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The median house price in Killara (NSW) is $3.88m, with units at $1.10m. House values have moved -1.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Killara (NSW) has an estimated 11,187 residents, up from 10,620 at the 2021 Census — a change of 567 people, or 5.3%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 2,448 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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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Killara (NSW) stands at approximately 11,187 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 567 people (5.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 10,620 individuals. AreaSearch calculated this updated figure of 11,187 by reviewing the ABS Estimated Resident Population numbers from June 2025 and incorporating 71 validated new addresses since the Census. This population translates to a density of 2,447 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of national locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 5.3% rate of expansion in the suburb of Killara (NSW) since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region's 4.4% growth, establishing it as a local growth leader. This population gain was almost exclusively driven by overseas migration, which served as the primary source of growth in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 sectors lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline are substituted. The age group growth rates from these combined sources are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic transitions, the suburb of Killara (NSW) is anticipated to experience population growth slightly below the national median, adding 1,122 residents by 2041 according to collective SA2 projections, which represents a total expansion of 10.0% over the 16 years.
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130 new dwellings have been approved in Killara (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 26 a year. That is 2.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 33 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 73% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 64, running ahead of 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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An analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from regional data shows that Killara has averaged approximately 26 new residential approvals each year, summing to about 130 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 59 approvals have been registered. With an average of 2.3 new residents annually per dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, which indicates strong demand supporting local property values, new residential properties show an average construction cost of $1,319,000, reflecting a developer focus on high-end, premium projects. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $114.7 million this financial year, demonstrating substantial non-residential development activity.
Killara generates roughly 63% of the per capita building activity seen in Greater Sydney, ranking in the 33rd percentile of all areas evaluated nationwide, which translates to fewer choices for buyers and elevates demand for existing homes. This lower level of activity compared to the national average highlights a mature market and points to prospective regulatory or physical development constraints. Detached houses constitute 73.0% of recent construction, while apartments and townhouses account for 27.0%, preserving a suburban profile dominated by spacious family residences. Interestingly, the proportion of traditional houses under construction exceeds the share recorded in the Census (55.0%), showing sustained demand for detached family homes despite density pressures. A ratio of approximately 508 people for every residential approval underlines the mature state of the local market. Long-term forecasts suggest Killara will add 1,122 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the addition of new housing may not keep up with population growth, potentially heightening competition among buyers and supporting upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Killara (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Killara (NSW), worth an estimated $916 million. A further 115 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $41.4 billion. 32 are already under construction and 64 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and education & training. 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 infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major works play a significant role in area performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 34 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent works include the Transport Oriented Development - Lindfield Precinct, the Lindfield Village Hub, the residential development at 20, 22A & 22 Marian Street (The Marian TOD Site), and the Killara Golf Club Residential Development, with details of key projects provided below.
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IC3 Super West Data Centre
Purpose-built AI and cloud data centre under construction within the Macquarie Park Data Centre Campus. The facility will provide approximately 11,700 sqm of technical space and 47MW of IT load with air, liquid and hybrid cooling to support hyperscalers, government and enterprise AI workloads. The project remains under construction with service commencement targeted for September 2026.
Stanhope Road Development Site
Raw residential development site at 9, 11 & 15 Stanhope Road with 2,775sqm land area and 55m frontage. Zoned R2 Low Density Residential with potential for subdivision and development of luxury homes.
The Marian - 20, 22A & 22 Marian Street TOD Site
Amalgamated residential development opportunity branded 'The Marian' comprising 20, 22A and 22 Marian Street (approx. 3,876 sqm site) about 200 m to Killara Station. Within NSW TOD area around Killara Station with indicative FSR up to 2.5:1 under the government's TOD policy. Marketed via EOI closing 31 July 2024. No development application identified for the combined site as at August 17, 2025. Planning controls and local council positions on TOD are evolving in Ku-ring-gai.
Buckingham Road Residential Development
A luxury residential development comprising 34 apartments situated in a prime location directly adjoining the prestigious Killara Golf Course. The project includes rezoning from R2 Low Density Residential to R4 High Density Residential with amendments to building height, floor space ratio, and lot size provisions. The development features three small-footprint buildings ranging from 2-4 storeys, designed to integrate with the surrounding low density context while incorporating affordable housing components. Heritage setback zones protect adjacent heritage items, and the design preserves existing vegetation including Blue Gum High Forest.
Killara Golf Club Residential Development
Residential development on the northeast portion of Killara Golf Club comprising 165 apartments and 14 detached dwellings (179 total dwellings). The planning proposal seeks to rezone approximately 2.5 hectares from Residential 2(b) to R4 High Density Residential and R2 Low Density Residential zones with RE2 Private Recreation overlay. The proposal includes adaptive reuse or continued operation of the heritage-listed Art Deco clubhouse building (circa 1930s), retention of significant Blue Gum High Forest vegetation, and protection of heritage curtilage.Maximum building heights of 17.5m are proposed for R4 areas with floor space ratios ranging from 0.36:1 to 1.3:1. The Club submitted the planning proposal in 2017, which was publicly exhibited in May 2018 and adopted by Ku-ring-gai Council in November 2018. The proposal aims to provide financial sustainability for the golf club while delivering diverse housing options close to Killara Railway Station (800m walking distance). The development will maintain the 18-hole championship golf course and associated sporting facilities including tennis, bowls and squash courts.
Transport Oriented Development - Lindfield Precinct
The Lindfield Precinct is part of NSW Government's Transport Oriented Development (TOD) program, accelerating housing supply within 400 metres of high-frequency rail stations. Ku-ring-gai Council's alternative TOD plan was formally gazetted on 14 November 2025, replacing the original state-led controls with tailored local provisions under the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015. The alternative plan allows high-density mixed-use development in the station precinct with building heights between 6 and 24 storeys, while providing stronger protections for heritage conservation areas, tree canopy, and appropriate density transitions.The scheme enables capacity for approximately 24,728 homes across the four Ku-ring-gai TOD precincts (Gordon, Killara, Lindfield and Roseville). Council resolved on 18 November 2025 to discontinue its Land and Environment Court challenge against the original state TOD SEPP, with both parties bearing their own costs. Development applications are now proceeding under the new council-led controls, with multiple projects approved or in the pipeline at Lindfield.
The Origin Killara
Exclusive collection of 10 architecturally designed luxury townhomes featuring 3 and 4-bedroom layouts, Wolf appliances, European oak floors, private terraces and balconies. Located just 200m from Killara Station with underground parking and EV provisions.
Lourdes Retirement Village Expansion
Redevelopment of the existing Lourdes Retirement Village to deliver 141 independent living units, 63 townhouses and a 110 bed residential aged care facility with upgraded community facilities and road improvements.
5,679 residents of Killara (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 5,864. Unemployment sits at 3.1%, with participation at 62.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,346, about 84% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education, with particularly strong representation in the technology sector, an unemployment rate of just 3.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.4% over the preceding year based on regional data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 5,679, while the unemployment rate sat 1.0% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and labor participation was considerably lower at 62.1% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 62.1% of working residents operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for residents are professional & technical services, healthcare & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Local specialization is particularly pronounced in the professional & technical sector, where the employment share is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction employs only 4.2% of the local workforce, compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. Comparing the Census working population against resident totals suggests the area is primarily residential with few jobs available within its borders. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw employment expand by 2.4% and the labor force grow by 1.5%, resulting in a 0.8 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9%, labor force growth of 1.9%, and a minor decrease in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context for future labor demand in Killara. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment could rise by 7.6% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Killara (NSW) is $2,802 a week (about $146,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,117 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,363 a year against an average of $126,098. The average runs 102% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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 Killara ranks in the top percentile nationwide for income, based on the latest financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch. Taxpayers in the suburb record a median income of $62,363 and an average income of $126,098, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $68,799 for the median and $139,111 for the average. Census records show that household, family, and personal incomes in the suburb are positioned between the 86th and 95th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution figures show that 35.9% of the population (4,016 individuals) earn $4,000 or more, contrasting with regional trends where the most common bracket is $1,500 - 2,999 at 30.9%. This high concentration of high-income earners (47.8% earning over $3,000 weekly) indicates significant economic capacity. Housing costs represent 14.8% of income, while high overall earnings place residents in the 94th percentile for disposable income, and the local SEIFA income index ranks in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Killara (NSW) had 3,695 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 43% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $620 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,300 a month, a total housing cost higher than 94% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Killara consisted of 54.6% detached houses and 45.4% semi-detached properties, townhouses, and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates were notably higher than the metropolitan average at 40.6%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (33.3%) or rented (26.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was recorded at $3,300, which is significantly above the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427. Similarly, the median weekly rent of $620 exceeded the metropolitan average of $470.
On a national level, mortgage costs in the area are substantially higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Killara (NSW) counted 3,695 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,892 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 43% are couples with children, more than in 86% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 79.1% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 43.4%, couples without children at 23.7%, and single-parent households at 10.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 20.9%, with single-person households representing 19.4% and group shared households making up 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 persons, slightly larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
59.7% of adults in Killara (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 36.2% with a bachelor degree and 20.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 6.3% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 633 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,162 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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Educational attainment is exceptionally high, with 59.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university qualification, which is roughly double the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. This strong educational profile positions the local community well for knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 36.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 20.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%. Vocational education accounts for 16.0% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 6.3%. A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 33.3% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This group includes 10.7% in secondary schools, 10.0% in primary schools, and 8.1% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Killara (NSW) reaches 65 stops on 37 routes, timetabled for about 5,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 services in the area include 65 active stops, consisting of both train stations and bus stops. These locations are served by 37 different routes, which facilitate 5,833 passenger journeys every week. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 162 meters from their nearest public transit connection. Because the area is predominantly residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary transport mode at 77% and trains accounting for 16%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.3 cars per household. A high 62.1% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Transit services average 833 daily trips across all active routes, which averages out to approximately 89 trips per week at each individual stop.
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77.3% of residents in Killara (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 95% of areas nationally. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 76.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 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 indicators show excellent results, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic illness showing very low rates of common health conditions across all age groups. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 77% of the population (8,563 residents), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 5.7% and 5.0% of the population respectively, while 77.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.2% of the local population (2,259 individuals), which is higher than the Greater Sydney share of 15.5%.
Senior health outcomes are strong, with national indicators matching the favorable trends seen in the wider local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
47.9% of Killara (NSW) residents were born overseas and 42.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (24.4%) and English (19.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is notable, with 42.1% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 47.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 42.9% of the population. However, the most distinct variation from regional averages is in Judaism, which is practiced by 1.9% of local residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest groups are Chinese at 24.4% of the population (significantly above the regional average of 8.4%), English at 19.4%, and Australian at 15.3%. There are also distinct concentrations of other ethnic backgrounds, with Korean ancestry representing 3.3% of residents (compared to 1.1% regionally), Hungarian at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%), and Russian at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Killara (NSW) is 42. 25.2% 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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The median age of 42 years is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is well represented at 16.4% compared to metropolitan averages, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 8.8%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age cohort has expanded from 14.1% to 16.4% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 age group has contracted from 14.1% to 12.8% and the 0 to 4 group has decreased from 4.0% to 2.9%.
Population forecasts for 2041 suggest a changing demographic profile, led by a 48% increase in the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to grow from 794 to 1,174 individuals (an addition of 379 people). The combined age brackets of 65 and older are projected to make up 71% of total population growth, pointing to a steadily aging profile, while the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age brackets are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Killara (NSW)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 11 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 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 — 71 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,620 at the 2021 Census → 11,187 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 (SAL12137). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.