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The median house price in Lambton is $1.23m, with units at $765k. House values have moved 5.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Lambton has an estimated 5,598 residents, up from 5,214 at the 2021 Census — a change of 384 people, or 7.4%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 71.0% of that increase. That puts 2,058 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations combining ABS regional figures with validated new addresses post-Census, the suburb of Lambton has an estimated headcount of 5,598 as of Aug 2026. This equates to an addition of 384 people (7.4%) over the 5,214 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. Such expansion is drawn from an AreaSearch resident estimate of 5,584—determined from ABS ERP releases in June 2025—alongside 53 newly confirmed addresses after the Census. Consequently, local population density reaches 2,058 persons per square kilometer, outpacing typical figures recorded across AreaSearch's nationwide benchmarks. With a 7.4% rise from the 2021 census, the suburb outstripped Rest of NSW (5.1%) as well as the broader SA4 region, positioning it at the forefront of regional growth.
This upturn was predominantly underpinned by overseas migration, which made up around 71.0% of the aggregate population additions over recent timeframes. Population modeling by AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections published in 2024 using 2022 baseline figures, turning to NSW State Government SA2 forecasts issued in 2022 with a 2021 base year for any unlisted zones. Age-specific trajectory rates derived from these datasets are applied locally across 2032 to 2041. Over the coming years, forward-looking estimates place the suburb of Lambton within the bottom quartile for non-metropolitan growth, with combined SA2 calculations indicating a net addition of 87 persons through to 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 1.3% throughout the 16 years.
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99 new dwellings have been approved in Lambton over the past five years, an average of 19 a year. That places the area in the 74th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 29 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 52% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 45, 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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Evaluation of ABS residential approval statistics by AreaSearch shows that the suburb averages roughly 19 dwelling approvals annually, totaling 99 approved residences over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 45 recorded during FY-25 to date. An average inflow of 3 people per year for every newly built residence over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) indicates solid underlying demand favorable to asset values. Construction values for these incoming residences average $529,000, modestly exceeding regional norms and demonstrating an appetite for premium builds. In parallel, approvals for commercial construction stand at $2.6 million in the current financial year, pointing to a subdued commercial development pipeline.
Per capita building figures in Lambton align closely with Rest of NSW, sustaining a balanced supply-demand dynamic in step with the surrounding district. Approvals for new residential construction are divided between separate houses at 52.0% and medium to high-density dwellings at 48.0%, highlighting an increasing prevalence of attached layouts designed to provide varied price points, spanning expansive family floorplans to entry-level compact dwellings. This marks a clear pivot away from the local baseline stock (76.0% detached dwellings), driven by tightening land supply while accommodating modern lifestyle preferences for diversified and affordable housing. Recording approximately 127 people per dwelling approval, the locality displays typical growth-market traits. Demographic projections suggest an overall expansion of 73 residents for Lambton through to 2041 relative to the newest AreaSearch quarterly figures. Under prevailing construction velocity, the delivery of new housing stock is poised to satisfy incoming demand with ease, creating supportive buying conditions and potentially facilitating expansion above current population expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Lambton, worth an estimated $510 million. A further 18 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.79 billion. 6 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Community performance and future trajectory are heavily shaped by civil works, key developments, and planning schemes. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 15 projects anticipated to influence the immediate surroundings. Prominent undertakings encompass the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, Hunter Indoor Sports Centre (HISC), Lambton Park Master Plan, and Newcastle Inner City Bypass - Rankin Park to Jesmond, with primary initiatives detailed in the accompanying overview.
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Lambton Park Master Plan
A comprehensive master plan approved by Newcastle Council to guide the future development of Lambton Park. The plan focuses on enhancing facilities, community engagement, heritage preservation, and recreational opportunities while maintaining the park as an open green space. Key developments include Lambton Pool upgrades, heritage rotunda preservation, improved accessibility, tennis courts, bowling club facilities, childrens playgrounds, walking tracks, and the transformation of the former Baby Health Centre into a modern cafe.
Newcastle Inner City Bypass - Rankin Park to Jesmond
The 3.4 km Rankin Park to Jesmond section is the fifth and final stage of the Newcastle Inner City Bypass. Construction has reached a major milestone with the bypass alignment fully connected and all major bridges completed. Remaining works include final road surfacing, northern interchange ramps, traffic systems, shared user paths and landscaping before opening. The project will remove up to 30000 vehicles per day from surrounding local roads, improve access to John Hunter Hospital, reduce travel times and enhance pedestrian and cyclist connections.
John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
The $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct is a major redevelopment of the John Hunter and John Hunter Children's Hospitals. The centerpiece is a new seven-storey Acute Services Building delivering an expanded Emergency Department, 22 operating theatres, increased ICU capacity, and specialized care units. Construction is advancing rapidly toward completion in 2026, followed by operational commissioning and subsequent refurbishment works.
Former Waratah Gasworks Remediation
A $25 million NSW Government project to remediate contaminated residential land at the former Waratah Gasworks site, which operated from 1889 to 1926. Works cover 13 properties on Ellis and Turton Roads, involving demolition, excavation, and removal of over 20,000 tonnes of contaminated material including a 56-metre underground gasholder, tar wells, and purifier beds containing cyanide, lead, and benzo(a)pyrene. Eleven lots have been remediated; seven properties are being rebuilt by the government, four will be sold as remediated vacant land, and two remain under remediation.Home construction commenced July 2025 and is expected to be complete by mid-2026.
Hunter Indoor Sports Centre (HISC)
A proposed 12-court multi-purpose indoor sports complex on Wallarah and Blackley Ovals in New Lambton, designed to replace the ageing 1970s Newcastle Basketball Stadium at Broadmeadow which must be vacated by early 2028 to make way for the Broadmeadow Place Strategy housing redevelopment. The facility includes a 2,000-seat show court, allied health suites, gym and movement studio, cafe, function rooms, accessible change rooms, social spaces and car parking. It will cater to basketball, netball, volleyball, futsal, pickleball and badminton, and serve more than 6,000 active members plus regional users.The State Significant Development Application (SSD-65595459) was first exhibited in October-November 2024, then re-exhibited from 21 August to 17 September 2025 following a Response to Submissions. The amended proposal shifts the building further west and updates traffic and flood management plans. A final determination by the NSW Independent Planning Commission is expected in early 2026.
9 Gothic Street Student Accommodation
DA approved three-storey Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development with 53 self-contained studio units, 12 car spaces, expansive indoor and outdoor communal areas, and a rooftop garden. It is strategically located adjacent to the University of Newcastle's Callaghan Campus. The DA-approved site is currently for sale via Expression of Interest, indicating the project is currently on hold or transitioning to a new developer. Expected end value over $17.5 million upon completion.
Wests Group Townhouse Development
A residential development proposing to demolish four existing homes and construct 10 two-storey townhouses to provide modern housing options in the established New Lambton area. The development aims to deliver contemporary family accommodation in a sought-after location close to amenities and transport links.
Robinson Avenue Social Housing
A modern $9 million social housing complex in Lambton providing 20 accessible and affordable homes for 37 residents. The 2-storey development overlooks Jesmond Park and comprises 8 one-bedroom and 12 two-bedroom units, with 2 units built to adaptable standards for people with disabilities. Features include solar panels for common areas, 41 native trees incorporated into the design, step-free access to all ground-level units, and created 39 jobs during construction. The project transformed a site previously holding 5 older homes.
3,058 residents of Lambton are employed, from a labour force of 3,173. Unemployment sits at 3.6%, with participation at 67.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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AreaSearch statistical modeling indicates a highly qualified workforce in Lambton, bolstered by notable representation across essential services and an unemployment rate standing at only 3.6%. By March 2026, employed residents reached 3,058, holding the jobless rate 0.5% lower than the 4.1% seen across Regional NSW, while local labor participation reached an elevated 67.1% against 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census returns further revealed that 29.5% of working residents performed their duties from home, though prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time should be taken into account. The primary employment fields for the local labor force are health care & social assistance, education & training, alongside retail trade.
Health care & social assistance exhibits exceptional local concentration, capturing a workforce share 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for merely 0.5% of workers compared to 5.3% across the wider region. While local jobs exist within the area, Census comparisons between resident workers and local employment positions suggest widespread outward commuting. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM statistical sets shows that across the year leading to March 2026, the local workforce grew by 0.5% while total jobs fell by 0.6%, resulting in an unemployment increase of 1.1 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW registered a 0.9% drop in jobs and a 0.4% contraction in labor supply, alongside a 0.5 percentage point uptick in unemployment. Broader perspective on local labor requirements can be gathered from Jobs and Skills Australia national projections from Mar-26. These five- and ten-year models, when calibrated against the suburb's occupational profile, project future trends. Against national baseline employment gains of 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, industry variations emerge: applying these national rates across Lambton's specific industry distribution indicates potential local job growth of 7.1% over five years and 14.7% over ten years (calculated as a baseline weighting model without localized population adjustments).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Lambton is $1,628 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $846 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,868 a year against an average of $70,323. 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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Data from the ATO for financial year 2023 at the postcode level shows that the suburb of Lambton features a median taxpayer income of $52,868 alongside an average of $70,323. These amounts exceed national averages and outpace the Regional NSW median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Incorporating Wage Price Index gains of 10.32% since financial year 2023 elevates estimated levels to approximately $58,324 (median) and $77,580 (average) as of March 2026. Figures from the 2021 Census situate household, family, and individual earnings around the 50th percentile nationally. In terms of earnings brackets, the largest segment accounts for 26.4% of residents (1,477 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the 29.9% proportion in this bracket across the region.
Housing cost burdens remain prominent, leaving only 82.6% of income uncommitted, placing the suburb at the 41st percentile nationally, while its SEIFA income score sits in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Lambton had 2,078 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 76% detached houses and 9% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,058 a month. Rent absorbs 23.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Data from the most recent Census shows residential stock in Lambton consisting of 76.0% standalone houses and 24.0% alternative dwellings (incorporating semi-detached homes, units, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings throughout Regional NSW. Outright property ownership in Lambton trailed regional benchmarks at 32.9%, with remaining homes occupied under a mortgage (30.8%) or tenancy agreements (36.2%). Typical monthly mortgage obligations stood noticeably above the Regional NSW figure at $2,058, while median weekly rent was $380, compared to $1,733 and $330 regionally. On a nationwide scale, local mortgage servicing costs substantially exceed the Australian median of $1,863, with weekly rent also topping the national standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Lambton counted 2,078 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,231 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the primary living arrangement, representing 66.0% of local households, partitioned into couples with children (28.5%), couples without children (23.4%), and single parent families (13.3%). Non-family setups make up the remaining 34.0%, consisting of lone person households at 29.6% and group households accounting for 4.4%. The median household size sits at 2.4 people, matching Regional NSW exactly.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.6% of adults in Lambton hold a university qualification, including 21.6% with a bachelor degree and 7.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.0% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,695 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,062 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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Qualifications held by Lambton residents outstrip broader benchmarks, with 31.6% of those aged 15+ possessing higher education degrees, well above the 21.3% in Rest of NSW and 26.1% across the SA4 region. Such strong tertiary representation equips the community well for professional and knowledge-driven sectors. Bachelor degrees make up the largest share at 21.6%, accompanied by postgraduate qualifications (7.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). In addition, vocational education is widespread, with 32.9% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, comprising advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (23.0%). Formal study engagement is substantial across the suburb, with 29.7% of the population enrolled in an educational course.
Broken down by tier, this encompasses 9.0% attending primary school, 8.0% in secondary studies, and 7.2% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Lambton reaches 46 stops on 41 routes, timetabled for about 1,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses 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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Transport network assessments record 46 active transit stops situated across the suburb of Lambton, consisting of bus services. A total of 41 distinct routes operate across these locations, providing a combined 1,193 passenger trips every week. Connectivity is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances to a stop averaging 175 meters. Given the predominantly residential fabric, outward travel is the norm, with private vehicles serving as the primary mode for 91% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per residence, under regional benchmarks. A notable 29.5% of workers commuted from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by COVID-19 settings).
Transit schedules deliver a daily frequency of 170 trips throughout the network, translating to roughly 25 weekly departures for each designated stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.1% of residents in Lambton report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 79% of areas nationally. 6.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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Assessments of chronic health issues and mortality metrics by AreaSearch indicate notable medical considerations for Lambton, with elevated condition rates seen across younger as well as older demographics. Private medical insurance adoption is fairly strong, encompassing approximately 55% of the overall population (~3,063 people), outperforming the 51.9% level across Regional NSW. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 11.5 and 8.9% of residents, respectively, while 64.1% of the population reported no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Chronic conditions present visible challenges among working-age individuals.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 17.7% of the community (990 people), below the Regional NSW proportion of 23.3%. Health outcomes among older cohorts show some vulnerability, aligning broadly with national rankings for the total populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Lambton is largely Australian-born, at 85.9% of residents, with 10.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.5%) and Australian (27.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics for Lambton sit below broader standards, with 85.9% of residents Australian-born, 91.3% holding citizenship, and 89.1% speaking purely English in domestic settings. Christianity stands as the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 52.4% of community members, relative to 55.9% observed in Regional NSW. Looking at ancestral background (country of parents' birth), the leading lineages identified in Lambton are English at 30.5%, Australian at 27.6%, and Irish at 9.3%. Furthermore, certain specific heritages display distinct representation: Macedonian ancestry accounts for 1.8% in Lambton (against 0.4% regionally), Welsh represents 0.8% (versus 0.5%), and Polish makes up 0.9% (versus 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Lambton is 40. 28.3% 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 demographic profile of the suburb of Lambton is skewed towards younger age brackets. Based on data updated to August 2026, young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) comprise 27.0% of the community, exceeding the 23.5% across Regional NSW, whereas retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) account for only 17.7% compared to 23.3% in the wider region. AreaSearch calculations establish the median age at 40 as at August 2026, remaining at the level recorded in the 2021 Census and sitting 3 years younger than the Regional NSW median of 43 from that Census.
The most pronounced shift since the Census occurred within middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64), which decreased from 27.6% to an estimated 25.7%. Projections to 2041 anticipate young to middle aged adults driving the vast majority of local expansion, expanding by 191 residents (13%) to 1,702, while middle aged and young retiree cohorts, along with children and young adults, are forecast to diminish.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Lambton
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 3 months ago all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 53 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,214 at the 2021 Census → 5,598 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL12273). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.