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The median house price in Glenwood (NSW) is $1.72m, with units at $1.25m. House values have moved 5.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Glenwood (NSW) has an estimated 15,984 residents, up from 15,829 at the 2021 Census — a change of 155 people, or 1.0%. That puts 3,122 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 investigations of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Glenwood (NSW) has an estimated residency of 15,984 individuals as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 155 people (1.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 15,829 residents. This shift is calculated from the current resident figure of 15,984, which was modeled by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP dataset from June 2025 alongside 6 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size corresponds to a density of 3,121 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quarter of national areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
The primary driver of this demographic expansion was overseas arrivals, which accounted for approximately 74.0% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections created by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as their starting point. Where such statistics are unavailable for specific SA2 locations, figures from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are substituted. The age cohort growth projections derived from these models are also applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Glenwood (NSW) is projected to experience growth in the bottom quarter of statistical zones reviewed by AreaSearch, with an expected gain of 225 residents by 2041 under the aggregated SA2 models, representing a total increase of 1.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
40 new dwellings have been approved in Glenwood (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 0.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch research into building permit counts from the ABS, allocated from regional statistical records, Glenwood has seen an annual average of about 8 new residential approvals. This equates to approximately 40 homes approved over the 5 fiscal years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, with 3 approvals registered so far during FY-26. Because the population has contracted in recent times, this fresh housing volume has likely matched local demand, providing buyers with suitable options, while the new structures carry a mean estimated construction cost of $654,000, pointing to developer interest in higher-end, upscale builds.
Additionally, commercial building permits totaled $100,000 during this fiscal year, showing a minimal amount of commercial expansion. In comparison to the broader Greater Sydney region, Glenwood exhibits a much lower level of construction volume. This restricted influx of new properties generally helps maintain demand and supports pricing for existing real estate. The rate of construction also falls short of the national benchmark, highlighting the established character of the neighborhood and pointing to potential zoning constraints. Furthermore, all recent residential development has consisted of detached houses, preserving the classic low-density feel of the area with a focus on spacious options for families. With roughly 2285 residents for every single home approval, the local property market is highly established. Future models indicate that Glenwood will see its population rise by 225 citizens by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, the volume of new residential completions should easily satisfy incoming demand, creating favorable circumstances for purchasers and potentially enabling population increases that outpace current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Glenwood (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Glenwood (NSW), worth an estimated $255 million. A further 58 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $43.3 billion. 16 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and retail. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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An area's long-term performance is heavily shaped by updates to transport links, local planning policies, and major building works. AreaSearch has identified a total of 33 projects that are expected to influence this locality. Prominent developments include Norwest City, Norwest Private Hospital, Norwest Quarter, and the Essentia Smart Townhomes by Mulpha Norwest, with the following list highlighting those of greatest local significance.
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Norwest Private Hospital
A 277-bed major acute surgical and medical hospital featuring 21 operating theatres, an emergency department, ICU, and birthing suites. Specialist services include orthopaedics, cardiology, and maternity. While the facility is 100% leased to Healthscope, the operator entered receivership in May 2025; as of early 2026, a sale process led by McGrathNicol is transitioning the hospital's operations to a new not-for-profit organization to ensure continuity of care.
Asora Norwest SHAWOOD
A luxury residential community by Sekisui House featuring premium SHAWOOD homes designed with Japanese building technology. The project integrates high-end architecture with nature, including the $4.8 million Irongum Terrace Reserve which provides 9,553 sqm of public green space, walking trails, and recreational facilities for the Norwest community.
Essentia Smart Townhomes
Premium development of 74 four-bedroom smart townhomes and 33 large land homesites on 6.96 hectares. Features smart home technology, contemporary design, landscaped parks, and proximity to Norwest Metro Station. Includes community facilities, resident-only Wellness Centre with heated pool, spa, gym, and communal dining. Fully integrated solar systems with embedded network forecast to cut energy bills by over 65%.
Norwest Private Hospital Theatre and Endoscopy Upgrade
Norwest Private Hospital is undertaking a focused surgical facilities upgrade, adding one new operating theatre opening in April 2026, planning a second theatre for 2027, and refurbishing existing endoscopy suites. The upgrade is intended to improve surgical capacity, reduce waiting times for diagnostic and elective procedures, and support population growth across Bella Vista, Baulkham Hills, Blacktown, Castle Hill, Kellyville, Rouse Hill and surrounding north-west Sydney suburbs.
Matthew Pearce Public School Upgrade
$42 million upgrade removing 22 demountables and replacing with permanent teaching facilities. Part of broader infrastructure program addressing student capacity issues in Hills District. Features new classrooms, library and modern educational amenities.
Norwest Quarter
Norwest Quarter is a $1 billion zero-carbon sustainable mixed-use precinct by Mulpha. Stage 1, consisting of the Banksia and Lacebark buildings, reached completion in late 2025 and provides 186 net-zero ready apartments. The full masterplan, which received further approvals in early 2026, encompasses nine towers total with approximately 950 dwellings, 6,000sqm of retail and dining, and 70% green open space. The precinct is powered by 100% renewable energy and features high-performance facades and circular economy initiatives.
40 Memorial Avenue, Bella Vista
A significant residential community in the Bella Vista Station Precinct by Landen Property Group. Designed by Turner Architects, the project features 444 residential dwellings across four buildings ranging from 4 to 15 storeys. The development includes a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments, along with premium 4-bedroom penthouses and terraces. Located adjacent to the Elizabeth Macarthur Creek corridor, the project emphasizes sustainability and community connectivity with over 9,500 sqm of landscaping and communal rooftop terraces.Construction is scheduled to commence in mid-2026 following the finalization of the State Significant Development Application (SSDA) and associated Voluntary Planning Agreements.
The Orchards Norwest
A $1 billion, 8.1-hectare masterplanned community by Sekisui House Australia in Norwest, delivering 1300 apartments across five stages. Lumia (Stage 3, 330 apartments) completed in August 2025 and is over 95 percent sold. Veue (Stage 4), the largest stage with 577-583 apartments, is under construction with completion expected in 2026. Zeste (Stage 5, 209 apartments), the final and most luxurious stage, is set to begin construction in early 2026 with completion anticipated in 2028. The community features 1.4 hectares of parkland, an outdoor cinema, gymnasium, indoor heated pool and function centre, and is located 600-800 metres from Norwest Metro Station.
10,405 residents of Glenwood (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 10,567. Unemployment sits at 1.5%, with participation at 80.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,588, about 73% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education, with a strong contingent of professionals, an unemployment rate sitting at only 1.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.4% over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch regional data. In March 2026, there were 10,405 working residents, and the unemployment level was 2.6% lower than the 4.1% rate recorded across Greater Sydney. Additionally, workforce participation was exceptionally high at 80.5% compared to the Greater Sydney average of 69.1%. Census records indicate that a significant 51.6% of workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. There is a notable concentration of workers in the finance & insurance sector, which is 1.3 times more prevalent than the regional average. Conversely, building and construction employs only 5.8% of the local workforce, which is below the 8.6% share seen across Greater Sydney. The highly residential character of the neighborhood means local employment options are limited, as shown by comparing the number of locally employed workers against the total resident workforce. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, compiled from regional datasets, indicates that the 12-month timeframe saw a 1.4% expansion in jobs alongside a 1.3% rise in the overall labor force, which brought the unemployment rate down by 0.1 percentage points. This differed from Greater Sydney, where employment increased by 1.9%, the labor force expanded by 1.9%, and unemployment had a minor decrease. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project future employment trajectories. Nationally, job numbers are projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but these rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local occupational mix suggests employment for the area will grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, noting that this is a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes and does not account for localized population growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Glenwood (NSW) is $3,068 a week (about $160,000 a year), with median personal income at $984 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,726 a year against an average of $77,044. 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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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year show that personal incomes in Glenwood are significantly higher than the national average, with a median of $63,726 and an average of $77,044. These figures contrast with the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $70,303 for the median and $84,995 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed weekly household incomes in the top tier at the 97th percentile, representing $3,068.
The largest income bracket contains 31.7% of residents (5,066 people) earning upwards of $4000, which contrasts with broader regional patterns where the largest cohort of 30.9% falls in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. This high concentration of top-tier earners, with 51.5% bringing in more than $3,000 weekly, points to substantial financial resources in the area. Housing costs consume 14.6% of income, while strong earnings place local residents in the 97th percentile for disposable funds, and the SEIFA ranking for income places the area in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Glenwood (NSW) had 4,500 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 55% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $590 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month, a total housing cost higher than 96% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the local housing mix consisted of 97.4% detached houses and 2.7% other residential options such as duplexes, townhouses, and apartments, compared to the Sydney metropolitan distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The level of outright home ownership stood at 24.9%, which was lower than the Sydney metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (55.3%) or occupied by tenants (19.8%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the metropolitan Sydney average of $2,427, sitting at $2,600, while the median weekly rental cost was $590 compared to the metropolitan average of $470.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are significantly above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Glenwood (NSW) counted 4,500 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.5 people each. 64% are couples with children, more than in 99% of areas nationally, against 18% couples without children. 7% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units represent the vast majority of households at 91.8%, consisting of 64.0% couples with children, 17.6% couples without children, and 9.3% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 8.2%, with single-person households at 7.0% and shared student or group households at 1.3%. The median household size is 3.5 persons, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
43.7% of adults in Glenwood (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 27.7% with a bachelor degree and 13.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 83% of areas nationally. A further 13.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,368 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,102 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Academic credentials in the local area are substantially higher than broader indicators, with 43.7% of residents aged 15 and older holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of education positions the population well for professional and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 13.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational training accounts for 23.9% of qualifications among those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 13.4%.
Engagement in learning programs is very high, with 34.1% of local residents currently enrolled in an educational course. This proportion includes 11.0% attending primary school, 10.3% in secondary school, and 7.3% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Glenwood (NSW) reaches 98 stops on 38 routes, timetabled for about 5,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transit options shows 98 active bus stops located within the suburb of Glenwood (NSW), which are serviced by 38 distinct routes that generate 5,625 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is highly rated, with the average home positioned 174 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning the majority of workers travel outside the suburb for employment. Private cars are the primary mode of travel for 81% of commuters, while 9% use trains and 7% travel by bus. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars per dwelling, which is above the metropolitan average.
A significant 51.6% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions. The average frequency of public transport is 803 journeys per day across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 57 weekly trips at each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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77.7% of residents in Glenwood (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 85% of areas nationally. 4.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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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Public health records indicate excellent outcomes for the local community, as shown by AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, which reveal low rates of common health issues across all demographics. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is very high, covering approximately 57% of the population, which equates to about 9,168 residents. This is comparable to the 59.9% rate observed throughout Greater Sydney. The most frequent health diagnoses in the locality were asthma and diabetes, affecting 6.1% and 5.6% of residents respectively, while 77.7% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 12.1% of the population (1,934 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Seniors in the area display strong health profiles, with national rankings that align closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
51.0% of Glenwood (NSW) residents were born overseas and 54.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 92% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (17.4%) and Australian (13.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local community exhibits a high degree of cultural diversity, with 54.7% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 51.0% having been born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 43.8% of the local population. However, the most notable difference from regional averages is in the Other category, which accounts for 12.2% of residents, significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 1.4%. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest ethnic groups are Other at 23.9% of the population (well above the regional benchmark of 16.0%), Indian at 17.4% (significantly higher than the metropolitan average of 3.6%), and Australian at 13.1%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other heritage groups, including Filipino residents at 4.9% of the population (compared to 2.0% regionally), Sri Lankan at 1.5% (compared to 0.3% regionally), and Spanish at 0.8% (compared to 0.6% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Glenwood (NSW) is 37. 27.9% 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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With a median age of 37, the local population matches the Greater Sydney figure of 37 and is comparable to the Australian median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 18.2% of the population, which is notably higher than the national average of 12.7% and contrasts with the 25 - 34 cohort which is less common at 9.7%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group expanded from 15.4% to 18.2% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 2.7% to 4.2%.
Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 15.9% to 13.5% and the 35 to 44 group fell from 16.8% to 14.7%. Demographic projections to 2041 indicate significant changes in the local age profile, led by the 85+ cohort which is projected to grow by 257% (369 people), rising from 143 to 513. This aging shift is clear, with residents aged 65+ making up 80% of the projected population increase, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 groups are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Glenwood (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 | Feb 2026 6 months ago all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Feb 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 — 6 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,829 at the 2021 Census → 15,984 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 (SAL11686). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.