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The median house price in Jesmond is $865k, with units at $665k. House values have moved 5.1% a year compounded over five years.
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Jesmond has an estimated 3,636 residents, up from 3,210 at the 2021 Census — a change of 426 people, or 13.3%. Growth has averaged 2.4% a year over five years, faster than 80% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 95.0% of that increase. That puts 3,005 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Jesmond has an estimated resident tally of approximately 3,636, derived from AreaSearch assessments of broader ABS updates alongside post-Census address validations. This represents a gain of 426 people (13.3%) over the 3,210 people recorded in the 2021 Census. AreaSearch established this trajectory by combining the ABS ERP figure of 3,629 from June 2025 with 59 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. With 3,005 persons per square kilometer, population density sits within the upper quartile across national benchmark areas. The suburb of Jesmond outpaced both the SA4 region and Rest of NSW (5.1%) with its 13.3% expansion, establishing itself among regional growth leaders.
Overseas migration served as the core engine of demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 95.0% of recent population additions. Projections for the suburb of Jesmond draw upon ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 datasets published in 2024 (using 2022 as a base), supplemented where necessary by NSW State Government SA2 forecasts issued in 2022 (using 2021 as a base). Age-specific expansion trajectories from these series are extended across all locations from 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Jesmond is slated for top-decile expansion among Australian non-metropolitan localities, with aggregated SA2 modelling pointing to an addition of 2,014 persons by 2041, culminating in a cumulative 16-year increase of 55.2%.
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98 new dwellings have been approved in Jesmond over the past five years, an average of 19 a year. That places the area in the 56th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 20% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 16, broadly in line with 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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Building activity metrics compiled by AreaSearch from ABS statistical records indicate that Jesmond has averaged roughly 19 residential dwellings approved per year, yielding approximately 98 homes across the last 5 financial years. During FY-25 to date, 16 approvals have been logged. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the local influx averaged 4.1 people per year for every dwelling constructed, creating an environment where demand substantially outstrips new supply, a dynamic that generally fuels buyer competition and capital appreciation. These new residences involve an average expected construction cost of $446,000. In addition, $1.4 million in commercial building permits have been logged during this financial year, underscoring an emphasis oriented toward residential development.
Over the 5 year period, construction per resident in Jesmond tracked 11.0% above the regional benchmark for Rest of NSW, sustaining asset values while providing inventory, although overall activity has tapered recently. High-density and medium-density dwellings make up 80.0% of recent approvals, while standalone houses represent 20.0%. This shift toward compact living formats offers accessible entry points for downsizers, first-time purchasers, and investors. It also marks a structural shift away from the established stock, where houses currently represent 47.0%, mirroring a scarcity of development sites alongside changing affordability and demographic preferences. Jesmond exhibits a mature market with roughly 325 people per dwelling approval. Based on latest AreaSearch quarterly figures, demographic modeling indicates that Jesmond will add 2,007 residents by 2041. If residential construction volumes remain at current levels, building delivery may fail to match population gains, putting upward pressure on dwelling prices and intensifying buyer demand.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Jesmond, worth an estimated $22 million. A further 26 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.92 billion. 7 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local capital works, major development initiatives, and planning schemes exert significant influence over regional performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 7 strategic projects possessing substantial potential to impact the immediate area. Notable undertakings include John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, Lambton Park Master Plan, Callaghan Campus Heart, and 9 Gothic Street Student Accommodation, with detailed outlines of the most influential works provided below.
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9 Gothic Street Student Accommodation
DA approved three-storey Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development with 53 self-contained studio units, 12 car spaces, expansive indoor and outdoor communal areas, and a rooftop garden. It is strategically located adjacent to the University of Newcastle's Callaghan Campus. The DA-approved site is currently for sale via Expression of Interest, indicating the project is currently on hold or transitioning to a new developer. Expected end value over $17.5 million upon completion.
93 Blue Gum Road Co-Living Development
DA approved co-living development for 26 rooms (22 double, 4 single) including the demolition of the existing structure, positioned in an R3 zone close to the University of Newcastle. The approved site is currently listed for sale, with a projected gross annual return of over $500,000 once constructed. The DA was approved by the Land & Environment Court in 2024. The original cottage remains on site and is listed for sale with the DA consent.
Lambton Park Master Plan
A comprehensive master plan approved by Newcastle Council to guide the future development of Lambton Park. The plan focuses on enhancing facilities, community engagement, heritage preservation, and recreational opportunities while maintaining the park as an open green space. Key developments include Lambton Pool upgrades, heritage rotunda preservation, improved accessibility, tennis courts, bowling club facilities, childrens playgrounds, walking tracks, and the transformation of the former Baby Health Centre into a modern cafe.
John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
The $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct is a major redevelopment of the John Hunter and John Hunter Children's Hospitals. The centerpiece is a new seven-storey Acute Services Building delivering an expanded Emergency Department, 22 operating theatres, increased ICU capacity, and specialized care units. Construction is advancing rapidly toward completion in 2026, followed by operational commissioning and subsequent refurbishment works.
Shortland Waters Retirement Village
A master-planned retirement community set on the Shortland Waters Golf Course featuring modern villas and comprehensive amenities including a community centre, gym, hair salon, and library. Stages 4 and 5 comprise 167 independent living units valued at $110 million, currently in construction and delivery phases. The complete development aims to provide 300 dwellings for a low-maintenance lifestyle for retirees in the Hunter region.
Light Industrial Unit Development, Jesmond NSW
Modern light industrial units with room for mezzanines, suitable for trade, warehouse, or distribution, featuring precast concrete panels, ample parking, and NBN ready. The project remains listed as a 'Current Project' or 'Upcoming Project' by the developer, ATB Morton, indicating it is still in the early stages (Proposed/Planning) with no public development application (DA) status found in City of Newcastle records at this time, beyond the developer's announcement.
Newcastle Inner City Bypass - Rankin Park to Jesmond
The 3.4 km Rankin Park to Jesmond section is the fifth and final stage of the Newcastle Inner City Bypass. Construction has reached a major milestone with the bypass alignment fully connected and all major bridges completed. Remaining works include final road surfacing, northern interchange ramps, traffic systems, shared user paths and landscaping before opening. The project will remove up to 30000 vehicles per day from surrounding local roads, improve access to John Hunter Hospital, reduce travel times and enhance pedestrian and cyclist connections.
Jesmond Public School Revitalisation
Revitalisation and upgrade of Jesmond Public School, focusing on the redevelopment of Block J into a state-of-the-art administration and staff space, and the construction of a new canteen building.
1,792 residents of Jesmond are employed, from a labour force of 1,967. Unemployment sits at 8.9%, with participation at 64.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,094, about 85% 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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Jesmond features an educated labour pool with substantial participation across essential service sectors and an unemployment rate of 8.9%, according to AreaSearch statistical aggregations. Across the community, 1,792 residents were employed as of March 2026. While workforce engagement is relatively solid with a participation rate of 64.4% (above the 60.6% seen in Regional NSW), the local jobless rate sits 4.8% higher than the Regional NSW level of 4.1%. In the Census, 14.6% of workers reported working from home, a metric that may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions. The primary employers of local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food.
Concentration in health care & social assistance is particularly pronounced, registering an employment share 1.3 times the regional standard. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.8% of local workers compared to 5.3% regionally. Comparing resident workers against jobs located locally at the Census indicates that this predominantly residential precinct offers comparatively limited on-site employment. ABS and SALM figures aggregated by AreaSearch reveal that across the 12-month period, the local labour force expanded by 0.3% while total employment dropped by 2.9%, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 3.0 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW experienced an employment contraction of 0.9%, a 0.4% drop in the labour pool, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future labour demand can be evaluated using national industry projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26. Country-wide employment is forecast to increase by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, though industry performance varies. Applying these sectoral trajectories to Jesmond's occupational distribution yields projected local employment gains of 6.7% over five years and 14.1% over ten years (calculated as a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration, without incorporating localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Jesmond is $1,180 a week (about $61,000 a year), with median personal income at $574 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,128 a year against an average of $54,960. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Jesmond had a median income among taxpayers of $46,128 with the average level standing at $54,960. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $50,888 (median) and $60,632 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Jesmond all fall between the 9th and 11th percentiles nationally.
Income analysis reveals the largest segment comprises 29.9% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,087 residents), reflecting patterns seen the broader area where 29.9% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 74.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 6th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Jesmond had 1,162 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 47% detached houses and 26% apartments. 14% are owned with a mortgage, 70% rented and 16% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,652 a month. Rent absorbs 29.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.3%. 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 latest Census, residential accommodation across Jesmond was distributed between 46.6% detached houses and 53.4% attached properties, units, and alternative formats, standing in contrast to Regional NSW where detached houses accounted for 82.6% and other formats just 17.4%. Outright home ownership trailed the broader region at 16.3%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 13.7% and tenant-occupied rentals comprised 70.1%. Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood at $1,652, coming in lower than the Regional NSW benchmark of $1,733 and the national figure of $1,863. Median weekly rental costs were $350, tracking above Regional NSW's $330 but under the broader Australian median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Jesmond counted 1,162 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,316 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 19% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 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 54.5%, comprising couples with children (20.6%), couples without children (19.0%), and single parent families (12.2%). The remaining 45.5% consists of non-family living situations, led by single-person households at 33.4% and group shared arrangements at 11.8%. Typical occupancy stands at a median of 2.4 people per household, exactly matching the Regional NSW standard.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.8% of adults in Jesmond hold a university qualification, including 17.1% with a bachelor degree and 11.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 21.0% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,065 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 952 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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Higher learning outcomes in the area outpace wider regional benchmarks, with tertiary degree attainment among residents aged 15+ reaching 30.8%, compared to 21.3% in Rest of NSW and 26.1% across the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees account for 17.1% of the adult population, complemented by postgraduate qualifications at 11.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational qualifications are also widespread, with 29.2% of individuals aged 15+ holding practical credentials, split between certificates at 21.0% and advanced diplomas at 8.2%. A substantial 43.7% of local residents are actively pursuing formal studies. This learning cohort is led by higher education attendees at 17.8%, primary school pupils at 11.1%, and secondary students at 4.9%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Jesmond reaches 17 stops on 48 routes, timetabled for about 2,200 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 1.0 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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Local transit infrastructure features 17 active bus transport stops across Jesmond. These boarding points are integrated into 48 routes, delivering 2,238 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is strong, with residents living a typical distance of 169 meters from the closest stop. Reflecting its residential character, outward commuting dominates: private vehicles serve as the main mode of travel for 82% of commuters, while buses carry 9%. Households maintain an average of 1.0 vehicle, tracking below regional norms. At the 2021 Census, 14.6% of workers worked from home, potentially reflecting conditions during COVID-19.
Transit services run at a combined volume of 319 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 131 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
69.7% of residents in Jesmond report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 87% of areas nationally. 6.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.3 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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Assessing chronic disease incidence and mortality metrics, AreaSearch highlights notable health challenges across both older and younger demographics in Jesmond. Private health insurance adoption is particularly subdued, covering roughly 49% of residents (~1,771 people), which sits below the 51.9% recorded for Regional NSW and the Australian average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues represent the primary reported health conditions locally, diagnosed in 8.5% and 10.7% of the populace respectively. Meanwhile, 69.7% of residents noted an absence of ongoing medical conditions, higher than the 63.3% figure across Regional NSW. Working-age cohorts exhibit elevated rates of chronic illness.
Older residents aged 65 and over make up 7.2% of the local population (261 people), well below the 23.3% proportion in Regional NSW, with senior health indicators generally aligning with broader national benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
41.7% of Jesmond residents were born overseas and 40.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 84% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.3%) and Australian (20.5%). 3.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local community displays pronounced multicultural characteristics, with 41.7% of inhabitants born overseas and 40.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the leading faith, embraced by 37.0% of residents in Jesmond. The most prominent religious divergence appears in Islam, which is practiced by 18.7% of the local population compared to a regional benchmark of 0.8% across Regional NSW. Looking at parental heritage, the three primary ancestries recorded in Jesmond are Other at 24.0% (substantially above the 4.8% regional standard), English at 22.3% (below the 30.5% regional figure), and Australian at 20.5% (lower than the 30.0% regional share).
Several smaller ancestral backgrounds also register distinctive concentrations, with Macedonian comprising 1.0% locally (vs 0.4% regionally), Serbian representing 0.7% (vs 0.2%), and Korean standing at 0.5% (vs 0.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Jesmond is 29, younger than 93% of areas nationally. That is 2 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 46.8% 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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Demographically, Jesmond is younger than Regional NSW. Persons aged 25 - 44 make up 41.5% of the local community as at August 2026, compared to 23.5% across Regional NSW, while seniors aged 65+ account for 7.2% compared to 23.3% regionally. As at August 2026, AreaSearch estimates a median age of 29, a decrease from 31 at the 2021 Census, trailing the Regional NSW median of 43 by 14 years and the national median of 38 from the same Census. The 25 - 44 cohort has expanded from 34.8% at the Census to an estimated 41.5% and is projected to drive future growth, increasing by 1,191 (79%) to reach 2,700 by 2041.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Jesmond
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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 last month 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 last month 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 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 4 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 59 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,210 at the 2021 Census → 3,636 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 (SAL12032). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.