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The median house price in Howlong is $588k, with units at $425k. House values have moved 7.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Howlong has an estimated 3,055 residents, up from 2,997 at the 2021 Census — a change of 58 people, or 1.9%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 80% of areas nationally. Density is about 20 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on reviews of ABS population updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by AreaSearch after the Census, the population of the suburb of Howlong is estimated at approximately 3,055 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 58 people (1.9%) from the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 2,997 people. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 3,055, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an extra 35 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This size of population translates to a density ratio of 19.5 persons per square kilometer, a level offering plenty of space per resident. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Howlong has shown stable growth patterns with a 0.9% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA3 area. Population growth for the region was chiefly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 83.0% of total population gains during recent times. AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions not represented in this data, AreaSearch is employing the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, published in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all regions for years 2032 to 2041. When analyzing future population trends, an above median population growth of regional areas nationally is projected, with the area anticipated to grow by 563 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a rise of 18.4% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
71 new dwellings have been approved in Howlong over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That is 4.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 6, 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 analysis of ABS building approval figures, distributed from statistical area data, the suburb of Howlong has seen approximately 14 new homes approved each year, summing to an estimated 71 homes over the last 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 6 approvals have been documented. Given an average of 1.7 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem well-balanced, generating stable market conditions, although recent data indicates this has intensified to 8 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to rising popularity and potential undersupply.
New properties are constructed at an average expected construction cost of $612,000, showing that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Also, $5.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, pointing to limited commercial development focus. Relative to Rest of NSW, the suburb of Howlong records 16.0% less building activity (per person) while it ranks among the 17th percentile of areas evaluated nationally, meaning somewhat limited buyer options while reinforcing demand for established homes. Meanwhile, recent building activity consists entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated count of 869 people in the area per dwelling approval highlights its quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections show the suburb of Howlong adding 563 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Should current construction levels continue, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 61 current infrastructure and development projects close to Howlong, worth an estimated $3.21 billion. 10 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and energy. 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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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total no projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include North East Rail Line Upgrade, VNI West (NSW section), Inland Rail Beveridge to Albury, and Regional Housing Fund, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Corowa Battery Energy Storage System
A proposed 100 MW / 200 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on a 2-3 hectare site adjacent to the existing Essential Energy Corowa Substation on Wiradjuri country. Developed by Flow Power as a State Significant Development, the project will store surplus renewable energy from local solar generation and release it during peak demand, supporting grid stability via Frequency Control Ancillary Services (FCAS) and placing downward pressure on wholesale electricity prices. The project includes a Neighbour Benefit Program (up to $250,000) for residents within 1 km, an $800,000 Community Enhancement Fund, and approximately 70 construction jobs.The EIS underwent public exhibition with submissions closing in May 2026. Construction is expected to take 18 months once approved, with completion targeted for mid-2028.
JBS Rivalea Corowa Grower Farm
JBS Pork Australia (formerly Rivalea) is investing over $400 million to modernise pork farming operations across the Federation Council area in NSW. The Corowa Grower Farm (Redlands Road) is the existing site being upgraded, while new purpose-built breeding facilities are proposed at Rosewood Park near Mulwala, One Tree Lane near Lowesdale, and Huddans. The project separates growing and breeding operations onto individual sites to improve biosecurity, replaces ageing sheds and infrastructure in stages, and delivers state-of-the-art animal welfare, ventilation, and effluent management systems.Circular economy initiatives include nutrient recycling, expanded biogas capture (doubling CO2 abatement to ~120,000 tonnes per year), and upgraded wastewater treatment. The project supports 650 jobs in the Federation Council area and sources 95% of grain from 550+ local growers. It is being assessed as State Significant Development under the NSW Major Projects Planning Portal (SSD-93652960), with the EIS currently being prepared and community exhibition expected in early 2026. Construction is targeted to commence in 2027, with all sites fully operational by 2030.
Corowa Regional Saleyards Redevelopment Project
The redevelopment includes a 23,662 square metre roof over livestock pens, a new office building, an expanded truck wash for biosecurity, and other operational improvements to protect stock and enhance welfare, positioning it as a premier sheep selling centre with training opportunities.
Jindera Solar Farm
A 120 MW (AC) solar farm covering approximately 327 hectares, designed to generate around 275,000 MWh per year, sufficient to power 46,000 Australian homes. The project includes 400,000 solar panels on single-axis tracking systems, an operations and maintenance building, internal access tracks, inverter/transformer units, an electrical substation, and associated electrical infrastructure. It also incorporates pollinator-friendly native vegetation planting for visual screening. The project is expected to have a lifespan of 30 years and supported 200 jobs during construction, with 2-3 full-time positions during operation.It contributed $1.7 million to the Hume Shire Council.
Heritage Park - Jindera
A residential land development by Nordcon Land spanning 36.28 hectares, offering half-acre, level lots (2,000my) with all town services. It aims to provide a rural living experience while being only 15 minutes from Albury, with proximity to Jindera's local facilities including schools, medical services, and shopping. The development allows buyers flexibility with no time frame for building.
Mitchell Street Development
14 lot residential subdivision on a 1.4ha site near the corner of Creek St and Mitchell St, creating lots approx 601m2 to 1,132m2. Development consent was granted by Greater Hume Council in June 2019 with conditions including servicing and contributions. The site sold in April 2022; current marketing and enquiries are handled by Nordcon Land.
Riverina Highway Sewer West Upgrade
Upgrade of sewer pipelines from the Main Sewer Pump Station at Wodonga Place to the Waterview treatment plant to service city growth, including the construction of a new 5.5km sewer main. Currently in site investigations and surveys phase, covering topographic mapping and underground utility location. This project supports the eventual decommissioning of the Kremur St wastewater treatment plant.
Centaur Road Reconstruction
Full reconstruction and widening of Centaur Road between Overend Street and Mudge Street to improve safety and access to nearby facilities. Works included new kerb, pavements and asphalt, replacement of the watermain, drainage upgrades and culvert extensions, shared path and footpaths, and installation of bicycle safety fence and road safety barriers. Delivered with NSW Fixing Local Roads funding and completed June 2024.
1,407 residents of Howlong are employed, from a labour force of 1,484. Unemployment sits at 5.2%, with participation at 58.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,412, about 79% 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 suburb of Howlong possesses a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,407 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.1% above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (58.2% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%). Based on Census responses, a low 9.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Employment among residents is concentrated in manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and construction. The area has particular employment specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share of 2.8 times the regional level. On the other hand, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 13.9% of the suburb of Howlong's workforce compared to 16.9% in Regional NSW. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period saw labour force decreasing by 5.2% alongside a 7.0% employment decline, resulting in the unemployment rate rise by 1.8 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW recorded employment decline of 0.9%, labour force decline of 0.4%, with unemployment rising 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within the suburb of Howlong. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to the suburb of Howlong's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.4% over five years and 12.0% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Howlong is $1,293 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $673 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,653 a year against an average of $54,156. 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 suburb of Howlong's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb of Howlong's median income among taxpayers is $46,653 and the average income stands at $54,156, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $51,468 (median) and $59,745 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in the suburb of Howlong all fall between the 19th and 23rd percentiles nationally.
Looking at income distribution, the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 32.0% of residents (977 people), mirroring regional levels where 29.9% occupy this bracket. While housing costs are modest with 87.3% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 23rd percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Howlong had 1,198 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 0% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 22.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within the suburb of Howlong, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 93.5% houses and 6.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within the suburb of Howlong was well beyond that of Regional NSW, at 44.5%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (36.7%) or rented (18.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Regional NSW average at $1,300, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $290, compared to Regional NSW's $1,733 and $330.
Nationally, the suburb of Howlong's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Howlong counted 1,198 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 37% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households dominate at 70.7% of all households, comprising 24.0% couples with children, 37.0% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households at 26.3% and group households comprising 3.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.6% of adults in Howlong hold a university qualification, including 9.0% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 166 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 984 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 area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (12.6%) substantially below the NSW average of 32.2%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 9.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (32.8%). A substantial 24.6% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 9.9% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 1.4% pursuing tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Howlong reaches 107 stops on 15 routes, timetabled for about 120 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis reveals 107 active transport stops operating within the suburb of Howlong comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 15 individual routes, collectively providing 122 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 173 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 96%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. A relatively low 9.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 17 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 1 weekly trips per individual stop.
The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
57.0% of residents in Howlong report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 76% of areas nationally. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 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 data reveals substantial challenges facing the suburb of Howlong, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts , and the rate of private health cover found to be very low at approximately 48% of the total population (~1,478 people). This compares to 51.9% across Regional NSW. The national average is 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and asthma, impacting 13.3 and 9.3% of residents, respectively, while 57.0% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 30.6% of residents aged 65 and over (934 people), which is higher than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Howlong is largely Australian-born, at 90.7% of residents, with 2.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.2%) and Australian (30.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Howlong was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.7% of its population being citizens, 90.7% born in Australia, and 97.6% speaking English only at home. The main religion in the suburb of Howlong was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.7% of people in the suburb of Howlong. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in the suburb of Howlong are English, comprising 35.2% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.2% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of the suburb of Howlong (vs 0.2% regionally), Dutch at 1.6% (vs 1.0%) and Scottish at 8.7% (vs 8.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Howlong is 49, older than 90% of areas nationally. 18.7% 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 49, the suburb of Howlong is notably exceeding the Regional NSW figure of 43 and is well above Australia's 38 years. Compared to the Regional NSW average, the 65 - 74 cohort is notably over-represented (17.1% locally), while 15 - 24 year-olds are under-represented (9.0%). This 65 - 74 concentration is well above the national 9.4%. In the period since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 8.7% to 10.1% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 13.8% to 12.6%.
Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in the suburb of Howlong's age structure. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to experience strong growth, expanding by 107 people (35%) from 308 to 416. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 cohort grows by a modest 3% (7 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Howlong
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 35 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,997 at the 2021 Census → 3,055 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 (SAL11957). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.