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The median house price in Kurri Kurri is $690k, with units at $515k. House values have moved 6.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Kurri Kurri has an estimated 6,411 residents, up from 6,174 at the 2021 Census — a change of 237 people, or 3.8%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. That puts 1,267 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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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Kurri Kurri has an estimated population of 6,411 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 237 people (3.8%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 6,174 individuals. This growth is calculated from the resident population of 6,382, determined by AreaSearch from the June 2025 ABS ERP release and 69 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 1,267 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
The 3.8% increase in the suburb of Kurri Kurri since the census is within 1.1 percentage points of the Rest of NSW (4.9%), indicating competitive growth dynamics. Demographic expansion was mostly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 68.0% of total population growth in recent times, though natural growth and overseas migration were also positive contributors. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, NSW State Government projections released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are utilized. Age group growth rates from these sources are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic patterns suggest substantial population gains in the top quartile of non-capital locations, with the suburb of Kurri Kurri projected to expand by 2,206 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level figures, representing a 34.0% increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
191 new dwellings have been approved in Kurri Kurri over the past five years, an average of 38 a year. That is 6.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 39 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 77% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 10, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals, Kurri Kurri has recorded an average of roughly 38 residential approvals each year, summing to an estimated 191 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 so far, 10 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.2 new residents added annually per completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand and supply appear well-balanced, supporting stable market conditions, while new dwellings carry an average construction cost of $351,000. Commercial approvals stand at $5.1 million for the current financial year, showing a modest emphasis on commercial projects.
Compared to the Rest of NSW, Kurri Kurri registers about 59% of the per capita building activity, ranking in the 51st percentile among all areas evaluated across the nation. New construction consists of 77.0% detached houses and 23.0% medium and high-density dwellings, preserving the traditional suburban style of the area with family-oriented layouts. The ratio of approximately 327 people per approval highlights Kurri Kurri as a low density locality. Looking ahead, Kurri Kurri is projected to add 2,177 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, housing supply might lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and driving stronger price increases.
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 one current infrastructure or development project inside Kurri Kurri, worth an estimated $450 million. A further 37 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.9 billion. 13 are already under construction and 16 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is heavily shaped by changes to infrastructure, major developments, and regional planning. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include the Kurri Kurri Lateral Pipeline (KKLP) and Storage Project, the Hunter Power Project (Kurri Kurri Power Station), the Hunter Regional Plan 2041, and the Heddon Greta South Road and Drainage Improvements, with the subsequent list detailing the most relevant undertakings.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Kurri Kurri Lateral Pipeline (KKLP) and Storage Project
The KKLP consists of a 21km gas transmission pipeline and a 24km larger diameter serpentine pipeline functioning as a storage reservoir. It connects the Hunter Power Project in Kurri Kurri to the Sydney to Newcastle pipeline. The A$450 million project completed construction and commenced commissioning in 2025.
Weston Public Preschool
A new public preschool is under construction at Weston Public School as part of the NSW Government's $769 million program to deliver 100 new public preschools co-located with public primary schools. Located in the southeast corner of the school, the preschool will feature two purpose-built rooms, an outdoor play area, and administration, amenities and staff facilities to accommodate up to 40 children per day. WMK Architecture designed the facility and Richard Crookes Constructions is the appointed builder.As of mid-2026, services reticulation throughout the school is complete and the building structure, including the roof, has been finished. Internal services installation is underway, window installation has begun, and external cladding is in progress. Internal linings will start once the building is watertight, with landscaping to follow. The preschool is on track to open for Day 1, Term 1, 2027.
Weston Bears Facility Upgrade
A multi-million dollar upgrade of Weston Bears Park, the home of Weston Bears Football Club, a Newcastle Premier League club founded in 1907. The project refurbished the existing grandstand into a new clubroom, canteen, office, and members' space, and delivered new team change rooms, referee facilities, a gym, and improved spectator amenities, along with a new car park and landscaping. Funded through the Australian Government's Growing Regions Program and Council's operational budget, the upgrade was officially unveiled in March 2026 and is intended to support the club's growth, including a new female football program.The venue has since hosted high-profile fixtures, including an Australia Cup match against A-League club Melbourne City FC.
Avery's Rise
Avery's Rise is an approximately 750-lot masterplanned residential estate at Heddon Greta in the Hunter region. The development continues to release new stages of serviced residential land and house-and-land packages. Recent Stage 5C and Stage 10 releases, together with ongoing home construction, indicate the estate remains under active development with supporting community infrastructure including the new Averys Rise Park.
Heddon Greta South Road and Drainage Improvements
Upgrades to road pavement and stormwater infrastructure across key streets to improve deteriorating road conditions and manage stormwater more effectively, reducing flooding risk. The project involves road pavement and stormwater improvements along Heddon Street and other roads in Heddon Greta.
The Loxford Estate
A large-scale residential development featuring 354 approved homesites across 2000 hectares, with 800 hectares designated as environmental conservation land. Award-winning Hunter-based property developers McCloy Group and Stevens Group are delivering this masterplanned community where contemporary living meets wholesome family lifestyle, featuring vibrant public art, playgrounds, and mature street trees.
Hunter Expressway (M15)
A 39.5 km controlled-access expressway linking the M1 Pacific Motorway near Seahampton/Cameron Park to the New England Highway near Branxton, bypassing Maitland and improving safety, connectivity and travel times across the Hunter region. Opened in March 2014 with an estimated cost of about AUD 1.7 billion.
Heddon Greta - Cliftleigh Corridor Structure Plan
The Structure Plan is a strategic framework adopted by Cessnock City Council to manage rapid urban growth between Kurri Kurri and Maitland. It addresses critical infrastructure needs including the duplication of Main Road (MR195), expansion of the Hunter Water wastewater network, and delivery of new open spaces and community facilities. The plan coordinates development across the Cliftleigh, Heddon Greta, and Avery's Village urban release areas to improve connectivity and liveability in the Hunter region.
2,796 residents of Kurri Kurri are employed, from a labour force of 2,974. Unemployment sits at 6.0%, with participation at 56.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,108, about 80% 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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Kurri Kurri features a diverse labor force spanning both white and blue-collar occupations, with notable representation in industrial and manufacturing sectors, an unemployment rate of 6.0%, and an annual employment growth estimate of 1.1% based on statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, 2,796 residents are employed, which places the local unemployment rate 1.9% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, while the participation rate is slightly below average (56.6% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census responses show that a low 11.9% of workers operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The workforce is highly specialized in manufacturing, representing 1.6 times the regional proportion. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing only 1.1% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. A comparison of the Census working population against resident workers suggests this highly residential locality offers limited job openings within its boundaries. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 1.1% and the labor force grow by 0.2%, which lowered the unemployment rate by 0.8 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NSW saw employment shrink by 0.9% and its labor force contract by 0.4%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 provide further context for future demand in Kurri Kurri. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been matched with the local workforce distribution to project growth. While national employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of change varies widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment structure indicates Kurri Kurri's employment should grow by 5.9% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and excludes localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Kurri Kurri is $1,254 a week (about $65,000 a year), with median personal income at $636 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,605 a year against an average of $54,635. 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 Kurri Kurri records a median taxpayer income of $46,605 and an average of $54,635, based on the latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are below the national average, contrasting with Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, the figures would stand at approximately $51,415 for the median and $60,273 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Kurri Kurri sit between the 16th and 17th percentiles nationwide.
Income distribution statistics show 31.5% of the population (2,019 individuals) fall in the $1,500 - 2,999 brackets, aligning with regional trends where 29.9% share this range. Affordability pressures are high, leaving just 82.1% of income remaining, which ranks in the 16th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kurri Kurri had 2,430 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 4% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,417 a month. Rent absorbs 25.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Kurri Kurri at the time of the latest Census consisted of 83.2% houses and 16.8% other options (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels in Kurri Kurri lagged behind the state regional average, sitting at 30.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (34.9%) or renters (34.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,417 was well below the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $320 compared to the regional figure of $330.
On a national level, mortgage payments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also substantially below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kurri Kurri counted 2,430 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 65.8%, consisting of couples with children at 24.1%, couples without children at 22.9%, and single parent households at 17.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.2%, with single-person households representing 31.3% and group living situations making up 2.6%. The median household occupancy of 2.4 residents aligns with the Regional NSW average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
8.7% of adults in Kurri Kurri hold a university qualification, including 6.7% with a bachelor degree and 1.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 93% of areas nationally. A further 34.4% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,731 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 930 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 experiences educational gaps, with university graduation rates (8.7%) falling well below the NSW average of 32.2%. This represents both a hurdle and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.1%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Vocational and technical skills are highly represented, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas (7.2%) and certificates (34.4%). Learning participation is quite high, with 26.2% of residents enrolled in study. This includes 9.3% in primary schools, 7.2% in secondary schools, and 2.4% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Kurri Kurri reaches 50 stops on 47 routes, timetabled for about 680 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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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Analysis of public transit options shows 50 active transport stops operating within Kurri Kurri, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 47 different routes, which provide 678 passenger trips each week. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 191 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is primarily a residential area, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the dominant transit mode at 96%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A low 11.9% of workers commute from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Weekly timetables show an average of 96 daily trips across all routes, which translates to roughly 13 weekly trips for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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56.7% of residents in Kurri Kurri report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 9.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.8 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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Significant health concerns are apparent in Kurri Kurri based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, which affect both older and younger cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very low at roughly 49% of the population (~3,115 individuals). This is below the 51.9% level recorded in Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues locally are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 12.7 and 10.7% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 56.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The workforce-aged population faces notable challenges with elevated chronic illness rates. Residents aged 65 and older represent 18.1% of the population (1,160 individuals), which is lower than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health profiles for older residents show challenges, with national percentiles matching the broader community trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Kurri Kurri is largely Australian-born, at 94.2% of residents, with 2.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (34.0%) and English (32.3%). 8.4% 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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Kurri Kurri exhibits lower cultural diversity indicators, with citizens making up 92.1% of the population, 94.2% born in Australia, and 97.9% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 51.8% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at ancestral background, the three largest groups in Kurri Kurri are Australian at 34.0%, English at 32.3%, and Australian Aboriginal at 8.4%. Notable differences in other backgrounds include a higher representation of Scottish ancestry at 8.4% (compared to 8.0% regionally) and Samoan at 0.2% (compared to 0.1% regionally), while Macedonian ancestry stands at 0.1% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kurri Kurri is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 37 years in Kurri Kurri is much lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 and very close to the national median of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds (17.8%), while the 65 - 74 age group is relatively smaller (10.0%) than in Regional NSW. Since 2021, the median age has decreased by 1.0 years from 38 to 37, representing a shift toward a younger demographic. Key changes include the 25 to 34 age group increasing from 15.4% to 17.8% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort rising from 10.4% to 12.8%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.3% to 10.9% and the 55 to 64 bracket declined from 12.0% to 10.8%. Population projections for 2041 show notable changes for Kurri Kurri, led by the 25 to 34 age group which is forecast to grow by 41% (465 people), expanding to 1,607 from 1,141.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kurri Kurri
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 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 — 69 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,174 at the 2021 Census → 6,411 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 (SAL12229). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.