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The median house price in Dolls Point is $2.40m, with units at $888k. House values have moved 3.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Dolls Point has an estimated 1,634 residents. That puts 7,427 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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Based on evaluation of ABS demographic releases covering the surrounding region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Dolls Point has an estimated population of approximately 1,634 as of May 2026. This represents an increase of 1 people (0.1%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 1,633 people. This trend is derived from the resident population of 1,624, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 10 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This level of population translates to a density ratio of 7,427 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, highlighting land in the area as a highly-sought resource. Population growth for the area was mostly driven by overseas migration, which made up approximately 76.0% of total population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. When analyzing future population trends, lower quartile growth of Australian statistical areas is anticipated, with the suburb of Dolls Point expected to grow by 13 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing an increase of 0.2% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
41 new dwellings have been approved in Dolls Point over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 4.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Dolls Point has averaged about 8 new homes approved annually, with an estimated 41 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 4 so far in FY-26. With population declining over recent years, development activity has been adequate in relative terms, a positive for buyers, while new homes are being built at an average value of $739,000, showing that developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. Relative to Greater Sydney, Dolls Point records 12.0% less building activity (per person) while it places among the 10th percentile of areas assessed nationally, meaning somewhat limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established dwellings.
Population forecasts indicate Dolls Point will gain 3 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current 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 Dolls Point, worth an estimated $15 million. A further 44 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.64 billion. 11 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and planning schemes have a significant impact on local performance. In total, a single project has been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the area. Notable projects include Allure Collection, M6 Motorway Stage 1, Community and Cultural Centre - Rockdale Spine, and M6 Stage 2, with the list below detailing those of highest relevance.
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Allure Collection
An exclusive collection of seven architecturally designed luxury townhouses in the tightly held coastal enclave of Dolls Point. Designed by KODE in collaboration with SICI Design, each three-level residence features three to four oversized bedrooms, multiple living zones, and meticulously landscaped alfresco courtyards ranging from 40-79 square meters. Internally, the homes range from 125-155 square meters, showcasing sophisticated detailing with natural stones, brushed nickel accents, warm timber elements, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Built with solid concrete slabs and Jinda White double brick construction, each residence features Fibaro 3 Smart Home automation, premium Miele appliances, TAJ Mahal Artedomus stone benchtops, private Italian-made lifts, and dual basement garaging.Located just 400 meters from Dolls Point Beach, these residences offer a rare blend of luxury and serene beachside living.
Riviera, Ramsgate Beach
Approved mixed-use redevelopment of the former Coles site at 277 The Grand Parade, Ramsgate Beach. The project comprises demolition of existing structures, three basement parking levels, a ground-floor supermarket and retail premises, first-floor food and drink uses, and five residential levels containing 50 apartments. Bronxx is marketing Riviera as a luxury beachfront apartment project, with the project now selling and commencement listed as 2025; official completion timing remains TBC.
St George Hospital Redevelopment Stage 3
The $411 million St George Hospital Stage 3 redevelopment has reached a major milestone with the completion of the 9-storey Kensington Street Building (KSB) in February 2026. This centerpiece facility centralises outpatient, ambulatory, and community services, including pathology collection, day rehabilitation, and surgical services with refurbished operating theatres. It introduces new models of care such as the Rehabilitation Cognitive Transition Unit for brain injury recovery and a Behavioural Support Unit for dementia and delirium. The project also includes 151 basement car spaces, a new public forecourt, and the demolition of the Prince William Wing, with final landscaping and refurbishment of existing clinical spaces scheduled for completion by late 2026.
The Rise
The Rise offers a collection of beautifully crafted one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in Kogarah, featuring open and light-filled spaces, gourmet kitchens with SMEG appliances, luxurious bathrooms, master bedrooms with en-suites, study spaces, sweeping views, a communal garden with BBQ, and ground-floor retail spaces. It includes 47 residential units and 3 commercial spaces, with three levels of basement parking and 12 storeys above ground.
Kogarah Public School Upgrade
The Kogarah Public School upgrade involves constructing a new multipurpose hall, 24 new modern classrooms, outdoor spaces and play areas, a covered outdoor learning area (COLA), and removal of temporary classrooms. Construction is now underway: site establishment was completed in September 2025 including fencing, hoardings, site sheds and a temporary construction driveway from Princes Highway. The old COLA has been dismantled for reuse at another school, the toilet block and storage shed have been demolished, and detailed excavation, inground services and piling for the new building foundations are now in progress.Builder Stephen Edwards Constructions and architect Fulton Trotter are delivering the project for the NSW Government, with forecast completion in 2027.
324-330 Railway Parade Carlton Development
Mixed use development including residential apartments and ground floor commercial/retail space. $8.4 million six-storey mixed-use development featuring 23 units (17 two-bedroom, 6 one-bedroom) plus ground floor commercial space. Located opposite Carlton train station with excellent transport connectivity. Development application approved by local council for comprehensive redevelopment of the site.
M6 Motorway Stage 1
M6 Motorway Stage 1 delivers a four-kilometre twin tunnel connecting the M8 at Arncliffe to President Avenue in Kogarah. The project removes over 2,000 trucks daily from local surface roads, integrates a new active transport corridor, and includes rehabilitated recreational parklands at Ador Park and McCarthy Reserve. Construction of the main tunnel alignment and portal connections is actively progressing towards operational opening.
Le Beach Hut Redevelopment (Depena Reserve Cafe)
Redevelopment of the existing Le Beach Hut, a nearly 60-year-old restaurant and cafe, involving demolition and construction of a new contemporary restaurant/cafe, kiosk, public toilets, and associated landscaping within Peter Depena Reserve. The project, valued at $4.7 million, will accommodate up to 300 patrons (180 indoor, 40 in courtyard, 80 in rear outdoor area). Council is working to develop this new cafe at Depena Reserve, with concept design updated in response to feedback. The planning proposal was finalized and implemented in April 2025.Planning proposal and Development Application lodged and currently underway.
1,052 residents of Dolls Point are employed, from a labour force of 1,076. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 75.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,146, about 70% 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 strong representation in professional services, an unemployment rate of only 2.2%, and an estimated job growth of 2.2% over the last year, compiled from AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, 1,052 residents are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting at 1.9% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and participation in the labour force far exceeding typical levels (75.9% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census data indicates a high proportion of 39.9% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and retail trade. The locality shows a particularly high concentration of workers in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing has a minimal footprint, employing 3.2% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across the region. This primarily residential locality appears to offer few jobs within its borders, as demonstrated by the comparison of Census working population to resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, aggregated from broader statistical regions, the 12-month period saw employment rise by 2.2% and the labour force grow by 2.5%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9%, labour force growth of 1.9%, with unemployment falling marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Dolls Point. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Dolls Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Dolls Point is $1,708 a week (about $89,000 a year), with median personal income at $996 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $64,373 a year against an average of $89,115. 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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Based on the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in Dolls Point is $64,373, with an average of $89,115. This is exceptionally high on a national scale, comparing to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates indicate figures of roughly $71,016 (median) and $98,312 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census data shows individual income at the 78th percentile ($996 weekly), whereas household income is at the 47th percentile.
The statistics show the largest bracket is the 34.5% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (563 residents), which is similar to the metropolitan average of 30.9% for this group. Affordability pressures for housing are severe, with just 80.3% of income remaining, placing the area in the 44th percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dolls Point had 738 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 16% detached houses and 70% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 41% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $451 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,383 a month, a total housing cost higher than 78% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 26.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.2%. 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 structure of homes in Dolls Point at the time of the latest Census consisted of 15.5% houses and 84.5% other dwellings, such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing types, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings in the Sydney metropolitan area. At the same time, the home ownership rate in Dolls Point was higher than the Sydney metro average, standing at 31.5%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (27.5%) or rented (41.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment for the locality was lower than the Sydney metro average at $2,383, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $451, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,427 and $470.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Dolls Point are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are significantly above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dolls Point counted 738 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.1 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 87% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 40% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 56.9%, consisting of 19.8% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 12.3% single parent families. Non-family households represent the remaining 43.1%, with single-person households at 39.6% and group households accounting for 3.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.1 people is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.1% of adults in Dolls Point hold a university qualification, including 22.7% with a bachelor degree and 7.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 94% of areas nationally. A further 20.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The level of formal qualifications in Dolls Point is lower than regional averages, with 32.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 38.7% in the broader SA3 area. This difference points to potential areas for educational expansion and skills training. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 22.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 36.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (15.8%) and certificates (20.6%). Participation in study is notably high, with 25.4% of the population currently undertaking formal education.
This comprises 8.3% in primary school, 6.9% in tertiary studies, and 5.0% enrolled in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Dolls Point reaches 15 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 750 services a week. The typical home sits about 70 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 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 public transport shows 15 active transport stops in Dolls Point, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 746 passenger trips per week. Transport access is rated as outstanding, with residents living an average of 74 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, the majority of working residents travel outside the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 88% and trains accounting for 7%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 0.9 per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of 39.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by COVID-19 factors). Service frequency averages 106 trips per day across all routes, which is equivalent to approximately 49 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.5% of residents in Dolls Point report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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Data on health outcomes reveals excellent results for Dolls Point, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, showing very low rates of common health issues across all age groups, while private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, covering approximately 62% of the population (1,014 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health conditions recorded in the locality were arthritis and asthma, affecting 7.8 and 5.8% of residents, respectively, while 73.5% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population is exceptionally healthy, with a low incidence of chronic health conditions. Residents aged 65 and over make up 22.4% of the population (366 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney proportion of 15.5%. Health outcomes for older residents are particularly strong, with national rankings generally mirroring those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.3% of Dolls Point residents were born overseas and 38.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 80% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (17.0%) and Australian (14.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Dolls Point ranks highly for cultural diversity, with 35.3% of residents born outside Australia and 38.1% speaking a non-English language at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 67.1% of the population in Dolls Point, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. In terms of parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Dolls Point are English at 17.0% of the population, Other at 16.3%, and Australian at 14.7%. Significant differences are visible in the proportions of other backgrounds: Greek ancestry is highly represented at 13.0% of Dolls Point (compared to 1.9% regionally), Spanish at 1.4% (compared to 0.6%), and Russian at 1.3% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dolls Point is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 23.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 44, Dolls Point is notably older than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and is substantially older than the national median of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 14.0% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 15 - 24 age bracket is less common at 8.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85+ has risen from 2.0% to 3.5% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 7.0% to 8.2%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 15.1% to 13.4%.
Demographic projections indicate the age profile of Dolls Point will change significantly by 2041. The 85+ cohort is expected to lead this change, growing by 103% (58 people) to reach 116 from 57. This aging trend is clear, as residents aged 65+ account for 100% of the projected population growth. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 and 25 to 34 age brackets are expected to experience declines in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dolls Point
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 | Oct 2025 10 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 Oct 2025. | ||
| 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 — 10 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,633 at the 2021 Census → 1,634 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 (SAL11269). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.