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The median house price in Croydon (NSW) is $2.33m, with units at $900k. House values have moved 2.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Croydon (NSW) has an estimated 11,122 residents, up from 10,755 at the 2021 Census — a change of 367 people, or 3.4%. That puts 4,558 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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Croydon (NSW) has an estimated population of approximately 11,122 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch evaluations of updated ABS figures and newly verified addresses. Compared to the 10,755 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 367 individuals, or 3.4%. This updated figure is based on a resident population estimate of 11,120 calculated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP release, supplemented by 38 new addresses confirmed since the Census. The suburb of Croydon (NSW) exhibits a high population density of 4,558 residents per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% of all locations analyzed nationwide by AreaSearch and highlighting the competitive demand for local land.
The primary driver of recent population increases was overseas migration, which was responsible for roughly 96.0% of the total growth. Projections for each SA2 region are sourced from the 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia release, using 2022 as its base. Where this is unavailable, SA2 projections released by the NSW State Government in 2022 with a 2021 base are utilized. Age-specific growth trends from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts indicate that the suburb of Croydon (NSW) will experience population growth exceeding the national median, expanding by 1,513 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 data, which equates to a cumulative 13.6% increase over the 16-year projection period.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
106 new dwellings have been approved in Croydon (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 21 a year. That is 2.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 54% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 27, 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 indicates that Croydon averages approximately 21 residential approvals annually. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 106 dwellings were approved, with an additional 25 approvals recorded during FY-26 so far. Even with recent population declines, the local housing supply has kept pace with demand to maintain a balanced market offering ample choice for buyers. The average estimated construction cost for these new dwellings is $682,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium projects. Commercial approvals for this financial year total $70,000, underlining the predominantly residential character of the suburb.
New build activity in Croydon is considerably lower than the broader region, running 61.0% below the Greater Sydney average per capita. Although construction activity has risen recently, this ongoing constraint typically supports demand and valuations for established properties. This rate is also below the national average, reflecting a mature market that may face development limitations. Detached houses constitute 54.0% of the new projects, while medium and high-density formats make up 46.0%, with townhouses and apartments providing a range of choices from family residences to smaller, more affordable dwellings. The ratio of approximately 411 residents per approval highlights the mature status of the local market. Based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Croydon is projected to add 1,511 new residents by 2041. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of housing may not keep up with this growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and put upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Croydon (NSW)
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AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Croydon (NSW), worth an estimated $2.66 billion. A further 85 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $71 billion. 23 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and council planning schemes are critical drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified 39 projects that are likely to influence this area. Key initiatives include the Croydon Transport Oriented Development Precinct, The Carlyle Enfield, 15-33 Brighton Avenue Croydon Park, and 137-139 Burwood Road Croydon Park, with the most relevant local developments outlined in the list below.
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Inner West Council Capital Works Program
Inner West Council's ongoing annual capital works program delivering infrastructure renewal and community improvements across the LGA. The 2025-26 program totals $119.6 million in planned works covering parks, playgrounds, roads, footpaths, and community facilities. Active projects include inclusive playground upgrades, civic centre works, sporting amenity upgrades, and road renewals across suburbs including Ashfield, Croydon Park, Dulwich Hill and Leichhardt.
Croydon Transport Oriented Development Precinct
A state-led urban renewal initiative delivering high-density, mixed-use housing around Croydon Station. The project involves two distinct planning frameworks: the NSW Government TOD SEPP controls for the Inner West LGA (commenced early 2025) and a tailored alternative masterplan for the Burwood LGA side, finalised in February 2026. The combined precinct aims to deliver over 4500 new homes over 15 years. Key features include buildings up to 6 storeys near the station, heritage protections for The Strand and Malvern Hill, enhanced active transport links, and a 2 percent affordable housing requirement for large developments.
Burwood Culture House
A new arts and cultural precinct transforming the former Burwood Library car park on the corner of Conder Street and Railway Parade into a city-shaping community hub. Designed by CHROFI with Tyrrell Studio, the facility will include a theatre, studio, two multipurpose halls, a community lounge and a cafe. The surrounding new urban park will feature a public plaza, sloping green lawn, garden terrace, interactive water play, public art and landscaping. A 50-space underground Council car park will replace the displaced surface parking and connect underground to the adjacent 600-space Burwood Place car park.The project forms part of the broader Holdmark Burwood Place mixed-use precinct and is supported by a partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. Demolition and the first stage of construction commenced on 29 September 2025.
137-139 Burwood Road Croydon Park
Residential development on major arterial Burwood Road providing mixed residential opportunities.
Sydney Metro Sydenham to Bankstown Conversion
The Sydenham to Bankstown conversion involves upgrading 13km of the T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards. As of May 2026, the project is in a final testing and construction 'blitz', with conversion works over 85% complete. Key milestones include the opening of the Bankstown Station transport hub in March 2026 and the installation of over 1,100 fixed gap fillers. Testing has entered a rigorous phase to validate signalling and platform screen doors, with passenger services scheduled to commence in the second half of 2026.
379-381 Liverpool Road Residential Development
Approved development for demolition of existing structures and construction of two residential flat buildings of 6 storeys consisting of 60 dwellings over basement and at grade car parking and two multi dwelling housing buildings of two to three storeys consisting of 6 dwellings with associated car parking and landscaping. Project received deferred commencement consent in December 2016 but construction has not yet commenced.
The Carlyle Enfield
A boutique 6-storey apartment development in Sydney's Inner West offering 32 modern one- and two-bedroom residences with high-quality finishes, open-plan layouts, premium materials, private balconies, communal rooftop garden, four ground-floor commercial spaces, and basement parking. Located between Burwood and Strathfield with easy access to Henley Park, Enfield Aquatic Centre, cafes, schools, and public transport.
Strathfield Town Centre Masterplan
Council-led masterplan to guide renewal of the Strathfield Town Centre, including Strathfield Square and Strathfield Plaza precincts. Hassell leads the multi-disciplinary team preparing the draft masterplan. A Key Directions Report outlining ten key directions was publicly exhibited until July 2025 with submissions closed 18 July 2025. Focus areas include improved public spaces and pedestrian connections, a more vibrant retail and dining offer, integrated transport access, and a greener, more inclusive town centre. The final masterplan will inform any future amendments to the Strathfield Local Environment Plan and Development Control Plan.
5,799 residents of Croydon (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 6,029. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 62.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,481, about 85% 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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Croydon features a workforce with high levels of education, particularly in the technology sector, and has a low unemployment rate of 3.8% based on compiled statistical area data. There were 5,799 employed residents in March 2026. The local unemployment rate is 0.3% lower than the 4.1% rate for Greater Sydney, although the participation rate of 62.5% is notably lower than the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census data indicates that 53.1% of working residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns. Local employment is largely concentrated within professional & technical services, education & training, and health care & social assistance.
The concentration of workers in education & training is especially high, standing at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, construction accounts for only 6.4% of employment, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 8.6%. A comparison between the census working population and the resident population suggests that this heavily residential suburb offers relatively few local jobs. An analysis of SALM and ABS data for the 12 months leading up to March 2026 reveals a 1.9% contraction in the local labour force alongside a 1.5% decrease in employment, which caused the unemployment rate to drop by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw both employment and the labour force grow by 1.9%, with a very small change in the unemployment rate. National projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context for potential future employment trends in Croydon. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests Croydon's employment could grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Croydon (NSW) is $2,157 a week (about $112,000 a year), with median personal income at $835 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,480 a year against an average of $77,952. 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 data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year shows that personal incomes in Croydon are well above the national benchmark. Median taxpayer income in the suburb was $56,480, and the average income was $77,952, compared to $60,817 and $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, March 2026 estimates suggest these figures have risen to roughly $62,309 for the median and $85,997 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, weekly household income sits at the 75th percentile ($2,157), while individual income is at the 56th percentile.
The dominant income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 28.4% of residents (3,158 people), which is close to the metropolitan average of 30.9%. Financial strength is evident, with 35.1% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, which underpins local retail spending. High housing expenses consume 16.4% of household incomes, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income at the 75th percentile, placing the area in the 8th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Croydon (NSW) had 3,691 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 27% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $480 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,700 a month, a total housing cost higher than 83% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in Croydon at the time of the latest Census consisted of 54.9% standalone houses and 45.1% multi-unit dwellings, apartments, or other structures, which is similar to the 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings recorded across metropolitan Sydney. Homeownership rates were higher than the Sydney average at 36.2%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (33.0%) or rented (30.9%). The median mortgage payment of $2,700 per month was higher than the metropolitan average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent of $480 also exceeded the Sydney benchmark of $470.
Compared to national statistics, Croydon's mortgage costs are significantly higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are notably above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Croydon (NSW) counted 3,691 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 23% 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 73.2% of all households in the area, consisting of 37.6% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 10.9% single-parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 26.8%, which includes 22.7% lone-person households and 4.1% group households. The median household size of 2.7 residents is identical to the Greater Sydney average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
44.9% of adults in Croydon (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 28.3% with a bachelor degree and 13.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 11.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,345 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,119 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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Croydon has a highly educated population, with 44.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to NSW averages of 32.2% and national averages of 30.4%. This strong academic profile helps position the local population for knowledge-sector employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 28.3%, with postgraduate degrees at 13.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Technical and trade qualifications are held by 21.5% of residents aged 15 and over, with 9.7% holding advanced diplomas and 11.8% holding certificates. A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 30.2% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This group includes 8.4% in primary schools, 7.9% in higher education, and 7.8% attending secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Croydon (NSW) reaches 91 stops on 48 routes, timetabled for about 6,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 services in Croydon include 91 active stops across train and bus networks. These stops service 48 distinct routes, which generate 5,953 weekly passenger journeys. Transport options are highly accessible, with residents living an average of 141 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area; private cars are the primary mode of travel for 68% of commuters, while 19% travel by train and 6% walk to work. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 car per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 53.1%, work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 850 trips per day, which translates to approximately 65 weekly departures per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.6% of residents in Croydon (NSW) report no long-term health condition. 6.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic illnesses, Croydon shows strong overall health profiles, with low rates of common health conditions across both older and younger cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with roughly 58% of the population (~6,418 people) holding private policies, compared to 59.9% across the Greater Sydney region. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 6.6% and 6.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 72.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical issues, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The working-age population exhibits good health with low chronic illness rates.
Residents aged 65 and over represent 21.0% of the population (2,335 people), which exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Seniors in the area experience positive health outcomes, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
42.9% of Croydon (NSW) residents were born overseas and 46.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (18.5%) and Australian (14.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Croydon displays significant cultural diversity, with 42.9% of the population born outside Australia and 46.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 51.1% of residents. However, the suburb shows a distinct concentration of Buddhist residents at 5.1%, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Regarding parental ancestry, Chinese heritage is the most common group at 18.5%, which is much higher than the metropolitan average of 8.4%. Australian ancestry is claimed by 14.0% of the population, and English ancestry by 13.8%, which is below the metropolitan benchmark of 19.0%.
Other notable groups include Lebanese at 4.5% (compared to 2.6% regionally), Korean at 1.6% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Croatian at 1.4% (compared to 0.7% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Croydon (NSW) is 42. 29.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 42 years in Croydon is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 years and the national median of 38 years. The 85+ cohort represents 4.7% of the population, which is a strong comparative presence, while the 35 - 44 cohort is smaller at 12.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 11.8% to 14.6%, and the 25 to 34 group has risen from 13.2% to 14.8%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age group contracted from 10.9% to 9.0%, and the 55 to 64 group declined from 12.6% to 11.4%.
Projections for 2041 suggest shifting demographics, with the 35 to 44 age group expected to grow by 62% (840 people) to reach 2,186 from 1,345. Residents aged 65 and over are projected to account for 59% of the total population growth, pointing to a steadily aging profile, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age brackets are expected to experience absolute declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Croydon (NSW)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 7 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 Jun 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 — 38 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,755 at the 2021 Census → 11,122 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 (SAL11135). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.