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The median house price in Crestwood is $850k, with units at $362k. House values have moved 1.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Crestwood has an estimated 4,830 residents, down from 4,936 at the 2021 Census — a change of 106 people, or 2.1%. The population has thinned by an average 0.5% a year over five years, slower than 97% of areas nationally. That puts 2,464 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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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new address points validated by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Crestwood is approximately 4,830 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 106 people (2.1%) from the 2021 Census, when the recorded population was 4,936 people. This adjustment is calculated from the resident population of 4,830, which AreaSearch estimated using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) plus 12 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. This population level yields a density ratio of 2,464 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Crestwood in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
Recent population growth in the area was mostly driven by net overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 73.0% of total population increases. AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level are used, published in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline. Age group growth rates derived from these figures are also applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, a major population expansion in the highest quartile of national regional areas is anticipated for the suburb of Crestwood, with the local population projected to increase by 1,291 persons by 2041 according to aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total gain of 26.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
21 new dwellings have been approved in Crestwood over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 0.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 16, running ahead of 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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AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas shows that Crestwood averages approximately 4 residential property approvals per year, with 21 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 15 approved so far in FY-26. Because the population declined over the preceding period, this new supply has likely matched demand, providing good options for buyers. The average value of these new builds is $427,000—which is slightly higher than the regional average—indicating a focus on premium projects. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $3.4 million have been registered during this financial year, which highlights the residential nature of the locality.
Compared to the Rest of NSW, building activity in Crestwood is substantially lower, sitting at 89.0% below the regional average per person. This lack of new housing options generally boosts demand and supports values for established properties. Construction levels are similarly lower than the national average, indicating a mature market and highlighting potential constraints on development. The breakdown of new construction is 50.0% standalone homes and 50.0% semi-detached or attached dwellings. This equal split highlights a trend toward compact housing options, which offers affordable pathways for first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. Reflecting a highly mature market, Crestwood has approximately 1080 people for every single dwelling approval. Looking ahead, the population of Crestwood is projected to rise by 1,291 residents by 2041 based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If the current pace of development continues, the supply of new housing may not keep up with this growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support rising property values.
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 41 current infrastructure and development projects close to Crestwood, worth an estimated $7.58 billion. 13 are already under construction and 18 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, retail 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 performance is heavily influenced by changes in regional infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning. In total, a single project has been identified by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on the area. Notable infrastructure works include the Yass Road, Bungendore Road and Ellerton Drive Intersection Upgrade, the Queanbeyan Regional Integrated Transport Plan, the Queanbeyan CBD Towers, and the Queanbeyan Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade, with the accompanying list detailing the most relevant projects.
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202 Crawford Street Apartments
New apartment development in central Queanbeyan CBD area. Part of urban densification initiatives.
Poplars Innovation Precinct
A 210ha mixed-use innovation campus at South Jerrabomberra, focused on high-tech businesses in defence, space, cyber-security, and manufacturing. The precinct comprises a 35ha campus-style Innovation Precinct, a 10ha Retail and Services Precinct (open and trading with ALDI, KFC, McDonald's, 7-Eleven, medical centre and gym), a Learning Precinct anchoring the completed Jerrabomberra High School (opened 2024), and protected grasslands under NSW Biodiversity Stewardship Agreements. Key tenants include a $71 million Satellite Manufacturing Hub (a collaboration between EOS, Nova Systems, UTS Tech Lab, Gilmour Space, and federal and NSW governments) and the DCI Data Centres CBR01 facility - a 20MW Tier-III secure cloud edge data centre planned for operation from 2024, operating on a separate Essential Energy 132kV grid.The precinct is NSW's third declared Regional Job Precinct, with fast-track planning approval pathways, and is projected to employ up to 10,000 people across 30 buildings by full completion in 2027. Stage 1 innovation lots are sold or under offer, with Stage 2 coming online progressively.
52 Derrima Road Townhouses
New townhouse development in Queanbeyan. Part of urban infill and densification strategy for the region.
50 Morisset Street Apartments
Proposed 9-storey shop-top housing on a 5,800sqm CBD site fronting the Queanbeyan River. The scheme includes ground-floor retail and about 160 dwellings above. The site is controlled by Elanor Investors Group via its Riverside Mixed-Use Development Fund in joint venture with Lockbridge. The development application has been referred to the Southern Regional Planning Panel for assessment.
Queanbeyan East Public Preschool
A new public preschool is under construction at Queanbeyan East Public School as part of the NSW Government's 769 million dollar plan to deliver 100 new public preschools across the state. Retaining wall and earthworks are complete, internal fit-out of the building and play space construction are underway, and landscaping works are progressing. The preschool will feature two preschool rooms, an outdoor play area, and an administration and amenities area, accommodating up to 40 children per day.Designed by Pedavoli Architects and built by Zauner Construction Pty Limited, the preschool is anticipated to open in Term 3 2026, pending planning and regulatory approvals. Expressions of interest for enrolment are now open through the school office.
Queanbeyan Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade
This project replaces the aging 1930s facility with a modern 75,000 equivalent persons (EP) capacity plant, expandable to 112,500 EP. It utilizes advanced biological nutrient removal, tertiary filtration, and UV disinfection to protect the Molonglo River. The plant will be powered by 100% renewable energy and is designed to achieve an 'Excellent' Infrastructure Sustainability Council rating. Conditional development approval was confirmed in early 2026, with construction tendering currently underway through NSW Public Works.
Lot 1+2 / 201-203 Gilmore Road, Queanbeyan
DA approved vacant double block of about 1,169 m2 on Gilmore Road in Queanbeyan. The site comprises two amalgamated lots with flexible plans suited to a wide range of uses and an elevated outlook towards Parliament House. It sits on one of Queanbeyan's busiest thoroughfares near the Canberra Avenue and Kendall Avenue intersection, providing strong exposure and convenient access to Fyshwick and Yass Road. The land is being marketed for sale by Civium as a ready to go industrial or bulky goods style development opportunity.
Yass Road, Bungendore Road and Ellerton Drive Intersection Upgrade
Major intersection upgrade replacing the existing roundabout with traffic signals to improve freight flow, capacity, and active transport connectivity. Scope includes dual through-lanes on key approaches, dedicated turning lanes, on-road cycleways, signalised pedestrian crossings, and removal of the pedestrian underpass. Funded with $33.7 million from the NSW Government, the project completed community consultation and geotechnical investigations ahead of final design and construction.
2,876 residents of Crestwood are employed, from a labour force of 2,950. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 73.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,014, about 83% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Crestwood has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of just 2.5%, according to AreaSearch data compiled from statistical areas. As of March 2026, there are 2,876 local residents employed. The local unemployment rate is 1.6% lower than the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is exceptionally high at 73.1% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a low 7.6% of residents worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns. The primary sectors employing local residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction.
The area shows a distinct employment concentration in public administration & safety, where the workforce share is 3.1 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.2% of local employment, which is well below the 5.3% average for Regional NSW. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests this largely residential locality offers limited job opportunities within its own boundaries. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical regions, the 12-month period saw a contraction in the labour force of 2.8% alongside a 2.0% decrease in employment, which led to a 0.8 percentage point reduction in unemployment. This pattern contrasts with Regional NSW, where employment shrank by 0.9%, the labour force declined by 0.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.5 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context on potential future demand in Crestwood. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been combined with the local industry profile to estimate future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors vary widely. Applying these industry projections to the local employment mix suggests Crestwood's employment could grow by 6.2% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Crestwood is $1,719 a week (about $89,000 a year), with median personal income at $982 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,137 a year against an average of $67,268. 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 Crestwood align closely with national benchmarks according to aggregated financial year 2023 ATO statistics. The median income for local taxpayers is $57,137 and the average income is $67,268, 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, local income estimates would stand at approximately $63,034 for the median and $74,210 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places individual weekly income at the 77th percentile ($982 per week), while household income ranks at the 48th percentile.
The highest concentration of residents, 35.7% (1,724 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the broader region where this group makes up 29.9%. Housing affordability is highly constrained, with only 84.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area at the 49th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Crestwood had 2,113 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 46% detached houses and 33% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 23% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 18.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing profile of Crestwood at the last Census consisted of 45.7% detached houses and 54.3% other dwelling types, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to Regional NSW where detached houses made up 82.6% and other dwellings accounted for 17.4%. Home ownership rates in Crestwood lagged behind the regional average at 23.4%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (34.2%) or rented (42.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 matched the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $320 compared to the Regional NSW median of $330.
On a national level, Crestwood's mortgage costs are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Crestwood counted 2,113 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 77% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 39% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 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 households at 57.4%, which includes 23.0% couples with children, 22.8% couples without children, and 10.1% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 42.6%, with lone person households representing 38.8% of the total and group households making up 3.9%. The median household size of 2.2 residents is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.2% of adults in Crestwood hold a university qualification, including 17.3% with a bachelor degree and 10.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 21.9% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,015 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,004 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 local educational profile is distinct compared to the broader region, with university graduation rates at 30.2% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding both the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and the SA4 regional average of 24.1%. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 17.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 33.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates at 21.9%. Educational enrollment is quite high, with 26.7% of the population currently undertaking formal studies.
This total includes 8.3% of residents in primary school, 5.5% in tertiary education, and 5.0% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Crestwood reaches 30 stops on 31 routes, timetabled for about 540 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 30 active transport stops operating within Crestwood, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 31 separate routes, which combine to deliver 536 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 145 meters from their nearest transport stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most residents commute outward to work, and private vehicles remain the primary transport mode at 90%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 cars per household, which is below the regional average. A relatively low 7.6% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era patterns.
Service frequency averages 76 journeys per day across all active routes, which represents approximately 17 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
68.5% of residents in Crestwood report no long-term health condition. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 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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Crestwood presents notable healthcare challenges based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, with health issues being relatively common across both young and old cohorts, while private health insurance rates are slightly above the SA2 average at approximately 54% of the population (~2,585 people). Mental health concerns and asthma are the most frequently reported medical conditions locally, affecting 9.8% and 8.1% of residents respectively, while 68.5% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age residents experience above-average rates of chronic health issues.
Seniors aged 65 and over make up 12.0% of the population (579 people), which is lower than the 23.4% average across Regional NSW. Health indicators for older residents present some challenges, with national rankings aligning generally with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.9% of Crestwood residents were born overseas and 26.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (23.2%) and English (22.4%). 3.3% 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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Crestwood displays greater cultural diversity than most comparable local areas, with 29.9% of the population born outside Australia and 26.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 46.6% of residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 3.7% of the local population compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW. In terms of parent country of birth, the top three ancestries represented in Crestwood are Australian at 23.2% (notably lower than the regional average of 30.0%), English at 22.4% (notably lower than the regional average of 30.5%), and Other at 14.5% (substantially higher than the regional average of 4.8%).
There are also clear differences in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds, with Macedonian overrepresented at 1.6% of the population compared to 0.4% regionally, Hungarian at 0.4% compared to 0.2%, and Croatian at 1.1% compared to 0.3%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Crestwood is 34, younger than 76% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 34.0% 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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Crestwood has a median age of 34, which is considerably lower than the Regional NSW figure of 43 and also below the national median of 38 years. Compared to the Regional NSW average, there is a clear concentration of residents in the 25 - 34 age bracket (23.5% locally), while the 65 - 74 age group is under-represented at 7.3%. This local concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is well above the national figure of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 14.7% to 16.9% of the population, and the 25 to 34 cohort has grown from 22.2% to 23.5%.
Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group has decreased from 10.0% to 8.9%. Projections suggest the local age profile will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to expand by 406 people (36%) from 1,135 to 1,542, while the 55 to 64 group is projected to see a modest increase of 4% (18 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Crestwood
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) | 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 — 12 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,936 at the 2021 Census → 4,830 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 (SAL11116). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.