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The median house price in Dubbo is $660k, with units at $470k. House values have moved 7.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Dubbo has an estimated 45,736 residents, up from 43,516 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,220 people, or 5.1%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. 1,339 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 54.0% of that increase. Density is about 46 people per 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 analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside recent address records validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Dubbo has an estimated population of approximately 45,736 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,220 individuals (5.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 43,516 residents. The change is calculated from a resident population of 45,407, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the most recent ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) and a further 1,339 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population level results in a density of 46 persons per square kilometer, indicating a setting with generous personal space. The 5.1% growth recorded in the suburb of Dubbo since the 2021 census was higher than both the SA4 region (2.8%) and the SA3 area, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Natural increase was the primary contributor to population growth in the area, accounting for roughly 54.0% of overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 areas where this data is unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level are used, published in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline. Growth rates for different age cohorts derived from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the period from 2032 to 2041. Based on expected demographic trends, the suburb of Dubbo is projected to experience population growth above the median for regional areas across the country, with an anticipated increase of 7,725 individuals by 2041 according to aggregated SA2 projections, representing a total rise of 16.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,823 new dwellings have been approved in Dubbo over the past five years, an average of 364 a year. That places the area in the 83rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 357 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 59% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 380, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas, the suburb of Dubbo has recorded an average of approximately 364 new residential approvals annually. This combines to an estimated 1,823 dwellings approved over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 349 approvals during the current FY-26. With an average of 1.1 additional residents for every new dwelling constructed over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), local supply and demand appear well balanced, promoting stable conditions. Newly approved residences carry an average estimated construction cost of $383,000.
Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $172.3 million so far this financial year, reflecting robust local business activity. Compared to the Rest of NSW, building activity in the suburb of Dubbo is moderately higher, running 47.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period, which maintains choice for buyers while supporting current property values. Recent approvals consist of 59.0% standalone houses and 41.0% semi-detached properties or apartments. This increasing share of townhouses and apartments offers options across various price brackets, ranging from traditional family homes to more affordable, compact residences. This marks a clear shift from the current housing stock (where houses make up 84.0%), reflecting a declining volume of developable land alongside changing lifestyle preferences and demand for diverse, affordable accommodation. With approximately 118 people per approved dwelling, the area displays a low-density character. Looking forward, the suburb of Dubbo is projected to add 7,396 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Given current building trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily accommodate this growth, maintaining favorable conditions for buyers and potentially allowing population increases to exceed current projections.
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 23 current infrastructure and development projects inside Dubbo, worth an estimated $27.2 billion. A further 66 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $36.6 billion. 29 are already under construction and 33 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, major projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on regional development. A total of 29 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the locality. Key initiatives include the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone, the New Dubbo Bridge, The Village Southlakes, and the Keswick Estate Residential Development, with the most relevant developments detailed below.
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Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone
Australia's first Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) spans approximately 20,000 square kilometres around Dubbo and Dunedoo. The project involves constructing 90km of 500kV and 150km of 330kV transmission lines, energy hubs at Merotherie and Elong Elong, and a switching station at Barigan Creek to unlock initial network capacity growing to 6 GW by 2038. Construction commenced in June 2025 with energisation targeted for 2028, led by EnergyCo and delivery partner ACEREZ.
Dubbo Residential Rehabilitation Centre
A purpose-built 24-bed facility providing withdrawal and residential rehabilitation services for alcohol and drug dependency. The project features a south communal wing and northern residential wing designed by Fulton Trotter Architects. It incorporates culturally appropriate design for the Aboriginal community, landscaping for privacy, and therapeutic outdoor spaces. Construction began in May 2026 and is expected to take 14 months.
NSW SES Western Zone Headquarters Dubbo
A new purpose-built headquarters for the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) Western Zone, currently nearing completion in the Blueridge Business Park on the eastern edge of Dubbo. The 3.1 million dollar facility replaces the existing Wingewarra Street office and will serve as the primary regional base for SES operations across western New South Wales. The development includes a Level 3 Incident Control Centre to coordinate large-scale emergencies, an open-plan operations room with significantly expanded capacity, flood rescue coordination areas, dedicated media and briefing rooms, expanded logistics space, an administration office, kitchen, amenities, secure warehouse and 61 car parking spaces.The site fronts both the Mitchell Highway (Wellington Road) and Blueridge Drive, with palisade fencing, motorised sliding gates, illuminated signage and 24/7 operational capability. The project forms part of a 27 million dollar NSW Government investment to upgrade five regional SES headquarters across the state, alongside facilities at Wagga Wagga, Goulburn, Lismore and Beresfield.
The Village Southlakes
A $32 million neighbourhood retail destination anchored by a full-line Coles supermarket and Liquorland. The 7,968 sqm centre includes 17 specialty stores, 3 kiosks, and a car wash facility. Designed as a community hub for the Southlakes Estate, it features over 300 car parks, electric vehicle charging stations, and solar power harvesting. The project serves a growing catchment of 19,000 residents and is the primary convenience hub for the South Dubbo residential precinct.
New Dubbo Bridge (Aunty Pearl Gibbs Bridge)
Construction of a 660-metre, dual-lane, 20-span, high-level bridge over the Macquarie River and floodplain, using 89 piles and 123 reinforced concrete girders to carry an approximately 5,000-tonne deck. The project includes 2.2km of new Newell Highway realignment and intersection upgrades at Whylandra, River, Thompson and Bourke Streets. Designed to ease central Dubbo congestion and maintain flood-event access, it supports future development of around 5,500 new homes in the region. In December 2025 the bridge was officially named the Aunty Pearl Gibbs Bridge, honouring the Aboriginal rights activist.As of mid-2026 the structure is complete, with surfacing, lighting, drainage and intersection works underway; opening to traffic is targeted for mid-2026, with full project completion including approach roads expected by late 2026, weather permitting.
Dubbo Firming Power Station
An approved gas-fired firming power station in the heavy industrial zone of north Dubbo, designed to support the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone. The original 2024 approval permits a 64 MW dual-fuel power plant (open-cycle gas turbine or reciprocating engine), a 20 MW hydrogen electrolysis facility, gas storage pipeline and connection to the existing gas network. Squadron Energy has lodged a modification request to increase generation capacity from 64 MW to 180 MW and introduce reciprocating engine technology.Both generation technologies are capable of running on hydrogen blends of up to 25 percent. The plant will provide back-up electricity during periods of low renewable generation and peak demand, expected to support up to 150 construction jobs and 5 ongoing operational roles. Treated water for hydrogen production will be supplied from a new advanced wastewater treatment facility at Dubbo Sewerage Treatment Plant, jointly funded with Dubbo Regional Council.
Southlakes Estate
Southlakes Estate is Dubbo's premier master-planned community, currently expanding to accommodate over 2300 dwellings. The development features an integrated lifestyle design with eight permanent lakes, landscaped parklands, and extensive cycleways. A major milestone for 2026 is the opening of 'The Village Southlakes', a $32 million retail hub anchored by Coles and Liquorland, scheduled for completion in July 2026. The estate offers diverse housing options including land lots, semi-detached dwellings, and the Delta Shores gated community.
Keswick Estate Residential Development
A large-scale residential development in South Dubbo offering affordable land lots and house packages, totaling 992 homes on 177 hectares, developed in phases by Dubbo Regional Council and Maas Group Properties.
22,343 residents of Dubbo are employed, from a labour force of 22,783. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 63.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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 suburb of Dubbo possesses a skilled labor force with strong representation in essential services, and an unemployment rate of just 1.9% according to statistical area data aggregated by AreaSearch. In March 2026, there were 22,343 employed residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 2.2% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%. Labor force participation is typical at 63.3%, compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicates a low 8.6% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may have been affected by COVID-19 restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.
The suburb of Dubbo has a particularly high concentration of health care & social assistance jobs, employing residents at 1.2 times the regional average rate. Conversely, agricultural, forestry, and fishing industries are under-represented, accounting for only 2.5% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. Although local employment is available, the ratio of Census workers to the local population suggests a significant portion of residents travel to other areas for work. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical area, the year ending March 2026 saw the labor force contract by 2.1% and total employment fall by 1.4%, which led to a 0.7 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 0.9%, the labor force contract by 0.4%, and the unemployment rate increase by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 provide context for future workforce demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix to project employment trends. While overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Weighting these projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment in the suburb of Dubbo will rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation that does not account for specific local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Dubbo is $1,690 a week (about $88,000 a year), with median personal income at $876 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,145 a year against an average of $63,936. 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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Income levels in the suburb of Dubbo are below the national average based on aggregated ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year. Taxpayers in the suburb of Dubbo recorded a median income of $54,145 and an average income of $63,936, compared to median and average figures of $52,390 and $65,215 for Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures as of March 2026 would be approximately $59,733 for the median and $70,534 for the average. In the 2021 Census, individual incomes placed at the 63rd percentile ($876 weekly), while household incomes were at the 46th percentile.
The largest income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, comprising 35.1% of residents (16,053 people), which is similar to the wider region where this group accounts for 29.9%. After housing costs, residents retain 85.9% of their income for other expenses, and the area is positioned in the 5th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dubbo had 15,498 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 7% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $310 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,582 a month. Rent absorbs 18.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the residential mix in the suburb of Dubbo consisted of 83.5% standalone houses and 16.6% alternative housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Dubbo lagged the regional benchmark at 29.3%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (35.7%) or tenants renting (35.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,582 was below the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent was $310 compared to $330 regionally.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Dubbo are notably below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dubbo counted 15,498 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 16,289 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 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 69.6%, consisting of couples with children at 29.1%, couples without children at 26.6%, and single-parent households at 12.8%. Non-family households comprise the remaining 30.4%, with single-person households representing 26.9% and group households accounting for 3.5%. The median household size stands at 2.5 residents, which is slightly above the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.2% of adults in Dubbo hold a university qualification, including 15.8% with a bachelor degree and 5.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.8% hold a vocational qualification. 25 schools serve the area, with 8,627 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 922 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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Academic attainment in the suburb of Dubbo is lower than regional averages, with 23.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 32.2% across NSW. This variance indicates opportunities for further educational programs and skills development. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 15.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational training is prominent, with 38.3% of residents aged 15+ possessing technical qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 9.5% and certificates at 28.8%. Engagement in learning is high, with 31.7% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This includes 12.1% attending primary schools, 8.3% in secondary schools, and 3.0% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Dubbo reaches 1,033 stops on 94 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 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 1.5 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 the suburb of Dubbo include 1,033 active train and bus stops. These stops are serviced by 94 separate routes, providing a total of 1,960 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 142 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential nature, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 95%. Households average 1.5 vehicles. A relatively low 8.6% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Service frequency averages 280 runs per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 1 weekly service per stop. The map shows the 100 closest stops to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.4% of residents in Dubbo report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 87% of areas nationally. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators highlight notable challenges for the suburb of Dubbo, based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and chronic illnesses, which are evident across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly above the typical SA2 area level, accounting for roughly 52% of the population, or approximately 23,887 people. Asthma and mental health issues were the most frequently reported conditions, affecting 9.6% and 9.0% of residents. Conversely, 65.4% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age cohort experiences significant health difficulties, marked by elevated rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over constitute 17.1% of the population (7,820 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Senior health metrics present some concerns, with national percentiles generally aligned with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Dubbo is largely Australian-born, at 88.6% of residents, with 9.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (30.8%) and English (27.7%). 11.3% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Dubbo has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 85.1% of the population, 88.6% born in Australia, and 90.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion at 63.6% of residents, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Based on parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in the suburb of Dubbo are Australian at 30.8%, English at 27.7%, and Australian Aboriginal at 11.3%, which is higher than the regional average of 4.6%. Other groups show specific variations: Sri Lankan ancestry is represented by 0.2% of the population (compared to 0.1% across the region), Lebanese ancestry is at 0.2% (compared to 0.2% regionally), and Irish ancestry is at 8.2% (compared to 8.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dubbo is 34, younger than 76% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 28.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 34, the suburb of Dubbo is younger than Regional NSW's average of 43 and the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is over-represented locally at 16.2%, while the 65 - 74 group is under-represented at 8.8%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 35 to 44 has increased from 12.3% to 13.7% of the population. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 11.1% to 9.9%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.2% to 10.1%. Demographic projections suggest the age structure will change by 2041, with the 35 to 44 group expected to grow by 1,767 people (28%) from 6,265 to 8,033, while the 15 to 24 group is projected to see a small rise of 1% (68 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dubbo
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 23 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 Aug 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 — 1,339 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (43,516 at the 2021 Census → 45,736 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 (SAL11299). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.