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The median house price in Forestville (NSW) is $2.58m, with units at $1.65m. House values have moved 2.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Forestville (NSW) has an estimated 8,795 residents, up from 8,659 at the 2021 Census — a change of 136 people, or 1.6%. That puts 1,904 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 the assessment of ABS demographic adjustments for the surrounding region, combined with recent address records validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Forestville (NSW) has a projected population of approximately 8,795 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 136 residents (1.6%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 8,659 individuals. The update is derived from a resident count of 8,755, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 24 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population size corresponds to a density of 1,903 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio across locations nationwide monitored by AreaSearch.
The 1.6% post-census growth rate for the suburb of Forestville (NSW) trails the broader SA3 region (3.7%) by 2.1 percentage points, indicating competitive local development. Net arrivals from abroad served as the primary source of population growth, representing practically the sole contributor to resident gains in recent times. For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 using 2022 as the base period. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Age-specific growth distributions from these datasets are projected forward for all locations spanning 2032 to 2041. Anticipated demographic trends point toward growth in the lower quartile of statistical locations evaluated by AreaSearch, with the suburb of Forestville (NSW) projected to add 320 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 models, translating to a total rise of 3.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
69 new dwellings have been approved in Forestville (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 13 a year. That is 1.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 20, 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approval statistics distributed from regional data, Forestville typically sees approximately 13 residential approvals annually, amounting to a total of 69 residences over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, approvals for 19 dwellings have been registered. An average of 2.2 residents relocated to the area for each completed dwelling during the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to solid demand that is likely to bolster housing values. Newly constructed homes average an estimated cost of $866,000, which indicates that builders are focusing on higher-end products in the premium market sector.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $90,000 were logged this financial year, underscoring the predominantly residential focus of the locality. In comparison to the broader Greater Sydney region, building volume per resident in Forestville is approximately half as active, positioning it in the 43rd percentile of all areas analysed nationwide, which suggests restricted choices for prospective buyers and intensifies demand for pre-existing houses despite a recent rise in building pace. This level of construction is also lower than the national average, highlighting the mature nature of the suburb and suggesting potential regulatory limitations. Recent development is composed of 89.0% standalone houses and 11.0% semi-detached properties or units, preserving the traditional low-density residential profile of the neighborhood which appeals to buyers prioritizing space for families. Representing a mature property market, Forestville averages 379 residents per residential approval. Long-term forecasts indicate that Forestville will gain 280 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. At the current pace of construction, the local housing supply is projected to sufficiently satisfy demand, maintaining positive conditions for purchasers and potentially supporting growth that surpasses current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Forestville (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Forestville (NSW), worth an estimated $194 million. A further 39 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.03 billion. 8 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning policies are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 19 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Forestway Shopping Centre Redevelopment, the Forestville Rsl Club Redevelopment, Angel Place Seniors Living, and the Forest High School Science and Technology Centre, with details on the most significant initiatives listed below.
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Forestway Shopping Centre Redevelopment
A $34 million modernization of the 1966-era Forestway Shopping Centre. Following the completion of Stage 1 internal upgrades and new amenities, the project has progressed to Stage 2. This phase features the demolition of the multi-storey car park to be replaced by at-grade and two-level basement parking (585 spaces), new entry statements, and major facade upgrades. The expansion adds approximately 5,000sqm of retail space, including a new Harris Farm supermarket, a swim school, and an expanded Soul Athletic Club.Recent early 2026 modifications refined operating hours to 7am-10pm and addressed waste collection logistics to support the intensified use.
Belrose Village Green
Belrose Village Green is a new neighbourhood retail centre on Forest Way. The development will deliver a full line supermarket (Coles), specialty shops, medical and allied health services, food and beverage outlets, and a childcare facility. The project features a modern village style design aimed at serving the surrounding Northern Beaches community with upgraded pedestrian access and high-quality amenities.
Angel Place Seniors Living
Angel Place Seniors Living is an over 55s retirement village in Forestville on Sydneys Northern Beaches, developed and operated by Keyton (formerly Lendlease Retirement Living). The village offers independent living units and serviced apartments with shared community facilities and support services for residents.
Forestville Rsl Club Redevelopment
The redevelopment includes a new club, basement parking, and 39 independent living units on a 9014sqm site.
Northern Beaches Hospital
A $2 billion public-private partnership hospital project providing 488 beds, 14 operating theatres, and 50 emergency department spaces, offering acute and complex care, maternity, and mental health services. Completed in 2018, the NSW Government has announced the facility will return to full public ownership by mid-2026. A new High Volume Planned Surgery Centre is also set to open at the site by July 2026 to perform 5,000 additional surgeries annually.
Forest High School Science and Technology Centre
Modern educational facility featuring state-of-the-art science laboratories, technology workshops, and collaborative learning spaces for secondary students.
Forestville Reserve Community Centre
Multi-purpose community facility providing meeting spaces, recreational programs, and local services for Forestville residents and surrounding areas.
Melwood Gardens
Boutique development of 24 luxury three and four bedroom townhouses in the heart of Forestville on Sydneys Northern Beaches, completed in 2023 by builder developer Pimas Gale.
4,493 residents of Forestville (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 4,627. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 65.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,215, about 82% 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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Forestville has a highly qualified labor force with a strong concentration of professionals, an unemployment rate sitting at 2.9%, and an estimated employment expansion of 0.8% over the prior year, according to regional statistics aggregated by AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,493, while the jobless rate was 1.2% lower than the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, and the labor participation rate reached 65.2%, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 69.1%. Census data indicates that a substantial 54.3% of residents performed their jobs from home, although this figure was likely influenced by pandemic containment measures.
The primary employment fields for local residents are professional & technical services, healthcare & social assistance, and education & training. The neighborhood shows a highly concentrated share of professional & technical service workers, registering at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing roles are underrepresented, accounting for only 2.7% of local workers compared to 5.3% across Greater Sydney. The highly residential character of the neighborhood means local employment options are relatively scarce, as shown by the comparison of local workers to the resident workforce. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled by AreaSearch for broader regions shows that for the year ending March 2026, total employment rose by 0.8% and the labor force expanded by 1.5%, causing the local unemployment rate to tick up by 0.7 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Sydney recorded a job increase of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor reduction in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide additional context for future demand in Forestville. These five and ten-year projections have been integrated with the local industry profile to estimate employment trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Applying these sector-specific outlooks to the local industry distribution suggests that Forestville's working population should grow by 7.2% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, representing a simple weighted model for demonstration purposes that does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Forestville (NSW) is $2,507 a week (about $130,000 a year), with median personal income at $936 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,481 a year against an average of $98,558. The average runs 69% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Taxpayer statistics for postcode areas compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show that Forestville has a median taxpayer income of $58,481 and an average income of $98,558. This places the area in the highest bracket nationwide, compared to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates as of March 2026 stand at roughly $64,516 for the median and $108,729 for the average. In the 2021 Census, weekly household earnings were exceptionally high, ranking in the 90th percentile at $2,507.
The largest earnings group comprises 32.1% of residents (2,823 people) who make $4000+ weekly, differing from the wider metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common at 30.9%. The suburb exhibits notable wealth, with 43.4% of households earning in excess of $3,000 weekly, which helps sustain high-end retail and commercial services. Local households allocate 16.8% of their earnings to cover high housing costs, yet robust incomes ensure that disposable funds remain in the 89th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Forestville (NSW) had 2,898 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 7% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $650 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,250 a month, a total housing cost higher than 94% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 25.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Forestville consisted of 80.4% detached houses and 19.6% other housing types, such as townhouses, units, or alternative dwellings, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Forestville reached 41.2%, which is significantly higher than the metropolitan Sydney average, with the remaining residences being held under mortgages (38.3%) or rented (20.5%). The median monthly home loan payment in the suburb was $3,250, well above the metropolitan Sydney average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $650, compared to the metropolitan average of $470.
On a national level, mortgage costs in Forestville are considerably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are notably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Forestville (NSW) counted 2,898 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 91% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of households at 78.1%, consisting of couples with children at 46.2%, couples without children at 21.4%, and single-parent households at 9.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.9%, with single-person households at 21.0% and group housing making up 1.1%. The median household size stands at 2.9 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
43.2% of adults in Forestville (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 28.6% with a bachelor degree and 11.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 14.6% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 941 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,136 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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Residents in Forestville display academic qualification levels that significantly exceed broader averages, with 43.2% of individuals aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% across the country and 32.2% throughout NSW. This high level of education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive industries. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 28.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 11.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.6%. Vocational and technical credentials are also well represented, with 25.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 14.6%. A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 33.4% of residents currently enrolled in an educational institution.
This group includes 11.7% in primary school, 11.1% in high school, and 5.6% attending higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Forestville (NSW) reaches 41 stops on 53 routes, timetabled for about 3,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 300 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local transit network shows 41 active public transport stops operating in Forestville, which are serviced by a variety of buses. These stops accommodate 53 distinct routes, providing a combined total of 3,802 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is rated highly, with residents living an average of 298 meters from their nearest stop. Because the neighborhood is primarily residential, the majority of workers commute to outer areas, and private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 85%, while buses carry 7% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.4 cars per home, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, representing 54.3%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic restrictions. Transit services average 543 daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 92 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.2% of residents in Forestville (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 78% of areas nationally. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 65.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 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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Evaluation of health indicators reveals positive outcomes throughout Forestville, according to AreaSearch analyses of mortality and long-term health issues, with both youth and older age brackets showing a low incidence of widespread medical conditions. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 66% of the population (5,785 people) holding policies, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma represent the most frequent medical conditions among local residents, affecting 7.1 and 6.2% of the population, respectively, while 73.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.5% of the local population (1,715 people), which exceeds the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. Senior residents show particularly strong health profiles, with national rankings that align closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.2% of Forestville (NSW) residents were born overseas and 25.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.4%) and Australian (21.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Forestville demonstrates higher cultural diversity than most comparable suburban areas, with 33.2% of the population born outside Australia and 25.4% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 54.1% of the community. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.8% of the local population, matching the 0.8% share across Greater Sydney. Regarding family heritage based on parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Forestville are English at 25.4% of the population, which is notably higher than the regional average of 19.0%, Australian at 21.8%, and Other at 13.6%.
There are also distinct variations in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds, with French ancestry overrepresented at 1.9% of the population compared to 0.5% regionally, Serbian at 0.6% compared to 0.5%, and Croatian at 1.0% compared to 0.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Forestville (NSW) is 43. 22.0% 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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The median age of 43 years in Forestville is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The local age distribution features a prominent share of children aged 5 - 14 years (15.1%), while young adults in the 25 - 34 age bracket make up a smaller proportion (6.1%) than in Greater Sydney. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 has expanded from 12.2% to 15.9% of the population, whereas the group aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 4.9% to 3.9%. Looking toward 2041, demographic projections indicate notable changes in the age structure of the suburb of Forestville (NSW).
The cohort aged 65 to 74 is expected to grow steadily, rising by 280 individuals (40%) from 694 to 975. Crucially, the combined cohorts aged 65 and over will account for 92% of the total population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the community. In contrast, the cohorts aged 45 to 54 and 15 to 24 are projected to experience population decreases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Forestville (NSW)
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 | Dec 2025 8 months ago all 6 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 Dec 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 — 24 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,659 at the 2021 Census → 8,795 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 (SAL11551). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.