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The median house price in Fairy Meadow is $1.37m, with units at $618k. House values have moved 4.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Fairy Meadow has an estimated 7,890 residents, up from 7,512 at the 2021 Census — a change of 378 people, or 5.0%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 87.0% of that increase. That puts 2,307 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of regional ABS updates alongside post-Census validated address counts, the suburb of Fairy Meadow has a population of approximately 7,890 as of Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 378 people (5.0%) from the 7,512 people recorded during the 2021 Census. Such growth is deduced from an estimated resident total of 7,870 derived from the ABS ERP data release (June 2025), coupled with 96 validated new addresses identified following the Census. Local population density stands at 2,307 persons per square kilometer, outpacing the national average benchmarked across AreaSearch study areas.
Furthermore, the 5.0% pace of expansion recorded in the suburb of Fairy Meadow since the 2021 census outstripped the broader SA3 area (4.8%), positioning it at the forefront of regional growth. This expansion was predominantly fueled by overseas arrivals, who accounted for roughly 87.0% of recent population additions. For local forecasts, AreaSearch adopts the ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections published in 2024 (referencing 2022 as the base year), defaulting to NSW State Government SA2 modeling from 2022 (with 2021 as the base year) wherever gaps exist. Age-specific growth trajectories from these datasets are applied across all locations for the period covering 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Fairy Meadow is slated to outpace the median non-capital benchmark, with aggregated SA2 figures pointing to an increase of 1,524 persons to 2041, representing a cumulative rise of 19.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
127 new dwellings have been approved in Fairy Meadow over the past five years, an average of 25 a year. That is 4.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 33 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 39% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 37, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals across statistical geographies indicates that the suburb of Fairy Meadow registers roughly 25 residential approvals annually. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), an estimated 127 residential dwellings received approval, alongside 37 so far in FY-25. Across the 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), an average of 1.1 people arrived per newly constructed dwelling, reflecting a well-aligned balance between supply and demand that fosters market stability. Concurrently, approved dwellings average an expected construction cost of $670,000, underscoring an emphasis by developers on high-end, premium builds.
On the commercial front, $12.9 million in building approvals have been logged this financial year, pointing to steady non-residential development. Relative to Rest of NSW, local construction volume per capita in the suburb of Fairy Meadow tracks at roughly 67%, ranking in the 59th percentile among nationally monitored locations. Recent residential building activity is split between detached houses at 39.0% and medium-to-high density formats (townhouses or apartments) at 61.0%. This emphasis on higher-density construction offers more accessible price brackets suited for downsizers, first-time purchasers, and investors. It also represents a distinct shift from current residential stock (currently 57.0% houses), driven by tightening land supplies and shifting lifestyle requirements. Recording around 232 people per dwelling approval, the locality retains low-density urban planning attributes. Projecting forward from AreaSearch's latest quarterly calculations, the suburb of Fairy Meadow is anticipated to add 1,504 residents through to 2041. Should current construction volumes persist, housing supply could lag population growth, which may heighten buyer competition and reinforce upward pressure on construction values and property pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Fairy Meadow
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AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Fairy Meadow, worth an estimated $13 million. A further 59 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $49.3 billion. 16 are already under construction and 36 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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Civil works and planning undertakings significantly shape local growth. AreaSearch has pinpointed 11 key infrastructure initiatives influencing the district, notably the Mount Ousley Interchange, Elements at IRT Towradgi Beach, 68-74 Princes Highway Mixed-Use Development, and the Fairy Meadow Ambulance Station.
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68-74 Princes Highway Mixed-Use Development
Demolition of existing commercial structures and construction of a four-storey mixed-use shop top housing development at the corner of Princes Highway and Daisy Street, Fairy Meadow. The development comprises 36 residential apartments (13 one-bedroom and 23 two-bedroom units, with a condition to convert at least three units to three-bedroom) and three commercial tenancies on the ground floor. The 2,623 square metre L-shaped site includes basement and ground floor parking, communal open space, landscaping, and stormwater works.The development was approved by the Wollongong Local Planning Panel on 27 August 2024 with conditions including a developer contribution of $133,600, dilapidation reports for adjoining buildings, and amendments to incorporate three-bedroom dwellings.
Mount Ousley Interchange
Joint Australian and NSW Government project to replace the existing at-grade M1 Princes Motorway and Mount Ousley Road intersection with a safer grade-separated interchange at the gateway to Wollongong. Works include a heavy vehicle bypass lane, separate southbound off-ramps for light and heavy vehicles, two heavy vehicle safety ramps, bridge structures, signalised intersections, a commuter car park, active transport links, University of Wollongong access improvements and noise walls. Major construction is underway by Fulton Hogan.In April 2026 the first heavy vehicle safety ramp opened to traffic and bridge girder installation was progressing, with completion on track for 2028.
Elements at IRT Towradgi Beach
A major redevelopment of the IRT Towradgi Retirement Village site. While a 2025 proposal for an 87-unit seniors living community (Elements at IRT Towradgi Beach) was not approved by the Wollongong Local Planning Panel in April 2026 due to site constraints including flooding, IRT Group is currently exploring alternative development pathways to deliver diverse and accessible housing on the land.
Sylvan Ridge
Sylvan Ridge is a 22-lot residential land estate at the foot of the Illawarra Escarpment in Balgownie. Developed and built by Realta, the estate offers lots from 595m2 to 7734m2 for custom homes in a private natural setting, with internal roads, drainage, floodway works and retaining walls progressing. Realta states the project is under construction and on track for completion in Q2 2026.
Wollongong Hospital Redevelopment - Equipment Upgrades
The NSW Government invested $21.9 million to upgrade Wollongong Hospital, delivering a new MRI machine and CT scanner housed in a new medical imaging suite within the hospital atrium, closer to the Emergency Department for faster diagnostics. A relocated and expanded Medical Ambulatory Care (MAC) Unit and enlarged Transit Lounge are also now open, improving outpatient flow. Construction of the medical imaging department is now complete. Project manager was Johnstaff, architects were Shersons Architecture (MAC) and Gran Associates (Medical Imaging), with Taylor Construction as builder.A separate $220 million investment for the future expansion of Wollongong Hospital and the Wollongong Health Precinct has been committed by the NSW Government, with early planning and site investigation underway.
Corrimal Transport Oriented Development Area
The Corrimal Transport Oriented Development (TOD) program enables high-density residential growth within 400m of the station. The flagship project, 'The Works Corrimal' (formerly Corrimal Coke Works), is a masterplanned precinct delivering roughly 850 dwellings and 9ha of parkland. As of 2026, construction is progressing on Stage 1 (179 apartments), while Stage 2A is undergoing assessment for built form variations. The development integrates heritage preservation of historic chimneys and coke ovens with modern apartments and a retail plaza.
Flinders Street Apartments
A mixed-use shop-top housing development by Level 33. Originally approved for 201 units following a 2023 Land and Environment Court ruling, the project underwent a significant modification in early 2026 to add 2-3 additional levels. The revised plan delivers approximately 249 apartments across two buildings, featuring ground-floor commercial tenancies, communal green spaces, and 230 basement parking spots.
COAST Wollongong
COAST Wollongong is a boutique luxury residential development comprising 12 high-end apartments across nine levels. The project includes three Skyhomes and a double-storey penthouse featuring a private pool. Residences are designed with premium finishes and equipped with Miele and Sub Zero/Wolf appliances, offering panoramic views of the ocean and the Illawarra escarpment. Construction commenced in late 2025 with an estimated completion in late 2027.
4,119 residents of Fairy Meadow are employed, from a labour force of 4,367. Unemployment sits at 5.7%, with participation at 64.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,992, about 89% 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 labour market in the suburb of Fairy Meadow features an educated workforce with notable representation in essential public services, showing an unemployment rate of 5.7% and a 3.0% increase in job numbers over the preceding twelve months according to AreaSearch aggregated data. As of March 2026, employed residents total 4,119. The local jobless rate sits 1.6% higher than Regional NSW's 4.1%, while workforce participation is 64.1% against 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census records also indicate that 29.8% of workers operated from home, though this figure reflects prevailing Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment fields for resident workers consist of health care & social assistance, education & training, alongside retail trade. Finance & insurance represents a key local specialization, where the concentration of workers is 2.0 times the broader regional benchmark. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.3% of the resident workforce compared to 5.3% regionally. Given the contrast between resident workers and local operational positions recorded at the Census, the suburb functions primarily as a dormitory community with limited commercial employment within its boundaries. Synthesizing ABS and SALM metrics, the local job market expanded by 3.0% while the labour pool grew by 3.2% over the 12-month period, leading to a 0.2 percentage point uptick in the jobless rate. Conversely, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 0.9% and its workforce contract by 0.4%, generating a 0.5 percentage point rise. Broader hiring prospects can be assessed via Jobs and Skills Australia projections from Mar-26. Across the country, job growth is modeled at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry variations exist. When calibrated against Fairy Meadow's specific sector distribution, local employment is projected to expand by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting that excludes micro-level population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Fairy Meadow is $1,407 a week (about $73,000 a year), with median personal income at $674 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,852 a year against an average of $65,661. 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 AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode-level ATO returns for financial year 2023, the suburb of Fairy Meadow recorded a median taxpayer income of $48,852 alongside an average taxpayer income of $65,661. These earnings sit below nationwide norms, whereas Regional NSW posted a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Factoring in Wage Price Index movement of 10.32% since financial year 2023, local income levels are estimated at approximately $53,894 (median) and $72,437 (average) as of March 2026. Across household, family, and individual brackets at the 2021 Census, local earnings sat between the 23rd and 29th percentiles.
The primary earning cohort comprises 29.0% of individuals making between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (2,288 residents), consistent with Regional NSW's 29.9%. Disposable income after housing costs is restricted at 80.3% of income remaining (placing in the 24th percentile), while the area's SEIFA income score falls within the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Fairy Meadow had 2,995 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 57% detached houses and 22% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 27.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 35.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census data indicates that residential properties in the suburb of Fairy Meadow consist of 57.4% houses and 42.6% other dwellings such as townhouses, units, and apartments, contrasting with Regional NSW where houses comprise 82.6% and other dwellings 17.4%. Outright home ownership stands lower than the broader region at 35.4%, while 22.5% of homes carry a mortgage and 42.1% are occupied by tenants. Monthly mortgage payments average a median of $2,167 compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW and $1,863 nationally. Weekly rental costs show a median of $390, surpassing Regional NSW's $330 as well as the Australian benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Fairy Meadow counted 2,995 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,146 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 61.1%, consisting of 23.8% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 12.7% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 38.9%, divided into lone person households at 30.9% and group households at 7.9%. Average household occupancy aligns with the Regional NSW norm at a median of 2.4 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.1% of adults in Fairy Meadow hold a university qualification, including 17.7% with a bachelor degree and 8.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.5% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,010 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,040 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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Educational attainment in the area is pronounced, with 28.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university credentials, outpacing the Rest of NSW benchmark of 21.3%. By specific qualifications, bachelor degrees account for 17.7%, postgraduate awards represent 8.3%, and graduate diplomas make up 2.1%. Technical and vocational training is also well represented, with 36.1% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including 10.6% holding advanced diplomas and 25.5% holding certificates. Formal study participation is substantial, with 31.9% of the local population engaged in an educational course. Specifically, tertiary education accounts for 10.6% of residents, primary education accounts for 8.1%, and 6.3% are attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Fairy Meadow reaches 68 stops on 42 routes, timetabled for about 2,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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Commuters in the suburb of Fairy Meadow are served by 68 active transport stops across rail and bus networks. These stops are integrated across 42 individual routes that deliver 2,809 weekly passenger trips. Public transit access is strong, with an average distance of 160 meters to the nearest stop. Given the area's residential profile, most travel is outward bound: 86% of commuters travel by car, 4% walk, and household vehicle rates stand below the regional mark at 1.1 per dwelling. Working from home was recorded at 29.8% during the 2021 Census, subject to pandemic conditions.
Across all transit lines, operations average 401 trips per day, translating to roughly 41 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.2% of residents in Fairy Meadow report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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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AreaSearch health metrics regarding mortality and chronic illnesses indicate notable wellness considerations in Fairy Meadow, with elevated condition prevalence across both younger and older demographics. Meanwhile, private health insurance coverage marginally surpasses the typical SA2 rate, encompassing approximately 53% of the total population (~4,174 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent ailments locally, affecting 9.3 and 9.2% of residents, respectively, while 66.2% reported being free of any long-term medical conditions compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age cohorts display above-average rates of chronic conditions. Residents aged 65 and over total 1,491 people (18.9% of the community), sitting below Regional NSW's 23.3%.
Overall health rankings for senior residents track closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.3% of Fairy Meadow residents were born overseas and 23.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.7%) and Australian (23.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Fairy Meadow exceeds the vast majority of comparative markets, with 27.3% of the population born overseas and 23.4% using a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the largest faith group at 51.9% of residents. Islam shows a notable relative concentration, representing 5.1% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW. Regarding ancestral background, English ancestry is claimed by 23.7% of residents (below the regional benchmark of 30.5%), Australian ancestry accounts for 23.3% (versus 30.0% regionally), and Other lineages comprise 10.6% (compared to 4.8% across Regional NSW).
Divergences are also evident among specific communities: Italian background accounts for 7.2% (vs 2.1% regionally), while Macedonian stands at 1.0% (vs 0.4%) and Serbian accounts for 1.0% (vs 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Fairy Meadow is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 35.0% 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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Demographics in the suburb of Fairy Meadow lean heavily toward young independent adults. August 2026 figures show that 29.2% of residents fall into the young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) bracket, compared to 23.5% regionally, while retirees and seniors (65+) make up 18.9% versus 23.3% across Regional NSW. The estimated median age is 37, down from 38 at the 2021 Census and 6 years younger than the Regional NSW mark of 43 from that same Census. Since the Census, the share of young to middle aged adults rose from 26.4% to an estimated 29.2%.
Looking ahead to 2041, this same cohort is projected to add 849 residents (37%), reaching 3,153.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Fairy Meadow
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Apr 2026 5 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Apr 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 96 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (7,512 at the 2021 Census → 7,890 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 Aug 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 (SAL11487). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.