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The median house price in Kingsford (NSW) is $2.85m, with units at $1.00m. House values have moved 1.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Kingsford (NSW) has an estimated 16,884 residents, up from 13,492 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,392 people, or 25.1%. Growth has averaged 2.5% a year over five years, faster than 94% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 97.0% of that increase. That puts 8,484 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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Drawing from ABS population statistics for the surrounding region and address validations completed by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Kingsford (NSW) has an estimated population of 16,884 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,392 people (25.1%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 13,492 residents. The calculation is based on a resident population estimate of 16,879 by AreaSearch, derived from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 73 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density of 8,484 persons per square kilometer, placing the area within the top 10% of national locations evaluated by AreaSearch, highlighting the high demand for local land.
The 25.1% growth rate of the suburb of Kingsford (NSW) since the 2021 census outpaced both the state average of 7.1% and the wider SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. This population expansion was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 97.0% of the total population increase in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are implemented. Age cohort growth rates derived from these figures are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, the suburb of Kingsford (NSW) is projected to experience population growth exceeding the median of areas evaluated by AreaSearch, with an expected increase of 2,879 persons by 2041, translating to a total growth of 17.0% over the 16 years.
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107 new dwellings have been approved in Kingsford (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 21 a year. That is 1.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 29% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 22, 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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Analysis of building approval statistics from the ABS, distributed from local statistical data, indicates that Kingsford experiences an approval rate of approximately 21 new residential properties annually, with a total of 107 homes approved over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 21 approvals have been registered. Given that an average of 18.3 people per year moved to the area for every new home constructed over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand is significantly outpacing the supply of new housing, a scenario that typically drives prices higher and intensifies competition among buyers.
The average estimated construction cost for these new dwellings is $979,000, indicating that developers are targeting the high-end market with premium builds. Furthermore, commercial building approvals worth $13.7 million have been registered in the current financial year, indicating a moderate level of commercial construction activity. Relative to Greater Sydney, Kingsford registers approximately two-thirds the volume of new residential approvals on a per-capita basis, placing it in the 11th percentile of locations evaluated across the nation, which limits choice for buyers and sustains demand for established properties. This rate is also below the national average, reflecting the established nature of the locality and pointing to potential planning restrictions. Of the homes constructed recently, standalone houses make up 29.0% while medium and high-density formats represent 71.0%. This shift towards higher density offers affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. The ratio of approximately 1440 people per approval highlights the mature, settled character of the area. Demographic projections indicate that Kingsford is set to add 2,874 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If current building rates do not accelerate, the supply of new housing is likely to fall behind this population growth, potentially worsening buyer competition and supporting upward pressure on property prices.
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 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Kingsford (NSW), worth an estimated $3.36 billion. A further 104 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $55.2 billion. 35 are already under construction and 36 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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 updates, major projects, and planning changes are major drivers of local real estate trends. A total of 36 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the local area. Key developments include the Mixed Use Development Kingsford, the Bundock Street Housing Redevelopment Project, the 87-91 Middle Street Boarding House, and the 273 Anzac Parade Mixed-Use Development, with the most significant projects listed below.
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One Global Gallery (formerly Eastlakes Live)
A $1 billion urban renewal project transforming the former Eastlakes Shopping Centre into a modern town centre. Stage 1 (The Grand Residences) is complete, featuring 133 luxury apartments and a retail precinct anchored by ALDI and Woolworths Metro. Stage 2, rebranded as One Global Gallery, is under construction and will deliver a 13,000sqm three-level retail and dining precinct with approximately 400 additional apartments and an 'eat street' dining destination.
Kingsford Green
A high-quality mixed-use urban renewal project comprising three towers (9 to 14 storeys) atop a shared podium. The development features 656 student accommodation beds, ground-floor retail, and integrated community facilities. It includes the revitalisation of the Kingsford Church of Christ with a new multi-purpose auditorium and cafe, while providing improved pedestrian links to the Juniors Kingsford Light Rail station.
87-91 Middle Street Boarding House
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a 3-storey boarding house comprising 70 boarding rooms, managers room, communal areas, basement car parking, landscaping, and associated works.
Bundock Street Housing Redevelopment
A 62-dwelling architecturally designed residential development on approximately 2.7 ha within Randwick Barracks, providing quality housing for Defence members and their families. Bounded by Bundock Street, Canberra Avenue, Hendy Avenue, and extensions of Gumara Street and Felicity Place, the project includes site remediation (PFAS and contamination), traffic management improvements, heritage management, and biodiversity protection measures. The project has been referred to DCCEEW for EPBC Act assessment, with a subsequent PWC submission planned. Construction could commence from mid-to-late 2025 pending approvals.
UNSW Health Translation Hub
The $600 million UNSW Health Translation Hub (HTH) is a 15-storey, 35,600 square metre facility designed to integrate clinical education, research, and health services. Officially opened in November 2025 by the NSW Premier, the hub serves as a centerpiece of the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct. It features direct skybridge connections to the Sydney Children's Hospital and the Wallace Wurth Building, fostering collaboration between UNSW Sydney, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, and industry partners like The George Institute.The building is the first in NSW to achieve a 6 Star Green Star rating under the new scheme, featuring a high-performance facade that reduces solar radiation by 60%.
Sydney Children's Hospital Stage 1 & Minderoo Children's Comprehensive Cancer Centre
A $658 million redevelopment known as the Bilima Building, featuring a new 12-storey structure that integrates the Minderoo Children's Comprehensive Cancer Centre. The facility provides 200 beds, an expanded emergency department, a neurosciences centre, and Australia's first integrated paediatric cancer research and clinical care hub. Designed with a biophilic approach, it includes over 3,000 square metres of green space and advanced laboratory facilities.
Prince of Wales Hospital Acute Services Building
The 13-storey, 55,000 square metre Acute Services Building is the centrepiece of the Randwick Campus Redevelopment. It features an expanded adult emergency department, intensive care unit, digital operating theatres, and a helipad. The facility integrates clinical services with health-related research and education through a 5,000 square metre UNSW extension. Major construction was completed in late 2022, with the facility opening to the public in stages throughout 2023.
273 Anzac Parade Mixed-Use Development
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a part 5 and part 16 storey mixed-use development with two tower elements comprising ground and first floor commercial with boarding house above comprising 142 boarding rooms and a Manager's room, two levels of basement car parking, landscaping and associated works. The project involves student accommodation with retail and commercial spaces.
9,644 residents of Kingsford (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 10,039. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 65.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 13,168, about 78% 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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Kingsford is characterized by a workforce with high levels of education, particularly in the technology sector, alongside a low unemployment rate of 3.9% and an estimated annual employment expansion of 1.6%, according to statistical area data aggregated by AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 9,644, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.2% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is somewhat lower than average, standing at 65.7% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census responses indicated that a significant 45.7% of the workforce operated from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The representation of workers in education & training is notably high, standing at 1.6 times the average for the broader region. Conversely, manufacturing is under-represented, employing only 2.6% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. The imbalance between the local working population and the resident workforce suggests that this mostly residential locality provides limited local job opportunities. Aggregated SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical areas indicates that in the year leading up to March 2026, employment numbers rose by 1.6% and the total labor force expanded by 2.0%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor reduction. Future employment demand in Kingsford can be contextualized using national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local workforce profile to estimate future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion rates vary widely by sector. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local industry mix yields an estimated employment increase in Kingsford of 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection that does not incorporate localized population adjustments.
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Median household income in Kingsford (NSW) is $1,892 a week (about $98,000 a year), with median personal income at $845 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,549 a year against an average of $77,677. The average runs 54% 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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Taxpayer statistics at the postcode level from the ATO, compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, show that Kingsford residents recorded a median income of $50,549 and an average income of $77,677. This represents a high level nationally, whereas Greater Sydney registered a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values would stand at approximately $55,766 for the median and $85,693 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes in Kingsford around the 58th percentile nationally.
The largest segment, accounting for 28.5% of residents (4,811 people), falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring the broader region where 30.9% of the population is in the same bracket. High housing expenses account for 20.6% of household income, but solid earnings keep disposable income at the 53rd percentile, and the area is situated in the 8th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kingsford (NSW) had 5,078 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 36% detached houses and 51% apartments. 20% are owned with a mortgage, 52% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $475 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 90% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 25.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 36.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Kingsford consisted of 35.9% standalone houses and 64.2% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, and other configurations, compared to metropolitan Sydney where houses represent 55.9% and other structures make up 44.1%. The home ownership rate in Kingsford was recorded at 27.3%, matching the Sydney metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged at 20.3% or rented at 52.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $3,000 was considerably higher than the Sydney metropolitan average, while the median weekly rent was $475, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,427 and $470 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage commitments in Kingsford are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kingsford (NSW) counted 5,078 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,355 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 21% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of local households at 59.6%, consisting of couples with children at 28.2%, couples without children at 21.0%, and single parents at 8.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.4%, with single-person households representing 27.7% and group households making up 12.6% of the total. The median household size stands at 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.6% of adults in Kingsford (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 29.6% with a bachelor degree and 17.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 92% of areas nationally. A further 10.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Kingsford is well above average, with 49.6% of the population aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of education positions the local population well for professional opportunities in knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 29.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 17.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational education accounts for 20.4% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 9.5% and certificates at 10.9%.
A high proportion of the population is engaged in studies, with 37.0% of residents currently enrolled in an educational institution. This figure includes 16.2% studying at the tertiary level, 7.2% in primary school, and 6.1% attending secondary school.
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Public transport in Kingsford (NSW) reaches 58 stops on 50 routes, timetabled for about 9,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.7 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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Analysis of the public transport network shows 58 active transit stops in Kingsford, providing a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops host 50 distinct routes that together facilitate 9,886 passenger trips each week. Access to transport is excellent, with residents living an average of 126 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 58%, followed by buses at 15% and walking at 11%. Car ownership stands at an average of 0.7 vehicles per household, which is below the wider metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 45.7%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era working patterns. Services run at an average frequency of 1,412 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 170 weekly trips for each transit stop.
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78.5% of residents in Kingsford (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 86% of areas nationally. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health data indicates strong outcomes throughout Kingsford, reflecting low mortality rates and a low prevalence of chronic diseases across all age categories, alongside a high level of private health insurance coverage held by approximately 58% of the population (~9,726 people). This compares to a coverage rate of 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 5.9% and 5.7% of the population respectively, while 78.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and over make up 10.9% of the population (1,840 people), a lower proportion than the 15.5% average for Greater Sydney.
Senior residents exhibit positive health indicators, with national health rankings aligned with those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
51.5% of Kingsford (NSW) residents were born overseas and 46.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 90% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (16.8%) and English (14.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Kingsford is characterized by a high level of cultural diversity, with 46.4% of the population using a non-English language at home and 51.5% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 46.7% of the local population. However, the most significant variance from regional averages is in Judaism, which is adhered to by 3.7% of residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding family heritage based on parents' country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are Other at 16.9%, Chinese at 16.8% (which is double the regional average of 8.4%), and English at 14.1%.
Other notable demographic variations include a Greek ancestry representation of 7.1% (compared to 1.9% across the region), French ancestry at 1.1% (compared to 0.5%), and Russian ancestry at 0.8% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kingsford (NSW) is 30, younger than 86% of areas nationally. That is 3 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 53.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of Kingsford residents is 30 years, making the population younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Sydney area, Kingsford has a higher proportion of residents aged 15 - 24, at 25.8% compared to a national average of 12.7%, but fewer children aged 5 - 14, at 6.6%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that an influx of younger residents has lowered the median age by 3.4 years to 30. Changes in age structure show the 15 to 24 demographic growing from 17.4% to 25.8% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age group increasing from 20.6% to 27.2%.
Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 age bracket decreased from 13.6% to 10.6%, and the 5 to 14 group fell from 9.4% to 6.6%. Population projections for 2041 point to significant changes, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow the most at 15%, adding 703 residents to reach 5,296, while the 0 to 4 group is projected to see minimal growth of 8% (39 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kingsford (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 — 73 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (13,492 at the 2021 Census → 16,884 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 (SAL12164). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.