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The median house price in Figtree is $1.22m, with units at $785k. House values have moved 3.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Figtree has an estimated 13,131 residents, up from 12,335 at the 2021 Census — a change of 796 people, or 6.5%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 89.0% of that increase. That puts 1,538 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 ABS population releases for the wider region and address checks conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, Figtree's population is estimated at around 13,131 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 796 people (6.5%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 12,335 people. The adjustment is calculated from a resident population of 13,128, which AreaSearch determined after studying the ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and tracking 42 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size results in a density of 1,537 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average across national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The 6.5% growth rate for Figtree since the 2021 census was higher than the SA3 area (4.7%) and the Rest of NSW, making it a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 89.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 areas where this data is unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are used instead. The age group growth rates derived from these figures are also applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future projections, a substantial population rise within the top quartile of Australia's non-metropolitan locations is predicted, with the area projected to grow by 3,708 persons to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level forecasts, representing an overall increase of 28.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
188 new dwellings have been approved in Figtree over the past five years, an average of 37 a year. That places the area in the 62nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 36 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 50% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 48, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals mapped from statistical area data, Figtree averaged about 37 new dwelling approvals annually, totaling an estimated 188 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 44 approvals have been logged. With an average of 3.7 people moving to the area for every finished home over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand is outstripping supply, which typically drives up prices and intensifies buyer rivalry, while new properties carry an average construction value of $571,000, indicating developers are aiming at the premium market segment with higher-tier properties.
Furthermore, $8.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, highlighting the area's mainly residential character. Relative to Rest of NSW, building activity per person in Figtree is roughly half, placing it in the 43rd percentile of areas evaluated nationwide, which limits options for buyers and sustains demand for existing properties. This is also below the national average, reflecting the maturity of the market and pointing to potential planning restrictions. Recent builds consist of 50.0% detached houses and 50.0% attached dwellings. This shift toward denser housing options offers accessible paths to entry and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This is a clear departure from the existing housing stock (currently 82.0% houses), indicating a decline in developable land and reflecting changing lifestyles alongside a demand for more diverse, affordable housing. With approximately 384 people per dwelling approval, Figtree exhibits a developed market profile. Future forecasts suggest Figtree will add 3,705 residents by 2041 (per the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch). At current construction rates, the supply of housing may struggle to keep pace with population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and support price growth.
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 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Figtree, worth an estimated $106 million. A further 53 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $48.5 billion. 15 are already under construction and 37 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Developments in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning schemes have a significant impact on local performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that are likely to influence the area. Key initiatives include Adria Village Figtree, The Avenue Debris Control Structure, The Range at Redgum Ridge, and the Figtree Oval Recreation Master Plan, with the list below detailing the most relevant ones.
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Adria Village Figtree
Approved seniors living precinct for the Croatian community in Figtree, adjoining Mary Queen of Croats Church and community hall. The development comprises a residential aged care facility, independent living units, basement and at-grade parking, community uses, landscaping and a village square. The NSW Land and Environment Court upheld the appeal and granted development consent for amended DA-2022/136 on 2 May 2025 after design changes including reduced height, reduced floor space and unit numbers, and stormwater culvert works.
The Range at Redgum Ridge
The Range is the final land release within Redgum Ridge in Figtree, offering large rural residential blocks in a bushland setting close to Wollongong. The estate is now selling, with lots advertised from about 1,097 sqm to 2,935 sqm and prices indicated between about AUD 1.25 million and AUD 1.85 million. Current sales material shows remaining blocks including Block 110, Block 202 and Blocks 601 to 604.
Figtree Oval Recreation Master Plan
Wollongong City Council has developed a Recreation Master Plan for Figtree Oval to establish the site as a community recreational hub. The plan encompasses upgrades to two playing fields (cricket and AFL), multipurpose courts for netball, basketball and soccer, replacement of the children's playground with all-abilities equipment, passive recreation areas, new pedestrian connections to Westfield and along Allan's Creek, additional car parking, and improved dog off-leash areas. Implementation is staged over a 10-year period subject to budget allocation.New amenities construction at Figtree Oval is confirmed within Council's Draft Delivery Program 2025-2029, with flood mitigation elements for Allan's Creek and Byarong Creek catchments subject to a separate flood study prior to finalisation.
The Avenue Debris Control Structure
Construction of a reinforced concrete debris control structure with steel bollards and an access ramp in Byarong Creek, immediately upstream of The Avenue. This infrastructure is a key recommendation of the Allans Creek Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan, designed to intercept natural and urban debris before it enters culverts. By preventing blockages during severe weather events, the project significantly reduces flood risks for adjacent properties and infrastructure near Figtree Bowling Club.
Western Suburbs Preschool Kitchen Upgrade
Kitchen upgrade and associated works at Western Suburbs Community Preschool in Cordeaux Heights. The project involves renovation of kitchen facilities to support the preschool's early education services for children aged 0-5 years. The center is operated by Big Fat Smile and serves 52 children with long day care services.
Alukea Road Major Culvert
Construction or upgrade of a major culvert on Alukea Road for enhanced stormwater management and flood prevention in Cordeaux Heights. This local infrastructure project aims to improve drainage capacity and reduce flood risk in the residential area through upgraded stormwater infrastructure.
Wollongong to Coniston Rail Infrastructure Upgrade
Part of the Rail Service Improvement Program, this project involves upgrading the rail corridor between Wollongong and Coniston. Works include replacing electrical cables and overhead wiring at the Coniston substation, installing new signalling equipment, and completing civil and structural activities to support the new Mariyung fleet. These upgrades facilitate more frequent services on the South Coast Line, targeting 15-minute peak and 30-minute off-peak intervals between Wollongong and Sydney CBD.
Wollongong Private Hospital Expansion
A 12-storey western wing expansion of Wollongong Private Hospital, comprising a new 24-hour emergency department, radiation oncology (Basement Level 6), expanded operating theatres, ICU support, additional inpatient beds, a medi-hotel for recovering patients, and a new vehicular access from Urunga Parade. The proposal also includes an Indigenous birthing centre and walk-in health centre operated by the Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service (IAMS) within retained heritage buildings at 366 and 368 Crown Street. Five existing Urunga Parade dwellings will be demolished.The project is a State Significant Development (SSD-84096206) currently on public exhibition through the NSW Planning Portal.
7,061 residents of Figtree are employed, from a labour force of 7,276. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 67.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,023, about 84% 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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Figtree has a well-educated labor force, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 3.0%, and an estimated 3.5% growth in employment over the past year, according to AreaSearch's compilation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 7,061 residents employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.1% below the Regional NSW rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation significantly higher than the standard (67.0% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census responses show that a high 33.5% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The area shows a particularly strong concentration in education & training, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has a minimal footprint with 0.1% employment compared to 5.3% regionally. The area is predominantly residential and appears to offer few local employment opportunities, as shown by the comparison of the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS data aggregated from wider statistical areas, during the year ending March 2026, employment grew by 3.5% and the labor force expanded by 3.6%, which kept the unemployment rate relatively steady. This differs from Regional NSW, where employment shrank by 0.9%, the labor force dropped by 0.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer additional perspective on future demand in Figtree. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, were applied to the local employment profile to estimate future growth patterns. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry-specific projections to Figtree's employment mix suggests local employment will rise by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Figtree is $2,042 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $815 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,373 a year against an average of $77,715. 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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AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that income in the suburb of Figtree is very high nationally, with the median assessed at $58,373 and the average income at $77,715. This compares to Regional NSW's median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $64,397 (median) and $85,735 (average) as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household income is in the 68th percentile ($2,042 weekly), while personal income is in the 52nd percentile.
Income brackets show the largest segment comprises 29.3% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,847 residents), which aligns with the broader area where this group represents 29.9%. The high proportion of top earners (30.7% above $3,000/week) indicates strong financial capacity across the locality. Housing costs represent 14.0% of income, while strong earnings place residents in the 72nd percentile for disposable income, and the area's SEIFA income ranking is in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Figtree had 4,290 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 4% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,229 a month. Rent absorbs 21.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The structure of dwellings in Figtree, as recorded in the latest Census, consisted of 82.5% houses and 17.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership in Figtree was higher than in Regional NSW at 41.7%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (40.5%) or rented (17.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was well above the Regional NSW average at $2,229, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $430, compared to Regional NSW's figures of $1,733 and $330.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Figtree are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Figtree counted 4,290 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,567 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 81% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority at 77.2% of all households, consisting of 41.0% couples with children, 25.4% couples without children, and 10.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.8%, with single person households representing 20.1% and group households comprising 2.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 people is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.7% of adults in Figtree hold a university qualification, including 19.9% with a bachelor degree and 7.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,538 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,048 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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The educational profile of the area is distinct regionally, with university qualification rates (30.7% of residents aged 15+) higher than the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and the SA4 region average of 25.2%, showing the community's focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Trade and technical skills are also prominent, with 36.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications – advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (24.4%). Participation in education is high, with 31.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal studies.
This comprises 9.9% in primary school, 9.0% in secondary school, and 5.7% enrolled in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Figtree reaches 74 stops on 45 routes, timetabled for about 1,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 analysis shows 74 active transport stops operating within Figtree, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are serviced by 45 different routes, which together offer 1,563 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as outstanding, with residents typically living 185 meters from the closest transport stop. Being a primarily residential suburb, most residents travel out for work, with cars remaining the dominant mode of transport at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per household, which is above the regional average. A high 33.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 patterns).
Service frequency averages 223 trips per day across all routes, which equals approximately 21 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.0% of residents in Figtree report no long-term health condition. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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Figtree displays above-average health outcomes, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with both youth and senior groups showing low rates of common health conditions, and private health insurance coverage is very high at approximately 58% of the population (~7,566 people). This compares to 51.9% across Regional NSW. The most common medical conditions in the area were arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.3 and 7.6% of residents, respectively, while 70.0% reported no medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The under-65 demographic shows better than average health outcomes.
Seniors aged 65 and over make up 17.7% of the population (2,324 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes for these seniors are above average, with national rankings generally matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Figtree is largely Australian-born, at 77.8% of residents, with 19.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (24.5%) and English (24.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Figtree displays above-average cultural diversity, with 22.2% of its population born overseas and 19.9% speaking a non-English language at home. The predominant religion in Figtree is Christianity, representing 58.7% of residents. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding ancestry (the birth country of parents), the top three groups in Figtree are Australian at 24.5% of the population, which is lower than the regional average of 30.0%, English at 24.0% of the population, which is lower than the regional average of 30.5%, and Other at 7.7% of the population. There are also clear differences in the representation of other ethnic groups: Macedonian is overrepresented at 3.7% of Figtree (compared to 0.4% regionally), Serbian is at 1.4% (compared to 0.2%) and Welsh is at 1.0% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Figtree is 40. 28.1% 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 40 years in Figtree is slightly below the Regional NSW average of 43, but slightly above the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Regional NSW average, the 15 - 24 age group is over-represented (15.0% locally), while the 65 - 74 group is under-represented (9.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has increased from 10.2% to 13.1% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort expanded from 13.4% to 15.0%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.8% to 12.1%.
Population forecasts for 2041 point to major demographic shifts in Figtree. The 25 to 34 age group is expected to grow significantly, increasing by 969 people (56%) from 1,720 to 2,690. The 55 to 64 group shows more modest growth of 9%, adding 138 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Figtree
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Apr 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 42 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,335 at the 2021 Census → 13,131 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 (SAL11518). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.