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The median house price in Denistone is $2.31m, with units at $1.60m. House values have moved 1.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Denistone has an estimated 4,037 residents, up from 3,726 at the 2021 Census — a change of 311 people, or 8.3%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 86.0% of that increase. That puts 2,674 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 statistical assessments of ABS demographic records for the wider region, alongside address points verified by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Denistone has a calculated residency of approximately 4,037 as of May 2026. This marks an expansion of 311 people (8.3%) from the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 3,726 individuals. The figures are derived from a local resident base of 4,024, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS demographic update from June 2025, combined with 13 validated new addresses registered post-Census. Such a population size represents a density of 2,673 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Denistone in the top quartile of all Australian territories evaluated.
The 8.3% expansion rate recorded in the suburb of Denistone since the 2021 census outpaced the state benchmark of 7.1%, positioning the locality as a leading driver of regional growth. This demographic gain was largely underpinned by arrivals from abroad, who accounted for roughly 86.0% of the overall population increase over recent timeframes. Projections established by ABS and Geoscience Australia are applied to each SA2 zone, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. In cases where SA2 records are missing, projections compiled by the NSW State Government in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline are used. The resulting age structure expansion rates are extended to all regions for the span from 2032 to 2041. Based on these shifting demographic profiles, the suburb of Denistone is expected to experience population expansion slightly below the median of all locations examined by AreaSearch, with an projected increase of 412 residents by 2041, which represents a total growth of 9.9% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
119 new dwellings have been approved in Denistone over the past five years, an average of 23 a year. That places the area in the 57th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 28 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 21% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 31, 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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Analysis of residential building approvals allocated from regional data shows that the suburb of Denistone averages about 23 new dwellings approved each year, representing a total of roughly 119 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, there have been 29 approvals logged. Given that 1.4 individuals relocated to the area for every completed home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply remain well aligned to support stable conditions. The average valuation of these new builds is $565,000, which highlights a focus by developers on upscale, higher-end residences.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $659,000 this financial year, reinforcing the residential focus of the neighborhood. Relative to Greater Sydney, building approvals per capita in the suburb of Denistone stand at approximately 59%, though this volume sits in the 82nd percentile of all evaluated areas nationwide, reflecting a recent quickening in construction rates. Upcoming projects consist of 21.0% standalone houses and 79.0% multi-unit attached options. This concentration of medium and high-density offerings provides more accessible entry options, attracting downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This trend represents a major shift from the existing housing stock, where houses make up 80.0% of properties, driven by a shortage of vacant parcels alongside changing buyer preferences and budget considerations. Recording about 129 people for every dwelling approval, the suburb of Denistone displays typical features of a developing zone. Projecting forward, the suburb of Denistone is modeled to add 399 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If construction continues at its current pace, the volume of new residential completions will easily accommodate local demand, ensuring favorable conditions for home purchasers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds standard forecasts.
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 one current infrastructure or development project inside Denistone, worth an estimated $16 million. A further 83 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $60 billion. 24 are already under construction and 34 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 active projects that are anticipated to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, Chatham West Ryde, Sydney Metro West, and the Eastwood Centre Redevelopment, with details provided on those expected to be most relevant.
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Ryde Hospital Redevelopment
The $526.8 million Ryde Hospital Redevelopment is a major expansion delivering a new seven-storey Acute Services Building (ASB) on the existing Eastwood campus. Delivered by Health Infrastructure NSW with builder AW Edwards, the project consolidates services previously spread across 21 buildings into a single modern facility. The ASB will feature an expanded emergency department, intensive care unit, operating theatres and procedure rooms, medical imaging including MRI, ambulatory care centre, paediatric short-stay unit, and additional adult inpatient beds.Interim facilities including a new ICU/CCU opened in May 2025. A key milestone was reached in March 2026 with the first major concrete pour for the ASB foundations, using a sustainable mix replacing 40 per cent of traditional cement with recycled materials. Construction of the ASB is on track for completion in late 2027, with main entrance works, demolition of legacy buildings, and landscaping to follow through 2028.
Chatham West Ryde
Chatham West Ryde is a shop-top housing development by Scion Group at 2-6 Chatham Road. The project comprises 62 apartments and 4 ground-floor retail spaces, with communal open space on the ground floor and rooftop. Development consent was granted in 2023 and a 2024 modification was approved. Scion reported construction progress through 2025, including presales achieved, finance approved, construction certificate complete, slab-on-ground pours finished and basement works progressing. Completion is targeted for 2026.
Melrose Park High School
A new high school being delivered by School Infrastructure NSW to accommodate growth in Melrose Park. The project includes 31 new classrooms, including 3 support classrooms, a multi-purpose hall, library, outdoor learning areas, and open play spaces. As of April 2026, construction is well underway with structural works nearing completion and enrolment open for Year 7 and 8 students starting in 2027.
Ryde Central
The redevelopment of the former Ryde Civic Centre site into a flagship civic and cultural hub. The plan includes a 700-person multi-purpose performance hall, public meeting rooms, council offices, childcare facilities, commercial and retail spaces, and a landscaped public plaza. Following the rejection of all long-term lease tenders in February 2026, the City of Ryde is currently reviewing its delivery strategy to ensure financial sustainability while maintaining public ownership of the iconic site.
apt.Meadowbank Build-to-Rent Precinct
A $280 million mixed-use build-to-rent precinct at 1-20 Railway Road, Meadowbank, comprising 291 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments across four low-rise buildings. The precinct sits above Meadowbank Corner, a retail hub anchored by a 2,500 sqm Coles Local and 16 specialty retailers. Developed by apt.Residential in partnership with Dutch pension fund PGGM, constructed by Buildcorp and designed by AJC Architects. The project is fully electric and targeting 5 Star Green Star, WELL and WeIS ratings.Structure topped out in May 2025, with construction progressing to facade, interiors and landscaping. Completion scheduled for late 2026.
Melrose Central
Melrose Central is a major mixed-use precinct within the Melrose Park North urban renewal area, featuring 494 apartments across six towers. The development sits above a 30,000 sqm retail podium that serves as the new Melrose Park Town Centre, including a full-line Coles, childcare, and a medical centre. It is designed as a transit-oriented hub, situated directly at a future stop for Stage 2 of the Parramatta Light Rail.
Bennelong Sports Centre
Bennelong Sports Centre is a major community sports hub redeveloping the former Marsden High School site. The facility includes a 5000sqm indoor building with 4 multipurpose courts, 29 outdoor all-weather hard-surface netball courts, and a basement car park for approximately 296 vehicles. Operated by The Y NSW, it serves as the primary home for the Eastwood Ryde Netball Association (ERNA) and includes a cafe, community spaces, and ecological protection zones. Opening is scheduled for May 2026.
The Meadowbank Bridge Upgrade
Structural remediation and upgrade of the heritage-listed Meadowbank Bridge (John Whitton Bridge), originally built in 1886. This project focuses on restoring the iron lattice truss structure to maintain a vital active transport corridor for pedestrians and cyclists across the Parramatta River. Recent planning activities include structural inspections, paint scrape trials to determine appropriate sealers, and electrical cable investigations to preserve heritage values while ensuring long-term public safety.
2,338 residents of Denistone are employed, from a labour force of 2,381. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 68.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,273, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is highly educated, featuring a strong contingent of white-collar professionals, an unemployment rate of only 1.8%, and a yearly jobs growth rate estimated at 1.7% based on regional statistical aggregations. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,338, while the local jobless rate sat 2.3% below the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, with labor force participation matching the metropolitan benchmark of 69.1%. Census records show that a significant 52.8% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by public health restrictions. The primary sectors employing local residents are professional & technical services, medical care & social assistance, and school & tertiary education.
The community exhibits a notable concentration in professional & technical fields, with employment levels reaching 1.3 times the regional standard. Conversely, building and construction roles employ only 5.9% of workers locally, compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This residential suburb offers a limited volume of jobs within its borders, as shown by comparing the count of local workers against the resident labor force. Collation of SALM and ABS statistics across broader statistical divisions shows that over the 12-month period, local employment grew by 1.7% while the active workforce expanded by 1.8%, leading to an increase of 0.1 percentage points in the jobless rate. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney recorded job growth of 1.9% and workforce growth of 1.9%, alongside a slight decline in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future workforce needs in the suburb of Denistone. These five and ten-year projections have been integrated with the local industry profile to estimate employment trajectories. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Combining these specific industry rates with the local workforce distribution yields an estimated employment increase of 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, representing a simple weighted model that does not incorporate localized population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Denistone is $2,683 a week (about $140,000 a year), with median personal income at $970 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,133 a year against an average of $79,287. 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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Tax records from the ATO aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place local personal income levels among the highest in the country. The median taxable income is $60,133, while the average is $79,287, which compares to Greater Sydney figures of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 estimates current values at approximately $66,339 for the median and $87,469 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census ranks household incomes in the top tier at the 93rd percentile ($2,683 weekly).
The weekly salary bracket of $4000+ represents 31.0% of residents (1,251 individuals), contrasting with the wider metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 band is most common at 30.9%. With 45.5% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, there is substantial economic capacity in the area. Home occupants retain 86.9% of their earnings after servicing housing costs, showing strong discretionary spending power, and the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Denistone had 1,240 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 1% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 46% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $600 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,902 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the last Census, the housing stock consisted of 79.6% separate houses and 20.4% medium-to-high density alternatives, compared to Sydney's broader mix of 55.9% separate houses and 44.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership levels were high relative to the metropolitan average, with 45.5% owning outright, 36.3% paying off a mortgage, and 18.2% renting their properties. The median mortgage commitment stood at $2,902 per month, which was well above the metropolitan benchmark of $2,427, while the median weekly rental cost was $600, compared to the wider Sydney average of $470. On a national level, mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are significantly higher than the country-wide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Denistone counted 1,240 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,343 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 45% are couples with children, more than in 89% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 83.4%, comprising 45.1% couples raising children, 28.1% couples without children, and 9.4% single parents. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 16.6%, with lone person households representing 13.9% and group households sitting at 2.6%. The median household occupancy is 2.9 people, which exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.0% of adults in Denistone hold a university qualification, including 33.2% with a bachelor degree and 15.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 84% of areas nationally. A further 10.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 125 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,117 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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Residents hold university degrees at levels well above national and state averages, with 52.0% of those aged 15+ possessing a tertiary qualification compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational profile positions the community well for employment in knowledge-based industries. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 33.2%, followed by postgraduate study at 15.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.7%. Technical and vocational credentials represent 21.1% of qualifications for residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificate courses at 10.9%. A high proportion of the population is actively engaged in study, with 28.3% enrolled in an educational program.
This student group includes 9.0% in primary schooling, 8.1% in secondary education, and 6.5% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Denistone reaches 17 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 2,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the public transport network shows 17 active stops within the suburb of Denistone, comprising both rail and bus facilities. These stops are serviced by 12 distinct routes, which accommodate 2,936 passenger journeys each week. Local access is good, with properties situated an average of 262 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 82%, and trains used by 12%. Car ownership averages 1.4 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of 52.8% of workers operated from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Service frequency averages 419 weekly trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 172 weekly services for each individual transit stop.
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76.2% of residents in Denistone report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 96% of areas nationally. 4.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.7 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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Local health data shows highly favorable outcomes, reflecting low mortality and chronic disease rates across all age brackets, combined with a high rate of private health coverage encompassing approximately 58% of the population, or about 2,351 individuals. Arthritis and asthma are the most common chronic conditions, affecting 5.9% and 5.7% of residents. Conversely, 76.2% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 23.2% of the community (936 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%.
Health measures for these older residents are very positive, with national comparative rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
42.3% of Denistone residents were born overseas and 43.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 85% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (23.5%) and English (17.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The area shows high levels of cultural diversity, with 42.3% of residents born outside Australia and 43.4% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 49.9% of the population. The most distinct regional variation is observed in Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Looking at parent birthplaces, the largest ancestry groups are Chinese at 23.5% of the population, which is significantly above the metropolitan average of 8.4%, English at 17.5%, and Australian at 15.0%. Other distinct ethnic groups include Korean residents, who represent 4.1% of the population compared to 1.1% regionally, Lebanese at 2.4% compared to 2.6%, and Russian at 0.4% compared to 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Denistone is 43. 25.8% 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 43 is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of people aged 65 - 74 (12.1%), whereas the 35 - 44 cohort is smaller (10.6%) than across the metropolitan area. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age bracket has increased from 5.4% to 7.8% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 11.8% to 14.1%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.4% to 10.0%, and the 55 to 64 group fell from 15.1% to 12.8%.
Projections out to 2041 indicate further changes, with the 75 to 84 age group expected to grow by 201 people (64%) from 314 to 516. The combined 65+ demographic is projected to account for 70% of total population growth. Conversely, the 0 to 4 and 45 to 54 brackets are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Denistone
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 1 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 Apr 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 — 13 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,726 at the 2021 Census → 4,037 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 (SAL11240). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.