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The median house price in Eleebana is $1.40m, with units at $978k. House values have moved 5.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Eleebana has an estimated 6,452 residents. That puts 1,314 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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census Eleebana's population is estimated at around 6,452 as of May 2026. This reflects a decrease of 8 people (0.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,460 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 6,452, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 4 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,314 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 98.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting 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. Considering the projected demographic shifts, Over this period, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the area's population expected to contract by 266 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 85 and over age group, which is projected to increase by 147 people. See the age section for more details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
56 new dwellings have been approved in Eleebana over the past five years, an average of 11 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch evaluations of building approvals from the ABS, which are distributed from statistical zone records, the suburb of Eleebana has averaged approximately 11 approved dwellings annually, summing to an estimated 56 residential units over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 3 development consents have been logged. With an average of only 0.5 additional occupants annually for each dwelling built throughout the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), the incoming volume of homes aligns with or outpaces demand, providing buyers with diverse options and establishing space for population expansion beyond current predictions, while these fresh builds carry a mean value of $716,000, indicating that builders are focusing on upmarket, premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $7.2 million this financial year, underscoring that the area remains predominantly residential in character. Relative to the Rest of NSW, the suburb of Eleebana exhibits drastically lower building volumes, sitting at 58.0% below the regional per capita average. This undersupply of new listings generally bolsters demand and valuations for pre-existing homes. The rate of construction is similarly below the nationwide average, reflecting the mature nature of the locality and hinting at potential regulatory and planning constraints. New residential projects consist of 89.0% detached houses and 11.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving a suburban footprint featuring spacious family dwellings. The neighborhood averages roughly 1291 people for every residential building approval, indicating a highly consolidated marketplace. Given that the local population is projected to stabilize or diminish, the suburb of Eleebana is likely to experience less pressure on its housing stock, which could create favorable buying conditions.
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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Eleebana, worth an estimated $8 million. A further 27 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $981 million. 8 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, health & medical and retail. 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 major drivers of local real estate trends. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key developments include 83 Jonathan Street Residential Subdivision, The Summit, Ryhope Street Subdivision, and Bareki Road, Eleebana to Valentine Shared Path, with the following list detailing the most significant initiatives.
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83 Jonathan Street Residential Subdivision
A boutique residential subdivision of approximately 1.25 hectares into 13 low-density lots in a quiet cul-de-sac in Eleebana, with part of the site designated for environmental conservation. The project includes demolition of existing dwelling and offers family-friendly access to schools, recreation, and Lake Macquarie foreshore. Development approval granted, subdivision works certificate approved, lots currently being sold with settlement upon registration.
Calvary St Francis Retirement Community Expansion
Expansion of the Calvary St Francis Retirement Community including a 17-bed extension and the construction of a new Community Centre. The facility is a beautifully maintained residential aged care home offering permanent and respite care in a tranquil bush setting.
Eleebana Shores Retirement Village
A luxury retirement village offering architecturally-designed two-bedroom and two-bedroom+study villas and apartments in landscaped gardens with rural views, featuring facilities like a heated indoor pool, gymnasium, library, and community activities to support independent living near Lake Macquarie.
The Summit
A complex of 16 completely free-standing, architecturally designed townhouses currently under construction in an elevated location, featuring spacious layouts, fully ducted air-conditioning, Artusi appliances, and private outdoor spaces. Stage 1 is set for completion in Quarter 1 of 2026.
Woolworths Belmont North Supermarket Development
Repurposing of the 4.04-hectare former Bunnings site into a modern retail hub. The project features a 3,800sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket and specialty tenancies for food, health, and services. It includes adaptive reuse of the existing warehouse structure, 341 at-grade parking spaces, and Direct to Boot facilities.
Lake Macquarie High School HPGE Upgrades
Upgrade of Lake Macquarie High School under the NSW High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) Partner School Program. Works include a refreshed school entrance, VET hospitality classroom, upgraded TAS and woodwork facilities, art room, music recording space, new shade structure and sports upgrades, plus a marine studies laboratory and workshop. As of the March 2026 project update, the major facility upgrades including the marine studies, hospitality, sporting facilities and TAS works have been completed, with the overall project remaining in progress while remaining Stage 2 works are finalized.
Mount Hutton Precinct Area Plan
A precinct-specific planning framework forming Part 12 of the Lake Macquarie Development Control Plan 2014. Originally adopted by Council on 10 February 2020 to replace the 2004 plan, it sets controls for infrastructure delivery, built form and natural environment outcomes across the Mount Hutton suburb between Warners Bay and Belmont. The plan supports medium-density housing in the R3 zone south of Cowmeadow Road, road and roundabout upgrades, new shared pathways, stormwater works, and revegetation along Scrubby Creek.The framework has been progressively updated, most recently through the city-wide Housing Diversity amendments adopted by Council on 23 February 2026, which align the DCP with the Housing Diversity Planning Proposal that took effect on 1 August 2025. These reforms permit a broader mix of housing in R2 and R3 zones, allow subdivision down to 200 square metres in R3 and 250 square metres in R2, and remove minimum lot width requirements. A separate but related amendment finalised on 21 March 2025 rezoned 1 Progress Road from R2 Low Density Residential to E1 Local Centre, increasing the maximum building height on that site from 8.5 to 10 metres to support an expansion of the Dunkley Parade shops.
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion
A significant $131 million redevelopment of Lake Macquarie Private Hospital by Ramsay Health Care. Approved in May 2025, the project features a nine-storey expansion (SSD-38025700) adding 114 inpatient beds, five new operating theatres, and an expanded emergency department. The development also includes a new main entrance on Casey Street, ten consulting suites, and enhanced radiology and oncology services. As of April 2026, the project is integrated into the broader Gateshead Medical Precinct Planning Proposal, which seeks to rezone surrounding land to support a regionally significant health hub.Construction is phased to maintain hospital operations, with final completion targeted for 2027.
3,362 residents of Eleebana are employed, from a labour force of 3,423. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 64.7%. 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 4,979, about 77% 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 workforce of the suburb of Eleebana is highly educated, featuring a strong representation of essential services industries, alongside an unemployment rate of a mere 1.8%, as calculated from AreaSearch's statistical area syntheses. In March 2026, 3,362 residents were employed, reflecting an unemployment rate 2.4% below the 4.1% recorded in Regional NSW, while the labor participation rate remains relatively standard at 64.7% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Census records reveal that a substantial 32.0% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing is heavily under-represented, employing just 0.2% of the workforce in the suburb of Eleebana compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. This heavily residential enclave offers few local jobs, as highlighted by comparing the count of Census workers against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch analytics of SALM and ABS data pooled from broader statistical districts, the local workforce contracted by 0.5% during the twelve months leading to March 2026, while employment dropped by 1.2%, pushing the unemployment rate up by 0.7 percentage points. Conversely, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 0.9% and the labor force shrink by 0.4%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point increase. National employment forecasts from May-25 issued by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context regarding future demand trends in the suburb of Eleebana. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local industry distribution to project growth patterns. Although nationwide employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of expansion varies widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the employment composition of the suburb of Eleebana suggests local jobs could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted projection for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized demographic changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Eleebana is $2,227 a week (about $116,000 a year), with median personal income at $900 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,002 a year against an average of $73,565. 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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According to the latest postcode-level ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Eleebana had a median income of $55,002 and an average income of $73,565. These figures exceed the national average and compare to $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 stand at approximately $60,678 for the median and $81,157 for the average. 2021 Census data indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Eleebana reside near the 73rd percentile nationally.
Income spread details show that the largest bracket contains 31.4% of residents (2,025 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, matching the broader metropolitan area where this cohort accounts for 29.9%. Economic robustness is demonstrated by the 34.6% of households earning premium weekly incomes above $3,000, which sustains high discretionary spending. Residents retain 88.9% of their income once housing costs are paid, indicating considerable purchasing power, and the neighborhood's SEIFA income rank is in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Eleebana had 2,292 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 2% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 50% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $495 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 22.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.5%. 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 most recent Census, the housing composition in the suburb of Eleebana consisted of 89.5% detached houses and 10.5% other housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other options across Regional NSW. Meanwhile, the level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Eleebana stood at 50.3%, significantly higher than the regional average, with the remaining dwellings holding mortgages (39.7%) or being rented (10.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was far higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent of $495 compared to the regional figure of $330.
Throughout Australia, mortgage obligations in the suburb of Eleebana are notably higher than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents sit well above the nationwide average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Eleebana counted 2,292 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 77% of areas nationally, against 34% couples without children. 18% 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 vast majority of households at 80.5%, consisting of 39.2% couples raising children, 33.9% couples without children, and 6.8% single parents. Non-family households represent the remaining 19.5%, with individuals living alone accounting for 18.0% and group households making up 1.4%. The median household size of 2.7 residents is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.3% of adults in Eleebana hold a university qualification, including 21.9% with a bachelor degree and 7.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 89% of areas nationally. A further 23.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 509 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,104 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 credentials in the suburb of Eleebana are significantly higher than regional averages, with 32.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 23.5% across the surrounding SA3 zone. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 21.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Practical qualifications are also widespread, with 36.0% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational certificates, divided between advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (23.0%).
Enrolment rates are particularly high, with 28.1% of the local population actively participating in formal education. This group comprises 9.6% in primary school, 8.7% in high school, and 4.3% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Eleebana reaches 83 stops on 33 routes, timetabled for about 420 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 transit infrastructure includes 83 active transport stops situated within the suburb of Eleebana, which are serviced by bus connections. These stops accommodate 33 separate routes, providing a total of 424 weekly passenger services. Accessibility rankings are high, with residents living an average of 151 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning most workers commute to outer areas, and private cars remain the dominant transport mode at 96%. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which exceeds regional norms. A high proportion of residents (32.0%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Bus services run an average of 60 times per day across the network, which translates to roughly 5 weekly services per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.1% of residents in Eleebana report no long-term health condition. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.0% 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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The suburb of Eleebana exhibits strong health profiles, according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with both younger and older cohorts displaying a low incidence of typical medical issues. The rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 56% of the population (~3,613 people), compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW. Arthritis and asthma are the most common chronic conditions, affecting 10.1% and 8.3% of the community. In contrast, 65.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Residents under the age of 65 experience better health than average benchmarks.
The local population features 24.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,593 people), which is slightly higher than the 23.4% average across Regional NSW. Health outcomes for these senior residents are favorable, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Eleebana is largely Australian-born, at 86.1% of residents, with 5.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.7%) and Australian (30.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures are below average in the suburb of Eleebana, where 86.1% of the population was born in Australia, 94.8% are citizens, and 94.7% speak only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 55.2% of residents. The most pronounced overrepresentation occurs within Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW. In terms of family ancestry, the three most common backgrounds reported in the suburb of Eleebana are English (31.7%), Australian (30.5%), and Scottish (9.7%). There are also slight variances in other heritage groups, with French ancestry accounting for 0.6% of the suburb of Eleebana (compared to 0.4% regionally), South Australian at 0.6% (compared to 0.2%), and Macedonian at 0.3% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Eleebana is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 19.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 45 years in the suburb of Eleebana is slightly higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and significantly older than the national median of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is overrepresented at 13.3% of the population, whereas 25 - 34 year-olds are underrepresented at 6.0%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 has expanded from 11.4% to 13.4% of the population, while the group aged 65 to 74 has shrunk from 13.4% to 12.1%. Long-term modeling suggests that the age structure will shift considerably by 2041.
The group aged 85+ is expected to grow by 143 people (63%), rising from 225 to 369. Combined cohorts aged 65+ will represent 72% of total population growth, illustrating a clear aging trend. Conversely, contractions are expected within the 35 to 44 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Eleebana
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 2025 about a year ago all 3 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 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 — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,460 at the 2021 Census → 6,452 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 (SAL11396). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.