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The median house price in Homebush West is $1.64m, with units at $630k. House values have moved -3.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Homebush West has an estimated 9,792 residents, up from 9,108 at the 2021 Census — a change of 684 people, or 7.5%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 78.0% of that increase. That puts 5,760 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS population revisions alongside newly confirmed addresses post-dating the Census, the suburb of Homebush West has an estimated population of approximately 9,792 as of Aug 2026. This marks an expansion of 684 residents (7.5%) compared to the 9,108 persons recorded in the 2021 Census. Such growth is derived from an estimated resident count of 9,787 established by AreaSearch following the ABS's recent ERP release (June 2025), coupled with 60 validated new addresses logged after the Census benchmark. The resulting population density stands at 5,760 persons per square kilometer, positioning the area within the top 10% nationwide and underscoring strong local land competition.
With a 7.5% increase since the 2021 census, the suburb of Homebush West outpaced both the broader SA4 region (6.7%) and the state average, serving as a regional growth driver largely propelled by overseas arrivals, who comprised around 78.0% of total recent population additions. Projections compiled by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 (using 2022 as a base) across SA2 zones, supplemented by 2022 NSW State Government SA2 forecasts (anchored to 2021) where required, with age-bracket growth trajectories applied from 2032 to 2041. These anticipated demographic movements position the suburb of Homebush West within the highest national quartile for population expansion, projecting an addition of 2,668 persons by 2041 across aggregated SA2 boundaries—representing overall growth of 27.2% across the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
232 new dwellings have been approved in Homebush West over the past five years, an average of 46 a year. That is 2.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 26 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 12% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. 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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Dwelling construction approvals across Homebush West have averaged approximately 46 units annually over the preceding 5 financial years, delivering an aggregate of 232 residences according to AreaSearch's assessment of ABS statistics. Thus far during FY-25, no approvals have been recorded. Residential demand remains solid with 3 additional occupants accommodated for each finished home between FY-21 and FY-25, providing underlying support for local property values, while commercial approvals of $5.4 million registered during the current financial year emphasize the predominantly residential focus of the precinct. Per-capita residential construction in Homebush West tracks at roughly 61% of Greater Sydney levels, ranking the suburb in the 20th percentile across the country; this constrained pipeline tightens buyer choice while bolstering demand for existing housing stock.
Lagging both regional and national build rates, the local market exhibits maturity alongside prospective physical development constraints. Of total approved residential projects, detached houses represent 12.0% while medium and high-density formats comprise 88.0%, offering accessible price points well-suited to first-home purchasers, downsizers, and property investors. A ratio of roughly 696 residents per approval further characterizes this established urban setting. According to the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch, Homebush West is slated to gain 2,663 additional inhabitants by 2041. If prevailing construction volumes persist, housing completions may fall short of demographic expansion, likely intensifying purchasing competition and putting upward pressure on real estate values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Homebush West
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Homebush West, worth an estimated $4.86 billion. A further 102 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $48.3 billion. 27 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Strategic planning initiatives, civil works, and major capital investments play a defining role in shaping local growth and property trends. AreaSearch has highlighted 15 relevant developments with potential local influence, headed by initiatives such as the Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program, Sydney Metro West - Sydney Olympic Park Station and Precinct, the 136 Parramatta Road Mixed-Use Hotel, and the 21 Parramatta Road Mixed-Use Development.
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Sydney Metro West - Sydney Olympic Park Station and Precinct
The project involves constructing a new underground metro station at Sydney Olympic Park as part of the Sydney Metro West line, alongside an Integrated Station Development (ISD). The August 2025 Amending Concept SSDA increased the residential yield to approximately 507 apartments across the over-station towers by converting Building 1 from commercial to residential. Station box excavation is complete, and John Holland commenced the Linewide work package in April 2026. The ISD delivery partner is expected to be awarded in mid-2026, with the station targeting an opening in 2032.
Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program
The Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program (PRUAIP) is a 198 million dollar NSW Government initiative revitalizing the 20km Parramatta Road corridor across six local government areas. The program delivers 32 infrastructure projects including over 10,000 new trees, separated cycleways, wider footpaths, and new urban plazas. Major works include the extension of Auburn Park, streetscape improvements in Homebush, and active transport links from Concord to the Bay Run. As of mid-2026, while many streetscape and public art components are complete, key infrastructure stages including pedestrian fencing and signalized crossing upgrades remain under construction in sections like Homebush.
Ovation Quarter
Multi-stage master-planned development by AYMCI adjacent to Sydney Olympic Park, featuring luxury residential towers, retail precincts, community facilities, and public spaces. The initial stages, including Emerald, Ruby, and Sapphire buildings totaling 421 apartments, have been completed and sold out. The overall development plans for approximately 3000 apartments, with further stages DA-approved and land being marketed.
Bridge Road Residences
80-apartment development offering 1-3 bedroom residences with contemporary design, landscaped gardens, and premium finishes. Developed by Ventus with construction by One Way Development & Construction. Located near transport and Sydney Olympic Park in Homebush.
The Concourse at Lidcombe
DOOLEYS is redeveloping its Lidcombe Catholic Club as The Concourse at Lidcombe, a major hospitality and events upgrade delivered with Buildcorp. Works are underway and include refurbished club facilities, new restaurants, bars and cafes, upgraded arrivals on John Street and Church Street, improved member areas, childrens play facilities, extra parking, and a dedicated functions and events centre with capacity for up to 500 guests. The project is being delivered in stages while the club remains operational, with major new destinations expected to open through the redevelopment period.
Marlborough Rd, Homebush West
Amended plans for a $14-million apartment project, adapting for a split four-to-six-storey form with 47 units and a north-facing roof terrace.
80 Betty Cuthbert Drive Mixed-Use Development
Repurposing of a 5.9-hectare NSW Government-owned site in Lidcombe for mixed health, education, and residential uses. The site is subdivided into three lots: 3.16 hectares transferred to Homes NSW for 48 new homes including 18 social and affordable dwellings, an 8,900 square meter site for the MS Plus wellbeing centre which opened in March 2025, and a third site retained by the Government. Demolition of the former health facility is underway as of early 2026.
Auburn Basketball Centre of Excellence
Construction has commenced on the Auburn Basketball Centre of Excellence at Wyatt Park. The project will deliver two additional indoor basketball courts, a gym, hot and cold recovery spaces, sport science and sports medicine areas, a film room, office and meeting rooms, player and spectator amenities, and associated access, parking and landscaping works. The centre is intended to support the Sydney Kings, Sydney Flames, Hoops Capital Academy and local community basketball pathways.
6,133 residents of Homebush West are employed, from a labour force of 6,375. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 75.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Statistical area aggregations from AreaSearch indicate an unemployment rate of merely 3.8% alongside a well-qualified local labour force heavily oriented toward professional disciplines. As of March 2026, employed residents total 6,133, while the local jobless rate sits 0.3% beneath Greater Sydney's benchmark of 4.1%. Workforce engagement is elevated, exhibiting a 75.3% participation rate against 68.9% across Greater Sydney. Furthermore, 36.6% of working locals reported working from home during the Census, though prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time should be factored into this figure. Key sectors engaging local workers include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services.
Representation in retail trade is particularly pronounced, tracking at 1.4 times regional levels. Conversely, the construction sector accounts for only 4.6% of resident employment, trailing Greater Sydney's 8.6%. Comparing resident worker counts with local workplace positions implies that a substantial share of the workforce travels outside the immediate area for their jobs. An examination of ABS and SALM metrics indicates that the local labour pool contracted by 3.0% over the 12-month period while total employment dipped 2.5%, yielding a 0.4 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney generated employment gains of 1.9% and labour force expansion of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor jobless decline. Looking ahead, national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide context on workforce demand; countrywide employment is anticipated to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years. When calibrated against Homebush West's industry distribution, projected local employment expansion reaches 6.8% over five years and 14.0% across ten years, reflecting a simple illustrative weighting model that excludes localized demographic projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Homebush West is $1,952 a week (about $102,000 a year), with median personal income at $860 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,828 a year against an average of $60,434. 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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Data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that Homebush West recorded a median taxpayer earnings figure of $46,828 and an average of $60,434, trailing both nationwide benchmarks and Greater Sydney's corresponding median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Applying a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 elevates estimated local earnings to roughly $51,661 (median) and $66,671 (average) as of March 2026. Across 2021 Census metrics, household, family, and individual incomes place around the 61st percentile nationally, with the largest earning bracket comprising 39.3% of residents (3,848 people) within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring the broader metropolitan concentration of 30.9%.
While housing commitments absorb 20.6% of income, disposable earnings align with the 56th percentile, and the suburb attains a 6th decile position on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Homebush West had 3,243 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 5% detached houses and 93% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 63% rented and 9% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $431 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census findings reveal an unconventional housing stock in Homebush West, consisting of 5.0% standalone houses and 95.0% attached, apartment, or alternative dwellings, diverging sharply from metropolitan Sydney's balance of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stands at 8.7%, lagging the broader Sydney metro baseline, while mortgaged properties account for 28.1% and rental housing represents 63.1%. Median mortgage costs of $2,000 per month and median weekly rental payments of $431 remain lower than metropolitan Sydney's respective averages of $2,427 and $470. In a nationwide context, however, local mortgage repayments exceed the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and rents sit noticeably above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Homebush West counted 3,243 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,487 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the majority of local living arrangements at 66.6%, consisting of couples with children (30.7%), couples without children (25.9%), and single parent households (7.3%). The remaining 33.4% of dwellings are non-family setups, made up of lone-person residences (22.2%) and group housing arrangements (11.2%). Across all households, the median occupancy is 2.6 people, slightly under Greater Sydney's average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
54.4% of adults in Homebush West hold a university qualification, including 32.6% with a bachelor degree and 19.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 8.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 469 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,082 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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Local qualifications in Homebush West comfortably exceed broader averages, with 54.4% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared against 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% in NSW, providing a solid foundation for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees represent 32.6% of educational achievements, followed by postgraduate degrees at 19.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational training accounts for 20.1% among those aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (8.1%). Participation in study is robust, with 36.2% of the local population actively undertaking formal education. Among those enrolled, 11.7% attend tertiary institutions, 7.6% are in primary school, and 4.9% are completing secondary schooling.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Homebush West reaches 18 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 3,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.6 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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Commuter networks across Homebush West feature 18 active public transport stops covering both bus and train connections, with 6 separate transit lines generating 3,237 scheduled passenger services each week. Local transit proximity is favorable, placing residents an average of 275 meters from their nearest boarding point. As a residential community, external commuting is prevalent; private vehicles serve 53% of travel, followed by train journeys at 33% and bus trips at 6%. Private motor vehicle availability averages 0.6 vehicles per household, trailing regional norms. Additionally, 36.6% of workers engaged in remote work as recorded in the 2021 Census, a figure potentially influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
Across all transit options, network operations provide an average daily frequency of 462 trips, translating to roughly 179 weekly services for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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87.2% of residents in Homebush West report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 88% of areas nationally. 2.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 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 metrics evaluated by AreaSearch indicate positive outcomes across Homebush West, characterized by low mortality and minimal chronic illness prevalence across all age cohorts. Private health insurance membership is relatively contained at approximately 51% of residents (~4,980 people), below the 59.9% uptake observed across Greater Sydney. Among recorded conditions, asthma and mental health concerns represent the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 3.6% and 3.5% of the community respectively, whereas 87.2% of residents reported no medical ailments, outperforming the Greater Sydney rate of 74.6%. Inhabitants aged 65 and over comprise 7.7% of the locality (753 people), under the regional proportion of 15.5%, with local seniors displaying favorable health ratings that mirror general population benchmarks nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
73.6% of Homebush West residents were born overseas and 79.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 99% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (23.1%) and Indian (14.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Demonstrating exceptional multicultural breadth, Homebush West records 79.8% of its population communicating in a non-English language at home and 73.6% born overseas. Hinduism forms the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 33.4% of residents, contrasting with 5.2% recorded across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestral heritage based on parental birthplace, the leading group identified in Homebush West is Other at 32.9% (exceeding the regional share of 16.0%), followed by Chinese ancestry at 23.1% (compared to 8.4% regionally) and Indian ancestry at 14.0% (versus 3.6% across Greater Sydney). Specific communities also display elevated local representation relative to regional benchmarks, including Korean residents at 4.2% (vs 1.1%), Filipino residents at 3.0% (vs 2.0%), and Sri Lankan residents at 0.7% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Homebush West is 32, younger than 93% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 43.0% 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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Homebush West features a demographic structure oriented heavily toward early-career adults. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 indicate that 50.3% of the community falls between 25 - 44 years of age, well above Greater Sydney's 31.4%, while residents aged 65+ account for merely 7.7% against 15.5% across the wider metropolitan region. The estimated median age reached 32 as at August 2026, rising from 31 at the 2021 Census and sitting 5 years below Greater Sydney's median of 37 and below the national median of 38 from that same Census. Demographic shifts show the 0 - 24 cohort declining from 29.4% to an estimated 27.1%, while the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 32.0% to an estimated 30.0% alongside an expansion in the 35 to 44 cohort from 18.0% to 20.3%.
Looking forward to 2041, the 45 - 64 age bracket is projected to see the largest absolute increase, adding 774 residents (51%) to reach 2,282, whereas the 65+ cohort is anticipated to expand most rapidly in proportional terms, climbing 99% to 1,500 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Homebush West
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 7 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 60 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,108 at the 2021 Census → 9,792 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL11937). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.