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The median house price in Gillieston Heights is $835k, with units at $720k. House values have moved 5.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Gillieston Heights has an estimated 5,818 residents, up from 4,796 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,022 people, or 21.3%. Growth has averaged 4.9% a year over five years, faster than 91% of areas nationally. 452 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 79.0% of that increase. That puts 493 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 updates for the wider region and new address datasets verified by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Gillieston Heights has an estimated resident count of 5,818 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,022 people (21.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered a population of 4,796 people. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 5,718, which was determined by AreaSearch using the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) alongside 452 validated new addresses identified since the Census date.
Such a population size results in a density ratio of 493 persons per square kilometer, which offers plenty of space per resident and capacity for additional urban expansion. The 21.3% growth rate recorded in the suburb of Gillieston Heights since the 2021 census outstripped the Rest of NSW (4.9%) and the state overall, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population expansion in the area was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 79.0% of all population increases in recent times, though all demographic components including natural growth and overseas migration registered positive trends. AreaSearch implements the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this information, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline year are applied. Age bracket growth rates derived from these sources are also used for all locations between the years 2032 and 2041. Future demographic projections indicate that the suburb of Gillieston Heights is set to experience exceptional growth, placing it within the top 10 percent of Australia's regional locations, with an expected increase of 4,537 persons by 2041 based on combined SA2-level projections, which represents an overall rise of 76.3% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
574 new dwellings have been approved in Gillieston Heights over the past five years, an average of 114 a year. That places the area in the 92nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 20 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 109 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 50% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 217, 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 evaluations of building approvals from the ABS, mapped from statistical area statistics, show that Gillieston Heights averages approximately 114 dwellings receiving development approval annually. This includes an estimated 574 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 199 so far in FY-26. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), there was an average of 2.1 new residents per year for each dwelling, indicating healthy demand that underpins property values, with new homes constructed at an average cost of $321,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $50.7 million have been documented during this financial year, pointing to high volumes of local commercial development.
Gillieston Heights exhibits 86.0% more construction activity (per person) than the Rest of NSW, which should yield plenty of options for prospective buyers. This level of activity sits significantly above the national average, pointing to strong developer interest in the locality. Recent building approvals consist of 50.0% standalone homes and 50.0% medium and high-density housing. This movement toward denser options provides accessible entry points and holds appeal for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major shift from the current housing stock (which is currently 86.0% houses), reflecting a decline in available development sites while catering to changing lifestyle choices and affordability needs. The area has approximately 38 people per dwelling approval, showing a growing market. Demographic projections indicate that Gillieston Heights will add 4,437 residents by 2041 (calculated from the latest quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Home building is keeping pace with projected population increases, though buyers could face increased competition as the population expands.
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 one current infrastructure or development project inside Gillieston Heights, worth an estimated $120 million. A further 31 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.4 billion. 10 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, environmental & disaster management 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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Few factors shape local real estate trends as much as updates to regional infrastructure, major works, and planning schemes. In total, AreaSearch has identified 3 projects that are likely to influence the local area. Principal developments include Ravensfield Estate Farley, The Loxford Estate, Maitland Local Housing Strategy 2041, and The Ridge Estate Farley, with the following index highlighting those of greatest significance.
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Ravensfield Estate Farley
Ravensfield Estate is a 351-lot masterplanned residential development in Farley, located 7.5 kilometres from the Maitland CBD. Offering house and land packages with scenic views over Wentworth Wetlands, the community includes new playing fields, a sportsground, and easy access to Rutherford Shopping Centre and Hunter Valley amenities.
The Loxford Estate
A large-scale residential development featuring 354 approved homesites across 2000 hectares, with 800 hectares designated as environmental conservation land. Award-winning Hunter-based property developers McCloy Group and Stevens Group are delivering this masterplanned community where contemporary living meets wholesome family lifestyle, featuring vibrant public art, playgrounds, and mature street trees.
Wallis Meadows Estate
A 37-lot residential land subdivision in East Maitland offering large elevated homesites from 800 to 1,397sqm with views over the Wallis Creek floodplains and Broken Back Ranges. The estate is now largely sold out, with only three lots remaining available (Lots 6, 31 and 32). Multiple builders including Stroud Homes and Montgomery Homes offer house and land packages on the estate, and civil infrastructure including roads, utilities and green space has been completed.
Maitland Local Housing Strategy 2041
The Maitland Local Housing Strategy 2041 is a comprehensive framework adopted by Council and endorsed by the NSW Government to manage residential growth for a projected population increase of 54,800 residents. It delivers approximately 25,200 additional dwellings while prioritizing housing diversity, infill development, and the 15-minute neighbourhood concept. Implementation milestones include the Residential Density Guide and the East Maitland Catalyst Area Structure Plan.
Avery's Rise
Avery's Rise is an approximately 750-lot masterplanned residential estate at Heddon Greta in the Hunter region. The development continues to release new stages of serviced residential land and house-and-land packages. Recent Stage 5C and Stage 10 releases, together with ongoing home construction, indicate the estate remains under active development with supporting community infrastructure including the new Averys Rise Park.
East Maitland Aquatic Centre Repair Works
Essential repair and maintenance works to the East Maitland Aquatic Centre including pool resurfacing, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements to ensure continued operation and safety standards.
Bloomfield Colliery Continuation Project
Modification 5 to extend open-cut coal mining operations at Bloomfield Colliery, an existing mine 20km northwest of Newcastle in the Hunter Valley, until 31 December 2035. The project will extend mining into the Creek Cut and Workshop Cut areas within Mine Lease 1738, extracting an additional 5.8 million tonnes of run-of-mine thermal coal at a reduced rate of 0.9 million tonnes per annum, with no increase in equipment or infrastructure. Mining at the site has continued since 1937 and the mine currently employs approximately 93 full-time equivalent personnel.The Environmental Impact Statement was exhibited from 22 April to 20 May 2025 and the project requires both NSW state approval and Commonwealth approval under the EPBC Act, as it is a controlled action. The project is currently listed as requiring more information during the assessment stage.
Maitland Regional Sports Complex Redevelopment
Comprehensive multi-stage redevelopment of the Maitland Regional Sports Complex, encompassing the Maitland Regional Athletics Centre, No. 1 Sportsground, and Harold Gregson Park. The completed complex features an IAAF-certified synthetic athletics track, multipurpose fields, grandstand seating, a skate park, a basketball court, and inclusive play spaces.
2,871 residents of Gillieston Heights are employed, from a labour force of 2,987. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 70.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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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Gillieston Heights features a balanced labor force consisting of white and blue collar workers, with solid representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 3.9%, and an estimated 2.5% rise in jobs over the past year, according to AreaSearch compilations of regional statistics. As of March 2026, 2,871 residents are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.2% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, and the labor force participation rate substantially higher than typical levels (70.4% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census details show that a moderate 18.9% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for local residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The workforce shows an especially strong concentration in mining, employing residents at 2.9 times the regional average rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is poorly represented, accounting for only 0.7% of the Gillieston Heights labor force compared to 5.3% in Regional NSW. Although local jobs exist in the vicinity, the comparison between the Census working population and the local population suggests many residents commute to other districts for work. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader statistical regions, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 2.5% and the labor force expand by 2.5%, while unemployment remained virtually identical. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in employment, a 0.4% contraction in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide additional context regarding future demand in Gillieston Heights. These projections, spanning five and ten-year periods, have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future growth. 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 sectoral projections to the employment profile of Gillieston Heights suggests local employment will rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and excludes local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Gillieston Heights is $1,986 a week (about $103,000 a year), with median personal income at $947 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,697 a year against an average of $77,797. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Gillieston Heights has a median taxpayer income of $62,697 and an average of $77,797. These figures are very high on a national scale, contrasting with a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215 in Regional NSW. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $69,167 (median) and $85,826 (average) as of March 2026. Census figures show that household, family, and personal incomes in Gillieston Heights are positioned around the 68th percentile nationally.
The data indicates the largest group comprises 41.5% of residents (2,414 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, echoing trends in the wider region where 29.9% are in this category. High housing costs take up 18.0% of earnings, yet solid income levels keep disposable earnings at the 61st percentile, and the area's SEIFA income score falls in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Gillieston Heights had 1,686 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 0% apartments. 42% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.7%. 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 mix of dwelling types in Gillieston Heights at the time of the latest Census was 85.6% houses and 14.4% other dwellings (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing types), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in Gillieston Heights were lower than the Regional NSW average, standing at 19.0%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (42.4%) or rented (38.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,950, which was significantly higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $430, compared to $330 in Regional NSW.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Gillieston Heights exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Gillieston Heights counted 1,686 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,045 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 38% are couples with children, more than in 75% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 19% 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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Families make up the vast majority of households at 79.2%, consisting of 38.4% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 20.8%, which includes single person households at 18.6% and group households at 2.0%. The median household size of 2.8 people exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.5% of adults in Gillieston Heights hold a university qualification, including 11.1% with a bachelor degree and 3.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 371 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,001 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 locality shows educational disparities, with university graduation rates (16.5%) sitting substantially below the NSW state average of 32.2%. This presents a challenge as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 11.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 45.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these fields, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (33.9%). Participation in study is remarkably high, with 31.5% of residents currently undertaking formal education.
This includes 12.6% enrolled in primary schools, 5.9% in high schools, and 3.9% engaged in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Gillieston Heights reaches 27 stops on 21 routes, timetabled for about 260 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 studies show 27 active transport stops in service within Gillieston Heights, consisting of various bus options. These stops are connected to 21 distinct routes, which combine to offer 264 passenger trips each week. Transit accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 199 meters from the closest transport stop. Due to the area's residential nature, the vast majority of working residents travel out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 97%. Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per household. Approximately 18.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Service frequency averages 37 trips daily across all transport routes, which works out to approximately 9 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.8% of residents in Gillieston Heights report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 88% of areas nationally. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators point to notable difficulties in Gillieston Heights, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with the prevalence of common health issues visible in both younger and older demographics, while the level of private health insurance coverage is very high at approximately 58% of the total population (~3,354 people). This contrasts with 51.9% across Regional NSW. The most prevalent health issues recorded locally were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 12.2 and 9.7% of residents, respectively, while 66.8% of the population reported no medical conditions at all, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW.
The working-age cohort faces notable health difficulties, marked by elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older account for 9.5% of the population (552 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW figure of 23.4%. Senior health metrics present some challenges, with national percentiles generally matching those of the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Gillieston Heights is largely Australian-born, at 90.2% of residents, with 7.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.8%) and English (30.1%). 6.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Gillieston Heights exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity, with 90.2% of its population born in Australia, 92.8% holding citizenship, and 92.8% using only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 48.3% of the community. However, the most visible relative difference is in the Other category, which represents 1.1% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW. Looking at parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Gillieston Heights are Australian at 33.8% of the population, English at 30.1%, and Scottish at 6.8%. There are also clear differences in the proportions of other backgrounds: Australian Aboriginal residents are highly represented at 6.0% of the Gillieston Heights population (compared to 4.6% in the wider region), Macedonian stands at 0.2% (compared to 0.4% regionally), and Maori makes up 0.6% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Gillieston Heights is 30, younger than 96% of areas nationally. 32.3% 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 in Gillieston Heights is 30 years, which is substantially younger than the Regional NSW average of 43 and also below the national median of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, Gillieston Heights has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (21.1%) but fewer residents aged 65 - 74 (6.0%). This concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is well above the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 15.8% to 16.9% of the population. In contrast, the 0 to 4 age group has decreased from 10.8% to 9.9%.
Demographic models indicate the age distribution in Gillieston Heights will change considerably by 2041. The 25 to 34 age bracket is projected to experience the highest growth at 81%, adding 996 residents to reach a total of 2,224.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Gillieston Heights
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 1 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 Jun 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 — 452 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,796 at the 2021 Census → 5,818 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 (SAL11628). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.