, the project has transitioned to the finalisation stage following a public exhibition period for the Kempsey Development Control Plan (DCP) 2026, which concluded in February 2026.The planning framework addresses critical infrastructure needs including drainage and flood mitigation to support future medical expansions.
752 residents of Crescent Head are employed, from a labour force of 790. Unemployment sits at 4.8%, with participation at 55.5%. 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 1,344, 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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Crescent Head possesses a qualified workforce with a strong presence in essential services and an unemployment rate of 4.8%, according to data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026752 residents were employed, while the local unemployment rate stood 0.7% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, and workforce participation was noticeably lower at 55.5% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%. Census records indicate that a moderate 15.9% of the working population performed their duties from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns. Local employment is largely concentrated within the education & training, health care & social assistance, and accommodation & food sectors.
The community shows a strong specialization in education & training, where the employment share is 1.6 times the Regional NSW average. By contrast, health care & social assistance has a smaller footprint locally at 14.5% compared to the regional average of 16.9%. The ratio of Census workers to the resident population suggests that local job opportunities remain limited within the immediate area. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from wider geographic divisions, the labor force shrank by 3.4% and total employment dropped by 4.1% over the 12-month period, resulting in a 0.7 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW recorded a 0.9% drop in employment, a 0.4% contraction in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional perspective on future employment trends for Crescent Head. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment shifts. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these sectoral forecasts to the occupational profile of Crescent Head indicates a local employment expansion of 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted projection that does not factor in localized population changes.
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Median household income in Crescent Head is $1,317 a week (about $68,000 a year), with median personal income at $674 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,723 a year against an average of $57,146. 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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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Crescent Head trail the national average, according to ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median taxpayer income in the suburb of Crescent Head is $48,723, with the average income recorded at $57,146, compared to Regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of approximately $53,751 for the median and $63,043 for the average by March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Crescent Head all placed between the 21st and 23rd percentiles nationwide.
The dominant income bracket consists of the 29.0% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, representing 482 residents, which is consistent with the wider region where this group makes up 29.9%. Although housing costs are manageable, leaving residents with 87.7% of their earnings, overall disposable income sits at the 26th percentile nationally, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Crescent Head had 649 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 82% detached houses and 7% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 53% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,591 a month. Rent absorbs 24.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing composition of Crescent Head consisted of 82.3% stand-alone houses and 17.6% alternative housing styles such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and other options, compared to Regional NSW where stand-alone houses comprised 82.6% and other options made up 17.4%. The rate of outright home ownership in Crescent Head was considerably higher than the Regional NSW average at 52.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents paying off a mortgage (22.7%) or renting (24.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,591, which sits below the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $320 compared to Regional NSW's $330.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Crescent Head are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are similarly below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Crescent Head counted 649 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 83% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 32% 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 make up the majority of homes at 63.5%, consisting of couples with children at 21.1%, couples without children at 30.5%, and single parent households at 11.0%. The remaining 36.5% of homes are non-family households, with single person dwellings representing 31.9% and group living situations accounting for 4.3%. The median household occupancy of 2.2 residents is slightly below the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.4% of adults in Crescent Head hold a university qualification, including 18.1% with a bachelor degree and 3.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.7% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 172 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 977 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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The educational profile of the area is distinct when compared to the broader region, with tertiary graduation rates sitting at 24.4% of residents aged 15 and over, which is higher than the SA3 average of 14.8%, highlighting local educational attainment. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 18.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational training is also prominent, with 44.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 32.7%. A significant 24.4% of local residents are enrolled in formal education programs.
This group includes 9.0% attending primary school, 7.0% in high school, and 2.5% enrolled in higher education.
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Getting around Crescent Head means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit options in Crescent Head consist of 9 active stops offering bus services. These stops are connected to 8 different routes, which together provide 62 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is rated as favorable, with residents living an average of 358 meters from the nearest stop. The locality is predominantly residential, and most workers travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 92%, while 8% of commuters walk. Households average 1.5 vehicles. Working from home was recorded at 15.9% in the 2021 Census, which may reflect conditions during the pandemic.
Services run at an average frequency of 8 trips daily across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 6 weekly trips for each transit stop.
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67.1% of residents in Crescent Head report no long-term health condition. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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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Crescent Head exhibits positive health patterns according to AreaSearch metrics tracking mortality and chronic illnesses, with low rates of common health conditions observed across both younger and older demographics. The level of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 50% of the population, which represents about 824 people. This compares to 51.9% for Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most common chronic conditions in the locality, affecting 8.8% and 8.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 67.1% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Health outcomes among working-age residents are consistent with typical trends. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 28.7% of the population, representing 477 people, which is higher than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health outcomes among these senior residents are exceptionally positive, ranking higher nationally than the general community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Crescent Head is largely Australian-born, at 88.1% of residents, with 4.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.9%) and Australian (29.3%). 5.7% 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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Crescent Head displays a low level of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 90.4% of the population, 88.1% of residents born in Australia, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 46.1% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 1.3% of residents compared to 0.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 33.9% of the population, Australian at 29.3%, and Irish at 9.4%. Other ethnic backgrounds show higher concentrations than the regional average, with French ancestry representing 0.8% of Crescent Head compared to 0.4% regionally, Australian Aboriginal representation at 5.7% compared to 4.6%, and Maltese ancestry at 0.7% compared to 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Crescent Head is 50, older than 91% of areas nationally. 18.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 50, Crescent Head is older than the Regional NSW benchmark of 43 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is highly represented at 18.1% compared to Regional NSW, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 9.1%. This concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is significantly higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.5% to 8.9%, and the 15 to 24 age bracket has grown from 7.7% to 9.8%.
In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 18.8% to 16.3%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 13.0% to 11.5%. Demographic projections indicate the age profile of Crescent Head will shift by 2041, with the 75 to 84 cohort expected to grow by 58 people (40%), rising from 148 to 207, while declines are projected for the 55 to 64 and 15 to 24 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Crescent Head
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 16 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,633 at the 2021 Census → 1,663 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 (SAL11115). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.