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The median house price in Kew (NSW) is $905k. House values have moved 4.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Kew (NSW) has an estimated 1,842 residents, up from 1,761 at the 2021 Census — a change of 81 people, or 4.6%. Growth has averaged 2.6% a year over five years. Density is about 90 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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According to the analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region, along with new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident population of Kew (NSW) is estimated to be approximately 1,842 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 81 people (4.6%) from the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 1,761 people. This population estimate of 1,842 is calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) combined with an additional 54 verified new addresses registered after the Census date. With this population level, the density ratio is 89 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and potential capacity for future growth.
Over the last ten years, Kew (NSW) has shown steady growth trends with a 6.0% compound annual growth rate, which is faster than the SA3 region. Population increases in the area were mainly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 85.0% of the total demographic gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch uses the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, published in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age brackets from these data sets are also applied to all areas for the period 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, population growth is projected to exceed the median for national non-metropolitan areas, with Kew (NSW) expected to add 325 residents by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total gain of 17.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
113 new dwellings have been approved in Kew (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 22 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 23 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 87% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. 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 approvals allocated from statistical area data, Kew has averaged approximately 22 approved residential properties annually, with an estimated 113 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 6 so far in FY-26. With an average of 2 people moving to the area for every new dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem well-balanced, supporting stable market conditions, although recent figures show a moderation to 1.2 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, indicating a more balanced alignment.
The expected construction cost of new homes averages $431,000, which is higher than regional norms and points to a focus on quality builds. Furthermore, $2.6 million in commercial development approvals have been logged during this financial year, suggesting a small scale of commercial growth. Relative to the Rest of NSW, Kew exhibits 65.0% more building approvals per resident, which should offer purchasers plenty of options. This rate stands well above the national average, showing strong developer trust in the area. Recent building works consist of 87.0% detached houses and 13.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the low-density profile of the area with a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers looking for space. With approximately 66 people per approval, Kew is characterized as a low-density area. Looking forward, Kew is projected to add 325 residents up to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current construction trends, new dwelling supply should easily satisfy demand, maintaining favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond the current forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 59 current infrastructure and development projects close to Kew (NSW), worth an estimated $6.65 billion. 20 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Changes in regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning frameworks have a major influence on an area's growth. AreaSearch has identified no projects that are expected to impact the locality. Prominent regional projects include the Lake Cathie Public School upgrade, Pacific Highway Upgrade: Hexham To Brisbane, Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, and Corridor Preservation For East Coast High Speed Rail, with the subsequent list detailing the projects most likely to be relevant.
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Beach to Beach Shared Path
Community-driven active transport and recreation project delivering an approximately 11 km shared walking and cycling route between North Haven Breakwall and Pilot Beach. Stage D3 was completed in June 2024 and Stage D5, including the signature over-water boardwalk, was completed in August 2025, extending the completed network to more than 8 km. Remaining sections will be delivered as future planning, approvals and funding are secured.
Beach to Beach Shared Path
Coastal shared pathway connecting beaches and recreational areas, providing safe pedestrian and cycling access between key destinations along the Port Macquarie coastline.
Lake Cathie Public School upgrade
Upgrade delivering 17 flexible learning spaces (including 2 support unit classrooms), a new hall, new bus bay, refurbished library and special programs unit, and landscaping. Works completed December 2021 to enhance capacity and learning environments for the growing Lake Cathie community.
The Pacific at Catarina Beachfront Estate
The first release at Catarina Beachfront Estate, The Pacific features a boutique collection of luxury apartments and exclusive penthouses. Designed by ELK Architecture, the project is part of a larger masterplan for Catarina Estate which will include a future retail precinct with cafes, shops, and hospitality venues, as well as conference facilities, a function centre, a pub and a gym.
Whitewater Terrace Development, Lake Cathie
A five-building mixed-use development including 95 apartments with tourist accommodation, about 1240sq m of commercial space, indoor recreation facilities, and parking for 176 vehicles.
Glen Eden Estate
A 68-lot residential estate in Lake Cathie offering a mix of coastal and rural living, with lots ranging in size from 465m2 to 2,972m2. The estate is fully sold out and registered, with new home builds largely complete. Located minutes from the local shopping centre, Lake Cathie Public School, Lake Cathie Beach, and walking trails, and around a 20 minute drive to Port Macquarie.
Lake Cathie Foreshore Reserve Master Plan
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has adopted a revised Master Plan for the Lake Cathie Foreshore Reserve, updating the original 2018 plan. The plan sets out a staged vision for the foreshore including a continuous coastal walkway, safer and more accessible paths and crossings, formalised parking to protect tree roots, new picnic shelters, shade trees, seating and lighting, coastal protection upgrades including sea wall staging, and improvements across Aqua Reserve, Bundella Ave, and Jonathan Dickson Reserve. Early works including the Lake Cathie Skate Space and accessible amenities were delivered under the 2018 plan.The updated plan was formally adopted at the 11 December 2025 Ordinary Council Meeting following public exhibition and community engagement.
Rainbow Beach Estate
A 704-lot masterplanned residential estate located between Lake Cathie and Bonny Hills on the NSW Mid North Coast, developed by St Vincent's Foundation with King & Campbell as principal consultant. The estate offers house and land packages across staged releases, with Stage 6C currently selling. Community amenities include a future village shopping centre, walkways, cycleways, lakeside parklands, regenerated bushland corridors, playing fields, and a preschool and primary school adjoining the estate. The town centre is planned to service over 10,000 residents on completion.
613 residents of Kew (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 622. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 38.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,672, about 91% 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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Kew features a balanced labor force that includes both white-collar and blue-collar workers, with essential services sectors well represented, alongside an unemployment rate of only 1.4%, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026613 residents are employed, which is 2.7% lower than the Regional NSW unemployment rate of 4.1%, while workforce participation is considerably lower (38.1% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%). Census responses indicate that a low 12.6% of residents worked from home, although the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns should be taken into account. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
The area has a notable concentration of workers in retail trade, with its employment share at 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, public administration & safety is underrepresented, making up 4.3% of local employment compared to the regional average of 7.5%. The community appears to offer few local jobs, as shown by the comparison of the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas, the labor force shrank by 3.0% and employment fell by 3.2% during the year ending March 2026, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in employment, a 0.4% decline in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context on future demand in Kew. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local industry mix to estimate growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of growth varies widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to Kew's local mix suggests that employment in the area should rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Kew (NSW) is $1,107 a week (about $58,000 a year), with median personal income at $542 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $38,794 a year against an average of $48,265. 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 Kew's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb of Kew's median income among taxpayers is $38,794 and the average income stands at $48,265, 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 $42,798 (median) and $53,246 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Kew all fall between the 6th and 7th percentiles nationally.
Income brackets indicate the $800 - 1,499 bracket dominates with 35.2% of residents (648 people), diverging from regional levels where the $1,500 - 2,999 category predominates at 29.9%. While housing costs are modest with 88.3% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 12th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kew (NSW) had 740 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 1% apartments. 22% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 67% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,769 a month. Rent absorbs 33.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 36.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, residential dwelling types in Kew consisted of 97.7% separate houses and 2.3% other home types (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% other home types in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels in Kew were significantly higher than the Regional NSW average, standing at 67.3%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (21.8%) or rented (10.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Regional NSW average at $1,769, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $370, compared to Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Kew are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kew (NSW) counted 740 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 86% of areas nationally, against 49% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority at 75.5% of all households, consisting of 20.4% couples with children, 48.6% couples without children, and 6.5% single-parent households. The remaining 24.5% are non-family households, which consist of single-person households at 22.8% and group households at 1.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.2% of adults in Kew (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 9.9% with a bachelor degree and 2.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 83% of areas nationally. A further 33.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 901 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 954 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 region exhibits educational vulnerabilities, with the share of residents holding university qualifications (15.2%) falling well below the NSW average of 32.2%. This represents both a difficulty and an opening for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 9.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.8%) and postgraduate degrees (2.5%). Vocational and technical training are highly prevalent, with 43.3% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, which include advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (33.3%). Residents attending school or university account for 18.3% of the population. Within this group, 6.7% are enrolled in high school, 6.5% are in primary school, and 1.5% are undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Kew (NSW) reaches 13 stops on 34 routes, timetabled for about 380 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 data shows 13 active transit stops operating in Kew, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 34 separate routes, which provide a total of 377 passenger trips per week. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with residents living an average of 265 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is mainly a residential area, the majority of residents commute to other locations, and the private car is the main form of transport at 98%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.4.
A low 12.6% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules). Service frequencies average 53 trips per day across all transport routes, which translates to roughly 29 weekly trips for each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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50.0% of residents in Kew (NSW) report no long-term health condition. 9.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 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 statistics demonstrate favorable outcomes for residents in Kew, with AreaSearch's analysis of death rates and medical conditions showing patterns that align closely with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses is quite low across the broader population, though it exceeds national figures within older, high-risk age groups. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is particularly low, accounting for approximately 46% of the population (~849 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical complaints in the region were arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 16.5 and 8.6% of residents, respectively.
Meanwhile, 50.0% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age cohort experiences notable health difficulties, with higher rates of chronic conditions. Residents aged 65 and over make up 46.9% of the population (863 people), which is significantly higher than the 23.4% seen in Regional NSW. Health trends among older residents show some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Kew (NSW) is largely Australian-born, at 86.7% of residents, with 2.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (36.4%) and Australian (27.4%). 4.0% 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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Kew displays a lower level of cultural diversity compared to average benchmarks, with 86.7% of residents born in Australia, 94.4% holding citizenship, and 97.6% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 62.0% of the population in Kew, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at ancestry (based on parent birthplaces), the three largest groups in Kew are English, representing 36.4% of the population (considerably higher than the regional average of 30.5%), Australian, representing 27.4%, and Scottish, representing 10.4%. There are also distinct differences in other ancestral groups: Irish is overrepresented at 10.2% of Kew (compared to 8.8% regionally), Maltese is at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%), and Australian Aboriginal is at 4.0% (compared to 4.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kew (NSW) is 62, older than 99% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 14.4% 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 62 years, Kew's median age is significantly higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and well above the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, Kew shows a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age bracket (25.5%) but a smaller proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds (6.1%). This concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is far higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 85+ cohort has increased from 3.0% to 4.2% of the population. Conversely, the 65 to 74 demographic has decreased from 27.4% to 25.5% and the 45 to 54 group has declined from 8.8% to 7.7%.
By 2041, Kew is projected to experience significant shifts in its age structure. The 75 to 84 cohort is expected to grow substantially, increasing by 68 people (22%) from 316 to 385. Notably, the combined age brackets of 65+ will account for 57% of total population growth, showing the aging demographic trend of the area. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 bracket is projected to increase by a modest 1% (2 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kew (NSW)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, 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 — 54 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,761 at the 2021 Census → 1,842 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 (SAL12117). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.