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The median house price in Cringila is $750k. House values have moved 6.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Cringila has an estimated 2,128 residents, down from 2,156 at the 2021 Census — a change of 28 people, or 1.3%. The population has thinned by an average 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 96% of areas nationally. That puts 1,267 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 population statistics for the broader region and new locations confirmed by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Cringila has an estimated population of 2,128 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 28 individuals (1.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,156 people. The modification is calculated from a resident population of 2,121, calculated by AreaSearch through analysis of the most recent ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) along with 6 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 1,266 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
Inward overseas migration drove population gains, accounting for approximately 62.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level are utilised, published in 2022 with 2021 as the baseline. Growth rates across age categories derived from these aggregations are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic shifts for the suburb of Cringila, projections indicate an expansion that exceeds the median growth of national regional locations, with the area expected to expand by 272 persons to 2041 using compiled SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 12.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
25 new dwellings have been approved in Cringila over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, 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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Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS residential building approvals mapped from statistical region statistics, Cringila has averaged approximately 5 new home approvals annually, compiling an estimated 25 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 3 approvals have been logged. With the area experiencing population contraction, construction volume has been relatively sufficient, which is advantageous for purchasers, with new housing constructed at an average cost of $385,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $391,000 have been logged this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the area. Relative to the Rest of NSW, Cringila exhibits significantly reduced residential construction (63.0% below the regional per capita average).
This limited supply of new dwellings typically supports demand and valuations for pre-existing houses. The rate is also below national benchmarks, reflecting a mature market and highlighting potential constraints on development. New construction is split between 50.0% detached houses and 50.0% medium and high-density residential options. The emphasis on higher-density housing provides more economical entry options and accommodates downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major shift from the established housing stock (comprising 94.0% houses), indicating a decline in available development lots and responding to changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. The suburb registers approximately 1414 people per residential approval, showing a mature property market. Demographic projections indicate Cringila will add 265 residents through to 2041 (calculated from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Construction volumes are matching the projected growth, although purchasers might face increased competition as the population expands.
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 80 current infrastructure and development projects close to Cringila, worth an estimated $59.6 billion. 21 are already under construction and 45 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and transport & logistics. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions can significantly affect regional performance. AreaSearch has identified no projects that are expected to influence this locality. Relevant regional initiatives include the King Street Warrawong Masterplan, the Berkeley Square (Berkeley Shopping Centre Upgrade), the Southern Suburbs Community Centre and Library, and the Warrawong Community Health Centre, with the associated list detailing the projects most likely to be relevant.
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Warrawong Community Health Centre
New purpose-built community health centre being constructed on the north-east corner of the former Port Kembla Hospital site in Warrawong, as part of the $828.9 million New Shellharbour Hospital and Integrated Services Project. Construction started in May 2025 after Stephen Edwards Constructions was awarded the main works contract, with completion expected in 2026. The centre will co-locate child and family health, the Binji and Boori Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service, community nursing, community mental health, sexual health, and drug and alcohol services, plus an equipment loan pool, in one facility with courtyards for outdoor therapy and Aboriginal-designed landscaping.
BlueScope No. 6 Blast Furnace Reline
A 1.15 billion AUD blast furnace reline project critical for future steelmaking in the Illawarra. The No. 6 Blast Furnace will replace the No. 5 Blast Furnace when it reaches the end of its life around 2026-2030. The project is currently in the construction phase and is expected to be completed and operational by 2026. It ensures continued steel production and creates up to 300 construction jobs.
Southern Suburbs Community Centre and Library
A landmark three-storey community hub in Warrawong featuring a modern library, flexible meeting and function rooms, and dedicated spaces for community organisations. The project includes a new town square with landscaped public spaces, a stepped auditorium for performances, and a sensory room. It is designed with high environmental sustainability standards and aims to revitalise the Warrawong town centre.
Berkeley Square (Berkeley Shopping Centre Upgrade)
A complete 11 million dollar transformation and expansion of the existing Berkeley shopping precinct into Berkeley Square. The project reimagines the 5,000+ sqm site, adding a second level to accommodate a new gym and a 121-place childcare centre. The redevelopment retains the existing Coles supermarket while significantly altering parking configurations to include two separate access points from Winnima Way and Bristol Street. The upgrade aims to create a modern lifestyle and dining destination with new retail spaces and improved pedestrian permeability.
Lake Heights Public Preschool
A new co-located public preschool is under construction at Lake Heights Public School as part of the NSW Government's 100 public preschools program. The facility will include 2 preschool rooms, outdoor play areas, administration space, staff facilities and amenities, providing places for up to 40 children per day. Construction is progressing with excavation complete and the concrete slab poured. Framing, cladding and landscaping works are underway, with completion scheduled for Day 1, Term 1 2027.
Former Port Kembla Public School Site Residential Development
Medium density residential redevelopment of the 2.195-hectare former Port Kembla Public School site (Lot 1 DP 811699) on Military Road, Port Kembla, owned by Illawarra developer Ostoja Vujic. Wollongong LEP 2009 Amendment No. 53 (gazetted May 2023) rezoned the land from B4 Mixed Use to R3 Medium Density Residential and RE2 Private Recreation, with a site-specific DCP supporting up to about 110 dwellings as terraces, multi-dwelling housing and apartment buildings, including 5% affordable housing. A planning agreement with Wollongong City Council for six affordable dwellings managed by a community housing provider was entered into on 1 October 2024.Detailed development applications for the residential precincts are still required before construction.
BlueScope Plate Mill Modernisation Project
State Significant Development (SSD-50268731) delivering a new walking beam furnace and additional heavy plate processing route at BlueScope's 60-year-old Port Kembla plate mill, lifting production capacity from 430,000 to 600,000 tonnes per year. The upgrade supports sovereign manufacturing for the renewable energy, defence and infrastructure sectors. As of June 2026 the project is in the civil stage of construction, with furnace building structural works, piping and structural design progressing toward commissioning scheduled for mid-2027.
Warrawong Plaza Redevelopment
A 1.1 billion dollar urban renewal project transforming Warrawong Plaza into a high-density mixed-use precinct. Following the site's rezoning in 2024 via the State Assessed Planning Proposal (SAPP) pathway, the development will deliver 1,300 new dwellings across 10-12 towers reaching up to 22 storeys (75m). The masterplan includes 10 percent affordable housing, a revitalized retail center with an eStore, and a new bus interchange. The project is integrated with the broader 32-hectare Warrawong Parklands Master Plan, finalized in March 2026, which introduces a 3,000 sqm public plaza, an Olympic-standard skate park, and a 320m wetland boardwalk to Lake Illawarra.
703 residents of Cringila are employed, from a labour force of 834. Unemployment sits at 15.8%, with participation at 47.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,786, about 84% 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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Cringila has a balanced workforce split between professional and manual occupations, with a strong presence in vital service industries, an unemployment rate of 15.8%, and a 2.3% estimated rise in employment over the previous year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026703 residents are employed, while the jobless rate is 11.7% above the rate in Regional NSW of 4.1%, indicating potential for progress, and workforce participation remains notably low (47.7% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census data indicates a moderate 14.4% of residents worked from their homes, although the influence of COVID-19 containment measures should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce displays a specific concentration in administrative & support services, with a employment share equivalent to 2.2 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minimally represented, employing only 0.5% of Cringila's workforce compared to 5.3% in Regional NSW. Local employment opportunities appear scarce, as shown by comparing Census working population numbers against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader geographic areas, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 2.3% and the labour force expand by 2.2%, leading to an increase of 0.1 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% contraction in employment, a 0.4% contraction in the labour force, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future demand in Cringila can be further understood using national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce distribution to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion rates vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution of Cringila indicates local employment is projected to rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (note that this is a direct weighted extrapolation for illustration and excludes local demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Cringila is $1,117 a week (about $58,000 a year), with median personal income at $459 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $37,752 a year against an average of $45,147. 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 most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the suburb of Cringila fall below national standards, with a median of $37,752 and an average of $45,147. This is lower than the figures for Regional NSW, which show a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Applying the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $41,648 (median) and $49,806 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in Cringila within the 1st to 8th national percentiles.
Income distribution shows that the $400 - 799 weekly earning bracket contains 27.6% of the population (587 individuals), contrasting with the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 29.9%. Household budget strain is high, with only 82.6% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 9th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Cringila had 710 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 6% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 46% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,614 a month. Rent absorbs 31.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Cringila at the time of the most recent Census consisted of 93.7% detached houses and 6.3% alternative housing types (semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings in Regional NSW. Outright home ownership in Cringila stood well above the Regional NSW rate at 46.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (27.1%) or renting (26.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,614 was below the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $350 compared to $330 in Regional NSW.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Cringila are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Cringila counted 710 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 17% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the main household type at 73.1%, consisting of 33.6% couples with children, 17.1% couples without children, and 20.9% single parents with children. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.9%, with single-person households at 23.4% and group shared households representing 3.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 individuals exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
10.3% of adults in Cringila hold a university qualification, including 7.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 95% of areas nationally. A further 22.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 161 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 925 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 outcomes in the area present difficulties, as university degree completion rates (10.3%) are notably lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This scenario represents a challenge as well as a target for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 7.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 29.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.0%) and certificates (22.5%). Enrolment in education is remarkably high, with 28.8% of the population currently participating in formal study.
This comprises 9.9% in primary schooling, 8.4% in secondary schooling, and 3.6% enrolled in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Cringila reaches 11 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 400 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 11 active transit stops within Cringila, comprising bus services. These stops connect to 12 routes, providing a total of 395 passenger trips each week. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 143 meters from the nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 92%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, which is below the regional norm. A total of 14.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Transit service frequency averages 56 daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 35 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.6% of residents in Cringila report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 85% of areas nationally. 12.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators point to significant challenges in Cringila, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses, with common ailments affecting both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance coverage is low, held by approximately 45% of the population (~955 people). This is lower than the 51.9% coverage in Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health difficulties and arthritis represent the most frequent medical diagnoses locally, affecting 9.6 and 9.3% of the population respectively, while 65.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
Residents of working age exhibit higher-than-average rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.1% of the population (385 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health measures for older residents present some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally matching those of the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.4% of Cringila residents were born overseas and 56.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 89% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (17.5%) and Macedonian (15.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cringila exhibits high cultural diversity, with 43.4% of the population born outside Australia and 56.5% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 45.5% of residents in Cringila. The most notable religious concentration is Islam, representing 31.4% of the local population, which is considerably higher than the Regional NSW average of 0.8%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common backgrounds in Cringila are Other at 21.1% of the population (significantly above the regional average of 4.8%), Australian at 17.5% (notably below the regional average of 30.0%), and Macedonian at 15.4% (significantly above the regional average of 0.4%).
Significant variations also occur in other ancestries: Lebanese background represents 10.8% of Cringila (compared to 0.2% regionally), Serbian background is at 1.6% (compared to 0.2%), and Maltese background is at 1.4% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Cringila is 38. 28.5% 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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With a median age of 38, Cringila is younger than Regional NSW where the median is 43, but matches the national median of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is strongly represented at 14.5% compared to Regional NSW, while the 65 - 74 bracket is less common at 8.9%. Following the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 cohort expanded from 13.2% to 14.5% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 12.8% to 14.0%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 10.9% to 10.0%.
Population models suggest the age structure of Cringila will change noticeably by 2041. The 25 to 34 age bracket is expected to lead this change, growing by 30% (91 people) to reach 400 from 308. Meanwhile, contractions are projected for both the 15 to 24 and 65 to 74 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cringila
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 — 6 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,156 at the 2021 Census → 2,128 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 (SAL11117). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.